Morganfield, KY
Full City Profile · Kentucky · Union County County
Morganfield, KY
At a Glance
How Morganfield Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Morganfield's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Morganfield a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Morganfield residents earn a median household income of $63,546 , which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,149. The unemployment rate stands at 1.6% (56% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 390 business establishments, including 23 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Morganfield is $116,100 , 59% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $171,354. Median rent is $830/month, with 21.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1967.
Safety & Crime
Morganfield reports 32 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 92% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 805/100K.
Education
16.4% of adults in Morganfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below the national average). 92.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Morganfield has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches.