Russell, KY
Full City Profile · Kentucky · Boyd County County
Russell, KY
At a Glance
How Russell Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Russell's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Russell a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Russell residents earn a median household income of $76,389 , which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,600. The unemployment rate stands at 5.3% (47% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,796 business establishments, including 131 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Russell is $207,900 , 26% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $222,318. Median rent is $803/month, with 19.7% 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 1967.
Safety & Crime
Russell reports 221 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 42% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 775/100K.
Education
39.1% of adults in Russell hold a bachelor's degree or higher (16% above the national average). 94.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Russell has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.