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Oakland, KY

Full City Profile · Kentucky · Edmonson County County

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
230 Population 164/sq mi density
$142,200 Home Value $281,086 Zillow
$900 Median Rent 40.0% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature 299 sunny days/yr
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Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K
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Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.4% bachelor's degree or higher

Parks & Recreation in Oakland (23)

Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park
National Historical Park
For over a century people from around the world have come to rural Central Kentucky to honor the humble beginnings of our 16th president, Abraham Lincoln. His early life on Kentucky's frontier shaped his character and prepared him to lead the nation through Civil War. Visit our country's f...
Entrance: $0
Activities: Astronomy, Stargazing, Food, Picnicking, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Tours - Walking, Hands-On, Junior Ranger Program, Wildlife Watching, Birdwatching, Park Film, Museum Exhibits, Shopping, Bookstore an...
Weather: There are four distinct seasons in Central Kentucky. However, temperature and weather conditions can vary widely within those seasons. Spring and Fall are generally pleasant with frequent rain showers...
Barren River Lake State Resort Park
State Park
1,124 acres. Open Access
Entrance: $0
Bicentennial
State Park
22 acres. Open Access
Entrance: $0
Bledsoe Creek
State Park
Open Access
Entrance: $0
Burgess Falls
State Park
482 acres. Open Access
Entrance: $0
Cedars Of Lebanon
State Park
1,267 acres. Open Access
Entrance: $0
Cedars Of Lebanon State Natural Area
State Park
11 acres. Open Access
Entrance: $0
Cummins Falls
State Park
187 acres. Open Access
Entrance: $0
Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park
State Park
3,375 acres. Open Access
Entrance: $0
Edgar Evins
State Park
285 acres. Open Access
Entrance: $0
Green River Lake State Park
State Park
3 acres. Open Access
Entrance: $0
Harpeth River
State Park
410 acres. Open Access
Entrance: $0
Lake Malone State Park
State Park
371 acres. Open Access
Entrance: $0
Long Hunter
State Park
456 acres. Open Access
Entrance: $0
Mammoth Cave National Park
National Park
Rolling hills, deep river valleys, and the world's longest known cave system. Mammoth Cave National Park is home to thousands of years of human history and a rich diversity of plant and animal life, earning it the title of UNESCO World Heritage Site and International Biosphere Region.
Entrance: $0
Activities: Astronomy, Stargazing, Biking, Boating, Camping, Backcountry Camping, Canoe or Kayak Camping, Car or Front Country Camping, Horse Camping (see also Horse/Stock Use), Group Camping, RV Camping, Caving,...
Weather: Kentucky has a moderate climate with warm, yet moist conditions. Summers average in the high 80s; winters average in the low 40s. Southern Kentucky, where Mammoth Cave is located, receives the highest...
My Old Kentucky Home State Park
State Park
290 acres. Open Access
Entrance: $0
Nolin Lake State Park
State Park
1 acres. Open Access
Entrance: $0
Old Mulkey Meetinghouse State Historic Site
State Park
72 acres. Open Access
Entrance: $0
Port Royal
State Park
27 acres. Open Access
Entrance: $0
Radnor Lake
State Park
1,351 acres. Open Access
Entrance: $0
Rough River Dam State Resort Park
State Park
327 acres. Open Access
Entrance: $0
Standing Stone
State Park
1,051 acres. Open Access
Entrance: $0
Taylorsville Lake State Park
State Park
2,025 acres. Open Access
Entrance: $0