Powderly, KY
Full City Profile · Kentucky · Muhlenberg County County
Powderly, KY
At a Glance
How Powderly Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Powderly's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Powderly a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Powderly residents earn a median household income of $49,653 , which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,478. The unemployment rate stands at 1.5% (58% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 747 business establishments, including 58 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Powderly is $99,400 , 65% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $144,130. Median rent is $764/month, with 26.3% 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 1977.
Safety & Crime
Powderly reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 128/100K.
Education
14.6% of adults in Powderly hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below the national average). 82.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Powderly 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 47.4 inches.