Pleasant View, KY
Kentucky · Whitley County
Pleasant View is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 281. Residents earn $46,250 per year, which is 38% below the national average.
Sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-year estimates, FBI Crime Data Explorer 2024, NOAA, EPA. Updated August 2026
3.7
/5.0
B+
Good
281
Population
356/sq mi density
$46,250
Median Income
$61,959 per capita
$101,800
Home Value
$120,397 Zillow
$925
Median Rent
27.3% income on rent
56°F
Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$46,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$101,800 home value, $925/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.9% bachelor's degree or higher
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Median Income
$46,250
38% lower than US avg
Home Value
$101,800
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
19.9%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$925
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
31.0%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
14.3%
15% higher than US avg
How Pleasant View Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population281
Median Age35.5 yrs
Density356/mi²
Male / Female71% / 29%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans5.7%
Economy
B+Median Income$46,250
Per Capita$61,959
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty14.3%
County GDP$1,559M
Commute23 min
Housing
A+Home Value$101,800
Rent$925
Ownership33.9%
Zillow$120,397
Housing Units109
Rent Burden27.3%
Health
Obesity31.0%
Uninsured34.2%
Climate
Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
Rain52.0 in/yr
Elevation1,011 ft (308 m)
Education
C+Bachelor's+19.9%
High School+72.4%
Graduate+13.4%
School Score6.12
Community
2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute23 min
Broadband61.0%
EV Stations2
Libraries3
Is Pleasant View a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Pleasant View receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Pleasant View offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Pleasant View is $46,250, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 14.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Pleasant View is $101,800, 64% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $925 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
19.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 72.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Climate & Weather
Pleasant View enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.0 inches, including 11.2 inches of snow.
Pleasant View has a population of 281 with a density of 356 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age is 35.5 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 28.8% female and 71.2% male. The city is predominantly White (80.8%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 5.7% of the population are veterans. 35.2% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 65.8% have health insurance coverage.
Population
281
Total Population
2023 Census
356
People / sq mi
35.5yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Pleasant View vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Pleasant View vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Pleasant View is $46,250, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $61,959 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $895, 38% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 1,040 business establishments, including 75 restaurants. The cost of living index is 90.2, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).
Income: Pleasant View vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $46,250 |
| 38% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $61,959 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $895 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $52,378 |
| Gini Index | 0.487 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 14.3% |
| 15% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,040 |
| County GDP | $1,559M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 75 |
| Healthcare | 107 |
| Retail | 132 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,789 |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Cost of Living | 90.20 (100=avg) |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.74% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 87.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
Walkability
The median home value in Pleasant View is $101,800, 64% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $120,397, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $925 (20% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $794 for a one-bedroom to $984 for a two-bedroom apartment. 33.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 109 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1982. The average annual property tax is $2,789 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 27.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, well within the affordable range.
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $101,800 |
| 64% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $120,397 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $925 |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 27.3% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $719 |
| 1 Bedroom | $794 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $984 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,277 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,442 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 33.9% |
| Owner-Occupied | 33.9% |
| Renter-Occupied | 66.1% |
| Housing Units | 109 |
| Median Year Built | 1982 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,789 |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.74% |
In Pleasant View, 31.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 34.2% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,154. The dentist ratio is 1:1,317. 77.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.9 out of 10.
Health Metrics: Pleasant View vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 31.0% |
| 3% below US avg |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Short Sleep | 45.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 65.8% |
| Uninsured | 34.2% |
| 298% above US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:1,154 |
| Dentists | 1:1,317 |
| Mental Health | 1:55 |
| Dental Visits | 43.5% |
| Premature Death | 16,850/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 77.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 107 |
Pleasant View enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 11.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,011 feet.
Temperature
35°F Jan (2°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 55.6°F |
| 3% above US avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,011 ft (308 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 356/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.6792°N, 84.1280°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Whitley County County |
| Nearest Airport | Lake Cumberland Regional (SME) 37 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 62.2 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 69.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 48.0 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Very Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35°F (2°C) | 4.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 38°F (3°C) | 4.5 in | |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 5.1 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 5.0 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 4.9 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 4.7 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 4.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 4.2 in | |
| September | 67°F (20°C) | 4.0 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 2.5 in | Driest |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 38°F (4°C) | 5.2 in | Wettest |
Pleasant View has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 35°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 52.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.2") and October the driest (2.5").
Pleasant View is located in Whitley County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K-20K, a smaller urban community. 19.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 41% below the national average of 33.7%. 72.4% have completed high school. 13.4% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 6.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 84.2% of the vote, a 69.3-point margin. 61.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 3 public libraries serving the community. 107 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 87.3% of workers drive alone to work.
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Republican by 69.3 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 0.0 / 4.0 |
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 19.9% |
| 41% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 72.4% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 13.4% |
| School Test Score | 6.12 |
C+
Education Grade (2.6/5.0)
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 7 | Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K-20K |
| Population Density | 356/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.8 sq mi |
| County | Whitley County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 61.0% |
| Avg Download Speed | 138.8 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 15.4 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 107 |
| Restaurants | 75 |
| Retail Stores | 132 |
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 23.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 87.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
Average costs for common services in Pleasant View. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.
Healthcare
| Doctor Visit (Primary Care) | $226 ($135-$361) |
| Specialist Visit | $316 ($180-$496) |
| Urgent Care Visit | $180 ($90-$316) |
| Emergency Room Visit | $1,984 ($722-$4,510) |
| Dental Cleaning | $117 ($68-$180) |
| Dental Filling | $226 ($135-$361) |
Auto Repair
| Oil Change (Conventional) | $41 ($23-$68) |
| Oil Change (Synthetic) | $68 ($45-$108) |
| Brake Pad Replacement | $271 ($135-$451) |
| Tire Rotation | $36 ($18-$68) |
| New Tires (Set of 4) | $541 ($361-$902) |
| Battery Replacement | $180 ($90-$316) |
Home Services
| Plumber (Per Hour) | $90 ($54-$135) |
| Electrician (Per Hour) | $81 ($45-$126) |
| HVAC Repair | $361 ($135-$722) |
| HVAC System Install | $6,314 ($3,608-$10,824) |
| Roof Repair | $902 ($361-$1,804) |
| Roof Replacement | $8,118 ($4,961-$13,530) |
Legal
| Divorce (Uncontested) | $1,353 ($451-$3,157) |
| Divorce (Contested) | $13,530 ($4,510-$27,060) |
| DUI Defense | $4,510 ($1,804-$9,020) |
| Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) | $1,353 ($722-$2,706) |
| Will Preparation | $451 ($180-$902) |
| Trust Preparation | $2,255 ($902-$4,510) |
Personal Care
| Men's Haircut | $23 ($14-$41) |
| Women's Haircut | $50 ($27-$90) |
| Hair Coloring (Full) | $135 ($68-$226) |
| Manicure | $23 ($14-$41) |
| Pedicure | $36 ($23-$59) |
| Massage (1 Hour) | $72 ($45-$117) |
Food & Grocery
| Gallon of Milk (per gallon) | $3.70 ($2.71-$4.96) |
| Dozen Eggs (per dozen) | $3.16 ($2.26-$4.51) |
| Loaf of Bread | $3.43 ($2.26-$4.96) |
| Chicken Breast (per lb) | $4.06 ($2.71-$5.86) |
| Ground Beef (per lb) | $4.96 ($3.61-$6.77) |
| Rice (per lb) | $0.90 ($0.54-$1.62) |
Utilities
| Electricity (Monthly) | $126 ($72-$226) |
| Natural Gas (Monthly) | $63 ($27-$135) |
| Water/Sewer (Monthly) | $63 ($36-$108) |
| Internet (Monthly) | $63 ($36-$90) |
| Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) | $59 ($27-$90) |
| Cable TV (Monthly) | $77 ($45-$135) |
Transportation
| Monthly Parking (Downtown) | $180 ($68-$451) |
| Car Insurance (Annual) | $1,804 ($1,082-$3,157) |
| Bus Pass (Monthly) | $63 ($27-$117) |
| Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) | $14 ($7.22-$23) |
| Car Registration (Annual) | $90 ($27-$226) |
| Driver's License Renewal | $27 ($14-$68) |
Education & Childcare
| Daycare (Infant, Monthly) | $1,082 ($541-$2,255) |
| Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) | $902 ($451-$1,804) |
| After-School Care (Monthly) | $361 ($180-$631) |
| Tutoring (Per Hour) | $45 ($23-$90) |
| SAT/ACT Prep Course | $902 ($361-$2,255) |
| Private School (K-12, Annual) | $11,275 ($4,510-$27,060) |
Pets
| Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) | $54 ($27-$90) |
| Dog Vaccination (Annual) | $90 ($45-$180) |
| Dog Grooming | $54 ($27-$90) |
| Pet Boarding (Per Night) | $36 ($18-$68) |
| Dog Spay/Neuter | $271 ($135-$451) |
| Cat Spay/Neuter | $180 ($90-$361) |
Childcare
| Center-Based (monthly) | |
| Infant | $435 |
| Toddler | $404 |
| Preschool | $404 |
| Family Childcare (monthly) | |
| Infant | $484 |
| Toddler | $351 |
| Preschool | $351 |
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)
Top Industries in Whitley County
Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).
| Industry | Jobs | Establishments | Avg Annual Pay | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retail Trade | 1,522 | 180 | $33,264 | 1.06 |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 1,300 | 79 | $21,797 | 1.00 |
| Manufacturing | 1,172 | 25 | $53,570 | 0.99 |
| Administrative & Waste Services | 961 | 54 | $37,864 | 1.14 |
| Information & Technology | 328 | 18 | $44,433 | 1.22 |
| Wholesale Trade | 326 | 28 | $64,251 | 0.58 |
| Other Services | 314 | 106 | $35,484 | 0.73 |
| Finance & Insurance | 254 | 56 | $57,481 | 0.44 |
| Arts & Entertainment | 233 | 7 | $30,350 | 0.97 |
| Construction | 212 | 49 | $49,277 | 0.28 |
| Real Estate | 124 | 34 | $59,535 | 0.56 |
Schools in Pleasant View
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frakes School Center | Elementary | 99 | 8 | 12.4:1 |
Radio Stations near Pleasant View
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Campgrounds Near Pleasant View
9 campgrounds found near Pleasant View.
| Name | Rating | Sites | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| GROVE | 4.7/5 | 54 | $32, $92 |
| CRAIGS CREEK GROUP AREA | 4.6/5 | 4 | $150, $204 |
| HOLLY BAY | 4.6/5 | 70 | $38, $92 |
| Wilderness Road Campground | 4.6/5 | 151 | $18, $39 |
| BLUE HERON CAMPGROUND | 4.5/5 | 45 | $30, $35 |
| Alum Ford Campground | 4.3/5 | 6 | $15 |
| Bear Creek Campground - KY | 4.2/5 | 22 | $30, $35 |
| WAITSBORO CAMPGROUND | 4.1/5 | 22 | $16, $42 |
| Laurel River Lake Picnic Area | 3.4/5 | 2 | $45, $65 |
National Parks Near Pleasant View
27 national parks and monuments found near Pleasant View.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Alvin C York | State Park | Free |
| Big Ridge | State Park | Free |
| Big Ridge State Park | State Park | Free |
| Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area | National River & Recreation Area | Free |
| Buckhorn Lake State Resort Park | State Park | Free |
| Cove Lake | State Park | Free |
| Cumberland Falls State Resort Park | State Park | Free |
| Cumberland Gap National Historical Park | National Historical Park | Free |
| Cumberland Mountain | State Park | Free |
| Dr. Thomas Walker State Historic Site | State Park | Free |
| Frozen Head | State Park | Free |
| General Burnside Island State Park | State Park | Free |
| Indian Mountain | State Park | Free |
| Isaac Shelby Cemetery State Historic Site | State Park | Free |
| Lake Cumberland State Resort Park | State Park | Free |
| Mill Springs Battlefield National Monument | National Monument | Free |
| Norris Dam | State Park | Free |
| Norris Dam State Park | State Park | Free |
| Obed Wild & Scenic River | Wild & Scenic River | Free |
| Panther Creek | State Park | Free |
| Panther Creek State Park | State Park | Free |
| Perryville Battlefield State Historic Site | State Park | Free |
| Pickett | State Park | Free |
| Pine Mountain State Resort Park | State Park | Free |
| Pine Mountain State Scenic Trail | State Park | Free |
| Seven Islands | State Park | Free |
| Wilderness Road State Park | State Park | Free |
Trails Near Pleasant View
76 trails found near Pleasant View.
| Trail | Miles | Surface | Hike | Bike | Horse |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NATHAN MCCLURE | 13.3 | - | - | - | |
| PINEY BUTTE | 9.6 | - | - | - | |
| MIDDLE RIDGE | 7.0 | - | - | - | |
| LITTLE LICK | 5.9 | - | - | - | |
| ROCK RIDGE OHV TRAIL | 5.7 | - | - | - | |
| BUFFALO CANYON | 5.2 | - | - | - | |
| ROCKCASTLE-NARROWS | 4.7 | - | - | - | |
| LAKE SIDE SOUTH | 4.2 | - | - | - | |
| LAUREL CREEK | 4.1 | - | - | - | |
| ARABIAN LOOP | 4.0 | - | - | - | |
| DOG SLAUGHTER | 3.8 | - | - | - | |
| NORTH FLAT ROCK | 3.3 | - | - | - | |
| GOODWATER | 3.2 | - | - | - | |
| ROCKCASTLE NARROWS | 3.2 | - | - | - | |
| BELGIAN LOOP | 3.1 | - | - | - | |
| COLD ROCK SCHOOL | 3.0 | - | - | - | |
| LICK CREEK | 3.0 | - | - | - | |
| UPPER BOWMAN | 3.0 | - | - | - | |
| FLOOD ROUTE FOR SHELTOWEE LON | 2.9 | - | - | - | |
| CLIFFSIDE | 2.7 | - | - | - | |
| FLATWOODS TRAIL | 2.5 | - | - | - | |
| BARK CAMP | 2.3 | - | - | - | |
| CANTER LOOP | 2.2 | - | - | - | |
| FLAT ROCK RIDGE | 2.2 | - | - | - | |
| YELLOW CLIFF | 2.1 | - | - | - | |
| ALUM | 1.8 | - | - | - | |
| CANE CREEK | 1.7 | - | - | - | |
| BEE ROCK LOOP | 1.7 | - | - | - | |
| NEDS BRANCH | 1.7 | - | - | - | |
| STRAIGHT CREEK OHV TRAIL | 1.6 | - | - | - | |
| BOWMAN RIDGE | 1.5 | - | - | - | |
| THREE FORKS OF BEAVER LOOP | 1.5 | - | - | - | |
| ROCKCASTLE CONNECTOR TRAIL | 1.5 | - | - | - | |
| INDIAN CREEK TRAIL | 1.5 | - | - | - | |
| YAHOO ARCH | 1.4 | - | - | - | |
| WINDING STAIR GAP | 1.2 | - | - | - | |
| SUGAR TREE HOLLOW | 1.2 | - | - | - | |
| ALPINE LOOP | 1.1 | - | - | - | |
| HOLLY BAY | 1.1 | - | - | - | |
| LAKE SIDE NORTH | 1.0 | - | - | - | |
| UPPER BOWMAN A | 1.0 | - | - | - | |
| NATURAL ARCH LOOP | 1.0 | - | - | - | |
| TWIN BRANCH | 0.8 | - | - | - | |
| STRAIGHT CREEK OHV TRAIL A | 0.8 | - | - | - | |
| SCUTTLE HOLE | 0.8 | - | - | - | |
| DRAFT | 0.8 | - | - | - | |
| ROCK RIDGE OHV TRAIL A | 0.8 | - | - | - | |
| CRAIGS CREEK | 0.7 | - | - | - | |
| WINTERGREEN | 0.7 | - | - | - | |
| DUFF BRANCH | 0.7 | - | - | - | |
| KROGER ARCH ADDITION | 0.7 | - | - | - | |
| DUTCH BRANCH | 0.7 | - | - | - | |
| BARRENFORK ACCESSIBLE HERITAGE | 0.6 | - | - | - | |
| HIGHTOP | 0.6 | - | - | - | |
| THREE SISTERS ROCK | 0.6 | - | - | - | |
| PANORAMIC VIEW | 0.6 | - | - | - | |
| THREE FORKS OF BEAVER OVERLOOK | 0.5 | - | - | - | |
| LICK CK FALLS | 0.5 | - | - | - | |
| FISHING POINT | 0.4 | - | - | - | |
| MARKERS ARCH | 0.4 | - | - | - | |
| BOAT RAMP TRAIL | 0.4 | - | - | - | |
| SINGING HILLS | 0.4 | - | - | - | |
| MARINA TRAIL | 0.4 | - | - | - | |
| OAK BRANCH | 0.4 | - | - | - | |
| SPRUCE CREEK | 0.3 | - | - | - | |
| ALPINE SPUR | 0.3 | - | - | - | |
| SUGAR TREE HOLLOW A | 0.2 | - | - | - | |
| CANTER LOOP B | 0.2 | - | - | - | |
| LICK CREEK | 0.2 | - | - | - | |
| CANTER LOOP A | 0.2 | - | - | - | |
| THREE FORKS SPUR | 0.2 | - | - | - | |
| SCUTTLE HOLE OVERLOOK | 0.2 | - | - | - | |
| MARSH BRANCH | 0.1 | - | - | - | |
| AMPHITHEATER TRAIL | 0.1 | - | - | - | |
| THREE SISTERS ROCK A | 0.1 | - | - | - | |
| THREE SISTERS ROCK B | 0.1 | - | - | - |
Historical Trends - Pleasant View
Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).
Population
Median Household Income
| Year | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 356 | $23,625 |
| 2015 | 395 | $21,696 |
| 2017 | 664 | $36,691 |
| 2019 | 483 | $37,400 |
| 2021 | 296 | $42,614 |
| 2023 | 281 | $46,250 |
Museums in Pleasant View
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CUMBERLAND INN & MUSEUM | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 6065394100 | $64,509,439 | |
| WHITLEY COUNTY HISTORICAL | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | $13,153 | ||
| AMERICAN INDIAN HERITAGE MUSEUM | HISTORY MUSEUM | 6065265635 | ||
| KNOX HISTORICAL MUSEUM | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 196 DANIEL BOONE DRIVE |
Libraries in Pleasant View
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WHITLEY COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY | 285 SOUTH THIRD STREET | 0.0 | 167,518 | |||
| KNOX COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY | 206 KNOX STREET | 0.0 | 75,076 | |||
| JELLICO PUBLIC LIBRARY | 104 NORTH MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 18,277 |
Cell Towers in Pleasant View
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| 4499 HIGHWAY 511 (64046) | GTOWER | 98 |
| 1701 Baon Creek Road | TOWER | 64 |
| 969 CELL TOWER ROAD (76426) | GTOWER | 62 |
| 895 WAGON WHEEL ROAD (76433) | LTOWER | 59 |
| 1000 Cell Tower Road | TOWER | 40 |
Bridges in Pleasant View
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tee Beam | Concrete continuous | 1962 | 214 | 13,716 | F | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete continuous | 1962 | 214 | 13,716 | F | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete continuous | 1964 | 214 | 13,716 | F | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete continuous | 1964 | 214 | 13,716 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1947 | 379 | 3,011 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1946 | 378 | 3,011 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1977 | 34 | 1,329 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1976 | 24 | 1,329 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1991 | 60 | 1,215 | F | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete | 1934 | 38 | 1,079 | F | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete | 1934 | 43 | 1,079 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete continuous | 1990 | 303 | 839 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1967 | 22 | 627 | F | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete continuous | 1964 | 320 | 627 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1928 | 24 | 474 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1957 | 22 | 474 | G | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete | 1957 | 101 | 474 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 2015 | 116 | 346 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2014 | 52 | 324 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1967 | 43 | 252 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 2022 | 34 | 205 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1950 | 97 | 160 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 2022 | 37 | 122 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2020 | 90 | 111 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 2020 | 46 | 105 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1971 | 37 | 100 | F | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete | 1934 | 160 | 100 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1990 | 24 | 83 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 2022 | 56 | 71 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 2021 | 65 | 49 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1960 | 30 | 38 | P |
Airports Near Pleasant View
27 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Cumberland Regional Airport | SME | Medium Airport |
| London-Corbin Airport/Magee Field | LOZ | Medium Airport |
| Boss Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Campbell County Airport - Colonel Tommy C Stiner Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Carr Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Crawford Ultralightport | - | Small Airport |
| Deerfield Resort Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dumplin Field | - | Small Airport |
| Elkins Field | - | Small Airport |
| Joppa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Knoxville Downtown Island Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lake View Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Landing At River'S Edge | - | Small Airport |
| Lee's Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| McCreary County Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Melton Field | - | Small Airport |
| Middlesboro-Bell County Airport | - | Small Airport |
| New Tazewell Municipal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Old Valley Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Oliver Springs Inc Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Riner Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Robbins Roost Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Robertson Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Scott Municipal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| TEC Field | - | Small Airport |
| Wayne County Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Williamsburg Whitley County Airport | - | Small Airport |
Grocery Stores in Pleasant View
4 grocery stores.
| Store | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|
| Dollar General 17851 | Other | 30 E Highway 904 |
| Dollar General 19957 | Other | 10 Stringtown Rd |
| Jay Mataji 181 Inc | Convenience Store | 181 West Ave |
| Jones Market | Convenience Store | 2330 Highway 1804 |
Treatment Centers in Pleasant View
6 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Baptist Health Trillium Center | Both | 606-528-1212 x4406 |
| Cumberland River Behavioral Health | Both | 606-549-1440 |
| Cumberland River Behavioral Health | Both | 606-546-3104 |
| Cumberland River Behavioral Health - Independence House | Substance Abuse | 606-523-9386 |
| Dayspring Health | Substance Abuse | 423-784-5771 |
| Family Pride Counseling LLC | Substance Abuse | 606-219-4676 |
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Mines
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Mines Near Pleasant View
120 mining sites from the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) found near Pleasant View.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| #1 Auger | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| #1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| #1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| #1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| #1 Strip | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| #1 Strip | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| #1 Surface | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| #1 Surface | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| #1 Surface | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| #1 Surface | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| #1 Surface | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| #1 Surface | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| #1 Surface | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| #1 Surface | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| #1 Surface | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| #1 Tipple | Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned) |
| #1 Tipple | Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned) |
| #3 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| #4 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| #6 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| B C No 3 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned) |
| Blue Gem #6 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Chacko Coal Company Mine No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Charley Alsip No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Christian No2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Coal Stone Branch Mine #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| Copperhead #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Cox Hollow No 2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Emlyn Tipple | Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned) |
| Gatliff # 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Gatliff Tipple | Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Active) |
| Gill Dill No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Homer Cobb | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Jo E Bryant | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| K-Teen Coal Company | Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned) |
| Little Round | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Log Mountain Mining 1 & 2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| M & F Co 6 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| M & F Coal Company #5 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| M & K Coal Company | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Madco Coal #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Mike Mcneil | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Mine No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Mine No 5 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Mine No 9 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Mulberry Mine #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 Prep Plant | Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned) |
| No 1 Strip | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 Strip | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 1 Strip Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 1 Surface | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 1 Surface | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 Surface | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 1 Surface | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 1 Surface | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 Surface | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 1 Surface | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 1 Surface | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 1 Surface | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 1 Surface | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 1 Surface | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 1 Surface Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 2 Strip | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 2 Surface | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 2 Surface Joe Cox Coal Co Inc | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 2 Tipple | Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned) |
| No 3 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 3 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 3 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 4 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 40 Prep Plant | Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned) |
| No Two Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No1 Surface | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Poplar Creek No 2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Prep Plant | Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned) |
| Red Ash Tipple | Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned) |
| Rock Springs Strip | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Rockhold Coal Co Inc | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Savoy No 3 Tipple | Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned) |
| Saxton Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Sharp Property | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Sue #2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Surface #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Tackett Creek Mine No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Tenn 122 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Tipple | Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned) |
| Tipple | Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned) |
| Trace Ridge #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Wolf Creek No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Z | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
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What is the population of Pleasant View?
Pleasant View has a population of 281 residents and is located in Kentucky. The population density is 356 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 35.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 28.8% female and 71.2% male.
Is Pleasant View expensive to live in?
Pleasant View is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.2 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $46,250, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $101,800 (64% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $925 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Pleasant View?
Pleasant View enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 52.0 inches, with 11.2 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Pleasant View?
The job market in Pleasant View is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $895. There are 1,040 business establishments in the area, including 75 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Pleasant View?
The median home value in Pleasant View is $101,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $120,397. For renters, the median monthly rent is $925. Fair market rent is $794 for a 1-bedroom and $984 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 33.9%. The average annual property tax is $2,789.
How are the schools in Pleasant View?
Schools in Pleasant View score 6.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 19.9% of adults in Pleasant View hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 72.4% have completed high school. 13.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Pleasant View?
The obesity rate in Pleasant View is 31.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 34.2% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 77.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,154.
What is transportation like in Pleasant View?
The average commute in Pleasant View is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 87.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.
What are the demographics of Pleasant View?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Pleasant View is 80.8% White. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 5.7% of the population are military veterans. 35.2% of residents have a disability. 65.8% have health insurance coverage.
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