Prestonsburg, KY
Full City Profile · Kentucky · Floyd County County
Prestonsburg, KY
At a Glance
How Prestonsburg Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Prestonsburg's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Prestonsburg a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Prestonsburg residents earn a median household income of $27,265 , which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,280. The unemployment rate stands at 15.4% (328% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 36.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,160 business establishments, including 43 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Prestonsburg is $157,200 , 44% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $127,053. Median rent is $456/month, with 26.0% 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 1975.
Safety & Crime
Prestonsburg reports 273 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 28% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 328/100K.
Education
17.4% of adults in Prestonsburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below the national average). 77.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Prestonsburg has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches.