Oak Grove, KY
Full City Profile · Kentucky · Montgomery County County
Oak Grove, KY
At a Glance
How Oak Grove Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Oak Grove's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Oak Grove a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Oak Grove residents earn a median household income of $47,886 , which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,282. The unemployment rate stands at 13.4% (272% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 15.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 4,831 business establishments, including 458 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Oak Grove is $143,500 , 49% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $211,260. Median rent is $1,208/month, with 31.2% 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 2000.
Safety & Crime
Oak Grove reports 276 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 27% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,505/100K.
Education
15.0% of adults in Oak Grove hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below the national average). 92.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Oak Grove has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches.