Sonora, KY

Kentucky · Larue County · Elizabethtown Metro

Sonora is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 597. Residents earn $50,417 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

Sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-year estimates, FBI Crime Data Explorer 2024, NOAA, EPA. Updated September 2026

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
597 Population 362/sq mi density
$50,417 Median Income $20,279 per capita
$178,400 Home Value $217,437 Zillow
$717 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
57°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$50,417 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$178,400 home value, $717/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $50,417
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $178,400
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.1%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent $717
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.5%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.0%
37% higher than US avg

How Sonora Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population597
Median Age33.3 yrs
Density362/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans2.8%

Economy

B
Median Income$50,417
Per Capita$20,279
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty17.0%
County GDP$314M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$178,400
Rent$717
Ownership79.0%
Zillow$217,437
Housing Units274
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity34.5%
Uninsured4.5%
Smoking23.3%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain52.9 in/yr
Elevation723 ft (220 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.1%
High School+89.3%
Graduate+4.1%
School Score5.94

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute24 min
Broadband84.9%
EV Stations1
Libraries2

Is Sonora a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sonora receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Sonora offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sonora is $50,417, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. The poverty rate of 17.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sonora is $178,400, 37% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $717 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

16.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Sonora enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.9 inches.

Sonora has a population of 597 with a density of 362 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles. The median age is 33.3 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.1% female and 48.9% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.4% of residents. 2.8% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 19.1% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 95.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

597
Total Population
2023 Census
362
People / sq mi
33.3yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Sonora vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sonora vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sonora is $50,417, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,279 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $883, 38% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 327 business establishments, including 16 restaurants. The cost of living index is 90.2, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes. 1.6% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Sonora vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,417
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,279
Avg Weekly Wage$883
IRS Avg AGI$53,956
Gini Index0.432 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.0%
37% above US avg
Establishments (County)327
County GDP$314M

Business (County)

Restaurants16
Healthcare24
Retail41
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,140
39% below US avg
Cost of Living90.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.20%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.3 min
Drive Alone84.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Sonora is $178,400, 37% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $217,437, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $717 (38% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $794 for a one-bedroom to $984 for a two-bedroom apartment. 79.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 274 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 2002. The average annual property tax is $2,140 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 51.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$178,400
37% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$217,437

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$717
38% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$719
1 Bedroom$794
2 Bedrooms$984
3 Bedrooms$1,277
4 Bedrooms$1,442

Ownership & Property

Homeownership79.0%
Owner-Occupied79.0%
Renter-Occupied21.0%
Housing Units274
Median Year Built2002

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,140
39% below US avg
Effective Rate1.20%
In Sonora, 34.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.5% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 7.0% of residents, above the national average. 38.0% have high blood pressure. 23.3% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 18.6% report binge drinking. 33.1% are physically inactive, above the national average. 14.9% experience frequent mental distress. 4.5% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:7,514. The dentist ratio is 1:5,054. 56.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.1 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Sonora vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.5%
7% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure38.0%
Asthma10.8%
COPD9.3%
Cancer6.4%
Kidney Disease3.2%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking23.3%
66% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity33.1%
Mental Distress14.9%
Physical Distress15.1%
Short Sleep38.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Uninsured4.5%
48% below US avg
Primary Care1:7,514
Dentists1:5,054
Mental Health1:1,391
Checkup Rate75.3%
Dental Visits62.7%
Premature Death12,355/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access56.6%
Healthcare Facilities24
Sonora enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 723 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.7°F
5% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Geography

Elevation723 ft (220 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density362/sq mi
Coordinates37.5323°N, 85.8956°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyLarue County County
Nearest AirportLouisville Muhammad Ali International (SDF)
45 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 52.9"
39% above US avg
Snowfall 0.1"
Wettest Month (May) 5.72"
Driest Month (Sep) 3.25"

Air Quality

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score12.4 / 100
Social Vulnerability18.8 / 100
Community Resilience62.8 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Very Low
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Very Low
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought Very Low
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

22 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M2.8 on May 11, 2025.

Jan 24, 1990 6 km WNW of Alton, Indiana M3.9 85 km
Jan 27, 1990 6 km N of Alton, Indiana M3.8 86 km
May 30, 2023 6 km W of Calhoun, Kentucky M3.0 127 km
Nov 28, 1998 6 km SW of Bremen, Kentucky M2.9 123 km
Aug 20, 2015 6 km SE of Lawrenceburg, Kentucky M2.8 106 km
Jan 28, 1991 9 km SW of Sacramento, Kentucky M2.8 128 km
May 11, 2025 11 km SE of High Bridge, Kentucky M2.8 116 km
Mar 21, 1990 1 km W of Spring Mill, Kentucky M2.7 71 km
Mar 9, 1990 8 km ENE of New Amsterdam, Indiana M2.7 72 km
Aug 15, 2001 5 km SSE of Spottsville, Kentucky M2.7 136 km
Jan 12, 2023 4 km E of Burgin, Kentucky M2.6 107 km
Aug 4, 2023 11 km ENE of Lancaster, Kentucky M2.6 127 km
Feb 27, 2020 5 km SW of Bremen, Kentucky M2.6 123 km
Mar 22, 1990 9 km E of Rochester, Kentucky M2.6 87 km
Jan 29, 1990 11 km S of Paoli, Indiana M2.6 113 km
Jan 8, 1995 Kentucky M2.6 120 km
Aug 26, 2000 6 km N of Boonville, Indiana M2.6 137 km
Jan 21, 2018 8 km SSE of High Bridge, Kentucky M2.6 111 km
May 30, 2023 7 km W of Calhoun, Kentucky M2.5 128 km
May 2, 1998 6 km WNW of Nebo, Kentucky M2.5 125 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tornado History

414 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 85 fatalities, 1,485 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 3, 1974 EF5 60 km 31
Apr 3, 1974 EF5 96 km 6
May 28, 1996 EF4 70 km 0
Apr 3, 1974 EF4 51 km 0
Apr 3, 1974 EF4 93 km 4
Apr 3, 1974 EF4 21 km 3
Apr 3, 1974 EF4 61 km 0
Apr 3, 1974 EF4 75 km 3
Apr 27, 1971 EF4 58 km 6
Apr 27, 1971 EF4 89 km 2
Dec 11, 2021 EF3 94 km 16
Dec 11, 2021 EF3 44 km 1
May 23, 2000 EF3 36 km 0
Apr 16, 1998 EF3 62 km 0
Mar 28, 1997 EF3 74 km 0
Mar 28, 1997 EF3 18 km 1
Mar 28, 1997 EF3 15 km 0
Jun 2, 1990 EF3 93 km 0
Apr 20, 1986 EF3 91 km 0
Mar 31, 1979 EF3 59 km 1
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950-2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: FLOATING MILL HOLLOW (2,422 ac, 2010).

Year Name Acres Distance
2010 FLOATING MILL HOLLOW 2,422 40 km
2008 BROOKS KNOB 2,225 47 km
2012 FY2012 CRYSTAL CAVE BROADCAST BURN 2,221 39 km
2010 JOPPA CHURCH 2,037 45 km
2004 JIM LEE 1,770 45 km
2009 TEMPLE HILL 1,628 45 km
2009 JIM LEE 1,613 45 km
2007 DEAD DEER 1,557 97 km
2007 Big Woods 1,500 36 km
2008 GOBLIN KNOB 1,445 37 km
2017 UNNAMED 1,336 83 km
2000 UNNAMED 1,083 90 km
2019 UNNAMED 1,057 81 km
1999 UNNAMED 1,039 94 km
2021 UNNAMED 959 82 km
2014 UNNAMED 910 85 km
2019 UNNAMED 892 85 km
2001 UNNAMED 848 84 km
2024 LONG RUN RX 774 85 km
2007 DENNISON FERRY RX 655 37 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 3.8 in Coldest
February 39°F (4°C) 4.5 in
March 47°F (9°C) 5.1 in
April 57°F (14°C) 5.0 in
May 65°F (18°C) 5.7 in Wettest
June 73°F (23°C) 4.8 in
July 76°F (25°C) 4.9 in Warmest
August 75°F (24°C) 3.4 in
September 69°F (21°C) 3.3 in Driest
October 58°F (15°C) 4.3 in
November 47°F (8°C) 3.8 in
December 38°F (4°C) 4.5 in

Sonora has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 35°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 52.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.7") and September the driest (3.3").

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Sonora is located in Larue County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 16.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 52% below the national average of 33.7%. 89.3% have completed high school. 4.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 79.5% of the vote, a 60.4-point margin. 84.9% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 24 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 84.4% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.5%
D 19.1%

Winner: Republican by 60.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
Traffic Accidents14
Avg Accident Severity2.6 / 4.0

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.1%
52% below US avg
High School+89.3%
Graduate Degree+4.1%
School Test Score5.94
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3Metro / under 250K
Population Density362/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi
CountyLarue County County

Services

Broadband Access84.9%
Avg Download Speed124.3 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed53.1 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities24
Restaurants16
Retail Stores41

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.3 min
Drive Alone84.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.6%
Average costs for common services in Sonora. 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)
View all 40 services

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)
View all 18 services

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)
View all 25 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
View all 20 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$732
Toddler$644
Preschool$644
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$564
Toddler$540
Preschool$540
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Larue County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 397 19 $55,480 1.87
Retail Trade 254 42 $28,473 0.99
Construction 193 38 $60,048 1.43
Accommodation & Food Services 178 18 $19,952 0.76
Finance & Insurance 172 15 $61,620 1.64
Administrative & Waste Services 163 12 $51,526 1.07
Other Services 62 20 $34,629 0.80
Transportation & Warehousing 37 12 $46,521 0.34
Arts & Entertainment 10 4 $18,231 0.23
Information & Technology 7 5 $70,085 0.14
Real Estate 7 6 $60,787 0.17
Unclassified 3 3 $46,182 0.83

Schools in Sonora

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Creekside Elementary School Elementary 419 29 14.4:1
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Radio Stations near Sonora

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
WBRT country MP3 128 kbps
WIOP 95.1 FM bible, bible study MP3 128 kbps

Campgrounds Near Sonora

9 campgrounds found near Sonora.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Tailwater Day Use (Nolin River Lake) 5.0/5 1 $65
MAMMOTH PICNIC SHELTERS 4.7/5 2 $55, $85
DOG CREEK (KY) 4.4/5 68 $18, $50
MAMMOTH CAVE CAMPGROUND 4.4/5 108 $25, $50
WAX 4.4/5 107 Free
MOUTARDIER 4.3/5 164 $18, $50
MAPLE SPRINGS 3.8/5 7 $50
Dog Creek Day Use (KY) - 1 $50
Moutardier Day Use - 1 $50

National Parks Near Sonora

22 national parks and monuments found near Sonora.

ParkTypeFee
Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Alvin C York State Park Free
Barren River Lake State Resort Park State Park Free
Charlestown State Park State Park Free
Cordell Hull State Park Free
Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park State Park Free
E.P. Tom Sawyer State Park State Park Free
Falls Of The Ohio State Park State Park Free
Falls of The Ohio State Park State Park Free
Fourteen Mile Creek Nature Preserve Addition State Park Free
George Rogers Clark State Park State Park Free
Green River Lake State Park State Park Free
Lake Cumberland State Resort Park State Park Free
Lincoln Homestead State Park State Park Free
Mammoth Cave National Park National Park Free
My Old Kentucky Home State Park State Park Free
Nolin Lake State Park State Park Free
O'bannon Woods State Park State Park Free
Old Mulkey Meetinghouse State Historic Site State Park Free
Perryville Battlefield State Historic Site State Park Free
Rough River Dam State Resort Park State Park Free
Taylorsville Lake State Park State Park Free

Museums in Sonora

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
LINCOLN MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM2703583163$108,916
ELIZABETHTOWN-HARDIN COUNTY HERITAGE COUNCILHISTORIC PRESERVATION$82,190
ABRAHAM LINCOLN BIRTHPLACE NHPHISTORIC PRESERVATION2703583137
ANCESTRAL TRAILS HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
BROWN-PUSEY HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION
CROSS AND CRUCIFIX MUSEUM OF LOUISVILLE KYGENERAL MUSEUM
HARDIN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2705052067
HARDIN COUNTY HISTORY MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM2707638339
HART COUNTY KENTUCKY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION109 MAIN STREET2705240101
KENTUCKY LINCOLN HERITAGE TRAIL ALLIANCEHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MORRISON GALLERYART MUSEUM2707068507
SCHMIDT MUSEUM OF COCA-COLA MEMORABILIAHISTORY MUSEUM

Libraries in Sonora

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
HARDIN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY100 JIM OWEN DRIVE0.0237,270
LARUE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY201 SOUTH LINCOLN BOULEVARD0.047,040

Farmers Markets in Sonora

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Hardin County Farmers' Market200 Peterson Drive05/02/2015 to 10/31/2015Wed: 11:00 AM-4:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
Heartland Whole Life32 Public Square01/01/2014 to 12/31/2014Mon: 12:30 PM-6:30 PM;Tue: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM;Wed: 10:00 AM-4:00 PM;Fri: 10:00 AM-6:00 PM;Sat: 9:30 AM-YesVisit

Restaurants in Sonora

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Iron Skillet

Gas Stations in Sonora

6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Marathon
ONE9
ONE9
Petro Truck Stop
Pilot Travel Center
Shell

Banks in Sonora

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The Cecilian Bank
West Point Bank

Cell Towers in Sonora

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
3.2 KM EAST OFTOWER143
3.2 KM EAST OFTOWER143
One mile (1.6 km) NNW ofTOWER128
One mile (1.6 km) NNW ofTOWER128
Hardin-Nelson, 14.5 km east ofTOWER126
Hardin-Nelson, 14.5 km east ofTOWER126
3.2 km south ofLTOWER108
3.2 km south ofLTOWER108
824 I CHILDRESS ROAD (37618)GTOWER99
15385 South Dixie (37616)GTOWER99
Stephensburg, 2.0 km North ofTOWER91
Stephensburg, 2.0 km North ofTOWER91
975 Meeting Creek Rd. (94217)GTOWER91
Battle Training Road, 7.3 km west ofLTOWER91
Battle Training Road, 7.3 km west ofLTOWER91
Lincoln Home, in the city ofTOWER91
Lincoln Home, in the city ofTOWER91
Elizabethtown North, near 208 Pear Orchard Road NWLTOWER90
Elizabethtown North, near 208 Pear Orchard Road NWLTOWER90
2830 Frenchman's Knob Road (94236)LTOWER84
I-65 Rock Cut, 781 Casey LaneTOWER84
I-65 Rock Cut, 781 Casey LaneTOWER84
DIVIDING RIDGE; 5.6 km NNW ofTOWER82
DIVIDING RIDGE; 5.6 km NNW ofTOWER82
Lincoln Parkway, Site LV0115 @ 342 Fultz RoadTOWER81
Lincoln Parkway, Site LV0115 @ 342 Fultz RoadTOWER81
1051 Rock Creek Rd (81453)LTOWER79
Eastview, 1051 Rock Creek RoadTOWER79
Eastview, 1051 Rock Creek RoadTOWER79
Jonesville, 3182 Pikeview RoadTOWER78
Hinesdale, 785 Kirt Logsdon RoadTOWER78
Hinesdale, 785 Kirt Logsdon RoadTOWER78
5553 North Jackson HighwayTOWER78
1.6 km NW ofTOWER78
140 BERRYTOWN ROAD (86906)LTOWER78
1.6 km NW ofTOWER78
5553 North Jackson HighwayTOWER78
Priceville, 6465 Raider Hollow RoadTOWER78
Priceville, 6465 Raider Hollow RoadTOWER78
Jonesville, 3182 Pikeview RoadTOWER78
Green North, 788 Sand Ridge RoadTOWER78
Howe Valley, 6509 Hardinsburg RoadTOWER78
Howe Valley, 6509 Hardinsburg RoadTOWER78
Green North, 788 Sand Ridge RoadTOWER78
1.3 km northwest ofTOWER78
1.3 km northwest ofTOWER78
1036 East Main StreetTOWER73
1036 East Main StreetTOWER73
GLENDALE CELL SITE, 6667 SOUTH DIXIE HWY.TOWER66
GLENDALE CELL SITE, 6667 SOUTH DIXIE HWY.TOWER66
Elizabethtown Downtown, 1515 Fisher Ridge RdTOWER64
Elizabethtown Downtown, 1515 Fisher Ridge RdTOWER64
Elizabethtown West, 531 Thomas LaneTOWER45
Elizabethtown West, 531 Thomas LaneTOWER45

Fire Stations in Sonora

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Glendale Fire Department405 Main STVolunteer270-369-2019
Sonora Fire And Rescue Department200 Main STVolunteer270-369-7678

Bridges in Sonora

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete19592744,651G
CulvertConcrete19593342,404F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous201833142,404G
Tee BeamConcrete continuous19582568,407F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20162554,085G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20163633,066G
Tee BeamConcrete19302652,594F
CulvertConcrete1943292,594F
Tee BeamConcrete19531141,212F
CulvertConcrete195431739G
CulvertConcrete195429739G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous1976298427F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel198042414F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2016269292G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2016269221G
CulvertConcrete195346221P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel197736140F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel198135140F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2017288124G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete199150115G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19883298F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous197416398F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19813198F

Airports Near Sonora

35 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Louisville Muhammad Ali International AirportSDFLarge Airport
Bowling Green Warren County Regional AirportBWGMedium Airport
Bowman FieldLOUMedium Airport
Godman Army Air FieldFTKMedium Airport
Addington Field / Elizabethtown Regional AirportEKXSmall Airport
Amy Airport-Small Airport
Arnolds Airport-Small Airport
Blue Lick Airport-Small Airport
Boyce Wafer Farm Airport-Small Airport
Breckinridge County Airport-Small Airport
Brooks Field-Small Airport
Cedar Farm Airport-Small Airport
Columbia-Adair Co. Airport-Small Airport
Creek Side Landing Airport-Small Airport
Eubank Field-Small Airport
Glasgow Municipal AirportGLWSmall Airport
Grayson County Airport-Small Airport
Greenridge Restricted Landing Area-Small Airport
Lakeview Airport-Small Airport
Lebanon Springfield Airport - George Hoerter Field-Small Airport
Lincoln Farm Airport-Small Airport
Mason Valley Airport-Small Airport
Mc Grew Airport-Small Airport
Natchez Trace Farm Airport-Small Airport
Oz Airport-Small Airport
Papaws Landing-Small Airport
Plane-O-Field Airport-Small Airport
Robinson Airpark-Small Airport
Rough River State Park Airport-Small Airport
Samuels FieldBRYSmall Airport
Samuels Springs Airport-Small Airport
Taylor County Airport-Small Airport
Vine Grove Airport-Small Airport
Williams Airport-Small Airport
Willow Island Airpark-Small Airport

Police Stations in Sonora

4 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Elizabethtown Police Department
Hardin County Detention Center100 Lawson Boulevard
Hodgenville Police Department
Larue County Sheriff209 West High Street

Grocery Stores in Sonora

8 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Dollar General 20454Other441 E Main St
DOLLAR GENERAL 6651Other217 S Maple St
Family Dollar 12985Other490 E Western Ave
FiveStar 9838Convenience Store364 E Western Ave
Petro Glendale 330Convenience Store554 Glendale Hodgenville Rd W
Pilot Travel Center 392Convenience Store450 E Western Ave
Pilot Travel Center 48Convenience Store58 Glendale Hodgenville Rd W
TA Porter 220Convenience StoreI-65 Exit 86

Treatment Centers in Sonora

10 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Astra Behavioral HealthSubstance Abuse270-506-2730
Bluegrass Professional CounselingBoth270-358-5860
Commitment House LLC - Womens ResidentialSubstance Abuse270-982-3545
Communicare Inc - EAST Center/Womens CenterSubstance Abuse270-982-8824
Communicare Inc - Passages Transitional Housing ProgramSubstance Abuse270-737-6449
Recovery Works - ElizabethtownSubstance Abuse270-600-3964 x736
Recovery Works - ElizabethtownSubstance Abuse270-600-3964 x736
reNestSubstance Abuse270-839-6743
Stepworks of Elizabethtown - Residential Treatment ServicesSubstance Abuse800-545-9031
Twin Lakes Counseling Services - IOPSubstance Abuse270-230-1777

DOL Wage Violations in Sonora

2 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $5,334 in back wages owed to 3 employees.

2
Violations
$5,334
Back Wages Owed
3
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
66718 - NSU CORPORATION [OSHA] - - 42776 - 1 $2,828 $1,414 2
Scooby Dooo Xpress - - 42776 - 1 $2,506 $2,506 1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sonora

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
LITTLE ZION BAPTIST CHURCH GLENDALE7151 NEW GLENDALE RD
NEW HORIZON BAPTIST FELLOWSHIP864 W RHUDES CREEK RD
STEVE AND JOAN HILL MINISTRIES895 W RHUDES CREEK RD
TRUE WAY MINISTRY INC651 MURRIEL TOWN RD

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Historic Markers
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Historic Markers Near Sonora

2 historical markers from the Historical Marker Database (HMdb) found near Sonora.

Name Description
Warren Cash (1760-1850) Marker is on Gilead Church Road, on the left when traveling west.
Captured and Burned Confederate Raids and Invasions and a Federal Retreat, in Kentucky. Marker is at the intersection of South Dixie Avenue (U.S. 31W) and Nolin Road (County Road 1407), on the left when traveling south on South Dixie Avenue.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sonora

What is the population of Sonora?

Sonora has a population of 597 residents and is located in Kentucky. The population density is 362 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.3 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.1% female and 48.9% male.

Is Sonora expensive to live in?

Sonora 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 $50,417, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $178,400 (37% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $717 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Sonora?

Sonora enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 52.9 inches.

How is the job market in Sonora?

The job market in Sonora is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $883. There are 327 business establishments in the area, including 16 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 1.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Sonora?

The median home value in Sonora is $178,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $217,437. For renters, the median monthly rent is $717. Fair market rent is $794 for a 1-bedroom and $984 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 79.0%. The average annual property tax is $2,140.

How are the schools in Sonora?

Schools in Sonora score 5.9 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 16.1% of adults in Sonora hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.3% have completed high school. 4.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Sonora?

The obesity rate in Sonora is 34.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 23.3% of adults are smokers. 33.1% are physically inactive. 4.5% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 56.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:7,514.

What is transportation like in Sonora?

The average commute in Sonora is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 84.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 1.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Sonora?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Sonora is 100% White. 99.4% of residents speak only English at home. 2.8% of the population are military veterans. 19.1% of residents have a disability. 95.5% have health insurance coverage.

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