Shively, KY
Full City Profile · Kentucky · Jefferson County County
Shively, KY
At a Glance
How Shively Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Shively's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Shively a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Shively residents earn a median household income of $46,522 , which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,353. The unemployment rate stands at 6.4% (78% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 33,844 business establishments, including 1,860 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Shively is $139,200 , 51% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $136,218. Median rent is $847/month, with 32.5% 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 1958.
Safety & Crime
Shively reports 305 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 20% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,306/100K.
Education
12.7% of adults in Shively hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below the national average). 87.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Shively has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 50.