Owenton, KY
Full City Profile · Kentucky · Owen County County
Owenton, KY
At a Glance
How Owenton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Owenton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Owenton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Owenton residents earn a median household income of $52,121 , which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,191. The unemployment rate stands at 6.7% (86% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 182 business establishments, including 12 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Owenton is $124,300 , 56% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $155,761. Median rent is $664/month, with 24.8% 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 1971.
Safety & Crime
Owenton reports 60 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 84% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 120/100K.
Education
11.7% of adults in Owenton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below the national average). 79.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Owenton has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.8 inches.