Morgantown, KY
Full City Profile · Kentucky · Butler County County
Morgantown, KY
At a Glance
How Morgantown Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Morgantown's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Morgantown a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Morgantown residents earn a median household income of $37,037 , which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,189. The unemployment rate stands at 9.8% (172% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 25.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 309 business establishments, including 14 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Morgantown is $111,400 , 60% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $185,204. Median rent is $582/month, with 26.7% 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 1974.
Safety & Crime
Morgantown reports 284 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 25% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 41/100K.
Education
6.5% of adults in Morgantown hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below the national average). 80.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Morgantown has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.9 inches.