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Stanford, KY

Kentucky · Lincoln County

Stanford is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 3,662. Residents earn $55,000 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
3,662 Population 765/sq mi density
$55,000 Median Income $29,577 per capita
$154,000 Home Value $196,340 Zillow
$683 Median Rent 27.4% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
54 Violent Crime/100K 625 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$55,000 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$154,000 home value, $683/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
54 violent crimes/100K (86% below avg)
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $55,000
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $154,000
45% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 54/100K
86% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.9%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $683
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.0%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.0%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,662
Median Age46.6 yrs
Density765/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans9.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$55,000
Per Capita$29,577
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty8.0%
County GDP$596M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$154,000
Rent$683
Ownership67.3%
Zillow$196,340
Housing Units1,677
Rent Burden27.4%

Crime

F
Violent54/100K
Property625/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault54/100K
Burglary109/100K

Health

Obesity31.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking20.7%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.9 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation918 ft (280 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.9%
High School+87.6%
Graduate+7.7%
School Score5.18

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute27 min
Broadband83.7%
EV Stations1
Libraries1

Is Stanford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stanford receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Stanford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stanford is $55,000, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. 8.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Stanford is $154,000, 45% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $683 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Stanford is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 54 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 625 per 100,000, 68% below the national average.

Education

15.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Stanford experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Stanford has a population of 3,662 with a density of 765 people per square mile, spread across 3.1 square miles. The median age is 46.6 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52% female and 48% male. The city is predominantly White (88.4%), with 6% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.6% of residents. 9.1% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 16.2% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 94.6% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,662
Total Population
765
People / sq mi
46.6yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Stanford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish 1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Stanford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stanford is $55,000, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,577 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $860, 40% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 504 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 27 minutes. 8.7% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Stanford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,000
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,577
Avg Weekly Wage$860
IRS Avg AGI$51,012
Gini Index0.452 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)504
County GDP$596M

Business (County)

Restaurants16
Healthcare37
Retail61
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,320
34% below US avg
Cost of Living90.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.51%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.1 min
Drive Alone82.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Stanford is $154,000, 45% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $196,340, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 95.9% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $683 (41% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $794 for a one-bedroom to $984 for a two-bedroom apartment. 67.3% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,677 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1978. The average annual property tax is $2,320 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 27.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$154,000
45% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$196,340
Median List Price$242,200

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$242,200
$/Sq Ft$138
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio95.9%
Price Drops22.2%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$683
41% below US avg
Rent Burden27.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership67.3%
Owner-Occupied67.3%
Renter-Occupied32.7%
Housing Units1,677
Median Year Built1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,320
34% below US avg
Effective Rate1.51%
In Stanford, 31.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 10.6% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.7% of residents, above the national average. 34.8% have high blood pressure. 20.7% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 18.5% report binge drinking. 29.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 14.3% experience frequent mental distress. The primary care physician ratio is 1:4,041. The dentist ratio is 1:12,180. 40.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.0 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.0%
3% below US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure34.8%
Asthma10.2%
COPD8.4%
Cancer6.4%
Kidney Disease3.0%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.7%
48% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity29.9%
Mental Distress14.3%
Physical Distress13.7%
Short Sleep39.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.6%
Primary Care1:4,041
Dentists1:12,180
Mental Health1:953
Checkup Rate71.9%
Dental Visits65.4%
Premature Death14,551/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access40.1%
Healthcare Facilities37
Stanford has a violent crime rate of 54 per 100,000 residents, 86% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 54.4 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 625 per 100,000, 68% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 299, burglary at 109, vehicle theft at 217 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 3 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Stanford receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Stanford vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent54.4/100K
86% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault54.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property625.2/100K
68% below US avg
Burglary108.7/100K
Theft299.0/100K
Vehicle Theft217.5/100K
Arson27.2/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Stanford experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 305 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 918 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average55.4°F
3% above US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Geography

Elevation918 ft (280 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (8.0 km²)
Population Density765/sq mi
Coordinates37.5307°N, 84.6570°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyLincoln County County
Nearest AirportLake Cumberland Regional (SME)
33 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.9"
26% above US avg
Wettest Month (May) 4.84"
Driest Month (Oct) 2.87"

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score32.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability69.0 / 100
Community Resilience41.8 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Very Low
Winter Weather Relatively Moderate
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

33 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M2.8 on May 11, 2025.

Nov 10, 2012 6 km W of Blackey, Kentucky M4.2 148 km
Aug 17, 1990 9 km NNW of Loyall, Kentucky M4.0 131 km
Jan 20, 2020 2 km NE of Fincastle, Tennessee M3.8 135 km
Sep 17, 2004 8 km ESE of Corbin, Kentucky M3.7 88 km
Sep 8, 1990 5 km N of Owingsville, Kentucky M3.3 108 km
Jan 27, 2009 4 km NE of Williamsburg, Kentucky M3.2 96 km
Jan 17, 1999 7 km NNW of Flat Lick, Kentucky M3.1 104 km
May 26, 2021 8 km NW of Fincastle, Tennessee M2.8 127 km
Aug 20, 2015 6 km SE of Lawrenceburg, Kentucky M2.8 54 km
Mar 8, 2015 1 km SE of Pleasant View, Kentucky M2.8 107 km
Jan 19, 2020 2 km NE of Fincastle, Tennessee M2.8 135 km
May 11, 2025 11 km SE of High Bridge, Kentucky M2.8 26 km
May 22, 2024 18 km SSE of Hyden, Kentucky M2.7 134 km
Oct 30, 2017 2 km N of Artemus, Kentucky M2.7 104 km
Feb 12, 2020 3 km NE of Fincastle, Tennessee M2.7 135 km
Jan 22, 2018 13 km ENE of Flat Lick, Kentucky M2.7 114 km
Mar 13, 2004 7 km N of Fincastle, Tennessee M2.7 129 km
Mar 21, 1990 1 km W of Spring Mill, Kentucky M2.7 111 km
Jul 21, 2015 13 km W of New Tazewell, Tennessee M2.7 144 km
Jan 12, 2023 4 km E of Burgin, Kentucky M2.6 25 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

327 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 45 fatalities, 987 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 3, 1974 EF4 80 km 0
Apr 3, 1974 EF4 25 km 7
Apr 3, 1974 EF4 68 km 4
Apr 27, 1971 EF4 82 km 6
Apr 27, 1971 EF4 62 km 2
Dec 11, 2021 EF3 69 km 1
May 8, 2009 EF3 21 km 2
May 27, 2004 EF3 62 km 0
Apr 16, 1998 EF3 82 km 0
Mar 28, 1997 EF3 100 km 0
Apr 3, 1974 EF3 85 km 0
Apr 3, 1974 EF3 91 km 0
Apr 3, 1974 EF3 60 km 0
Apr 3, 1974 EF3 81 km 0
Apr 3, 1974 EF3 60 km 7
Apr 3, 1974 EF3 84 km 2
Apr 3, 1974 EF3 26 km 1
Jun 29, 1973 EF3 68 km 0
Apr 23, 1970 EF3 77 km 0
Mar 12, 1967 EF3 80 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (11,817 ac, 1987).

Year Name Acres Distance
1987 UNNAMED 11,817 99 km
2001 CRANE CREEK 7,555 83 km
2001 COOL SPRINGS 7,477 99 km
1987 UNNAMED 6,456 94 km
1987 LOCUST GAP 6,014 98 km
1987 UNNAMED 5,426 81 km
2013 UNNAMED 3,940 86 km
2021 UNNAMED 3,571 95 km
2021 UNNAMED 3,258 78 km
2016 JETTS CREEK FIRE 3,021 97 km
2001 UNNAMED 2,874 93 km
2016 UNNAMED 2,835 95 km
2018 UNNAMED 2,734 80 km
1999 PIGSKIN 2,712 94 km
1987 SPENCER RIDGE 2,556 73 km
2022 CUT GAP 2,504 44 km
2010 AUGER SPRINGS RX 2,199 73 km
2000 SCHOOLHOUS 2,155 100 km
2021 UNNAMED 2,128 81 km
2022 UNNAMED 1,972 86 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 33°F (1°C) 3.3 in Coldest
February 37°F (3°C) 3.6 in
March 46°F (8°C) 4.5 in
April 54°F (12°C) 4.2 in
May 63°F (17°C) 4.8 in Wettest
June 71°F (22°C) 4.2 in
July 76°F (24°C) 4.7 in Warmest
August 74°F (24°C) 3.9 in
September 68°F (20°C) 3.9 in
October 57°F (14°C) 2.9 in Driest
November 46°F (8°C) 3.9 in
December 38°F (3°C) 4.3 in

Stanford has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 33°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 48.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.8") and October the driest (2.9").

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Stanford is located in Lincoln County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, a rural community. 15.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 53% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.6% have completed high school. 7.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.2 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 80.1% of the vote, a 61.2-point margin. 83.7% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 37 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 82.3% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.1%
D 18.9%

Winner: Republican by 61.2 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.9%
53% below US avg
High School+87.6%
Graduate Degree+7.7%
School Test Score5.18
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro / Rural
Population Density765/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi
CountyLincoln County County

Services

Broadband Access83.7%
Avg Download Speed84.7 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed5.3 Mbps
Max Download Speed987 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants16
Retail Stores61

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.1 min
Drive Alone82.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.7%
Average costs for common services in Stanford. 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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$883
Toddler$756
Preschool$756
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$652
Toddler$673
Preschool$673
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Lincoln County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 656 86 $44,950 1.17
Retail Trade 547 67 $30,477 1.40
Manufacturing 374 27 $52,717 1.16
Construction 223 51 $56,224 1.08
Professional & Technical Services 219 57 $80,857 0.80
Finance & Insurance 118 29 $54,773 0.74
Wholesale Trade 97 20 $41,480 0.63
Real Estate 47 14 $64,838 0.77
Transportation & Warehousing 46 14 $40,588 0.28

Hospitals in Stanford

Hospital Type CMS Rating Emergency Phone
EPHRAIM MCDOWELL FORT LOGAN HOSPITAL Critical Access Hospitals — Yes (606) 365-4600

Schools in Stanford

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Lincoln County High School High 951 59 16.1:1
Lincoln County Middle School Middle 745 48 15.5:1
Stanford Elementary School Elementary 589 51 11.5:1
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Radio Stations near Stanford

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Christian Family Radio christian-gospel AAC+ 64 kbps

Campgrounds Near Stanford

1 campgrounds found near Stanford.

NameRatingSitesPrice
FISHING CREEK CAMPGROUND 4.6/5 46 $22–$36

National Parks Near Stanford

27 national parks and monuments found near Stanford.

ParkTypeFee
Alvin C York State Park Free
Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area National River & Recreation Area Free
Blue Licks Battlefield State Resort Park State Park Free
Camp Nelson National Monument National Monument Free
Charlestown State Park State Park Free
Cordell Hull State Park Free
Cumberland Falls State Resort Park State Park Free
Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park State Park Free
Dr. Thomas Walker State Historic Site State Park Free
E.P. Tom Sawyer State Park State Park Free
Fort Boonesborough State Park State Park Free
Fourteen Mile Creek Nature Preserve Addition State Park Free
General Burnside Island State Park State Park Free
Green River Lake State Park State Park Free
Indian Mountain State Park Free
Isaac Shelby Cemetery State Historic Site State Park Free
Lake Cumberland State Resort Park State Park Free
Lincoln Homestead State Park State Park Free
Mill Springs Battlefield National Monument National Monument Free
My Old Kentucky Home State Park State Park Free
Natural Bridge State Resort Park State Park Free
Old Fort Harrod State Park State Park Free
Perryville Battlefield State Historic Site State Park Free
Pickett State Park Free
Pine Mountain State Resort Park State Park Free
Taylorsville Lake State Park State Park Free
Waveland State Historic Site State Park Free

Trails Near Stanford

9 trails found near Stanford.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
ROCKCASTLE-NARROWS 4.7 N/A Yes Yes Yes
GOODWATER 3.2 N/A Yes Yes Yes
ROCKCASTLE NARROWS 3.2 N/A Yes Yes Yes
CANE CREEK 1.7 N/A Yes Yes Yes
BEE ROCK LOOP 1.7 N/A Yes Yes Yes
WINDING STAIR GAP 1.2 N/A Yes Yes Yes
SUGAR TREE HOLLOW 1.2 N/A Yes Yes Yes
WILDCAT 1.0 N/A Yes Yes Yes
SUGAR TREE HOLLOW A 0.2 N/A Yes Yes Yes

Museums in Stanford

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
JONES VISUAL ARTS CENTERART MUSEUM$99,527,138
COMMUNITY ARTS CENTERART MUSEUM8592364054$414,314
JACOBS HALL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8592397017$99,370
MCDOWELL HOUSE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8592362804$73,242
HARRODSBURG HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8597345985$49,881
CONSTITUTION SQUARE STATE HISTORIC SITEHISTORIC PRESERVATION105 EAST WALNUT STREET8592362361
DANVILLE-BOYLE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8592381110
GARRARD COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8597929786
GARRARD COUNTY JAILHISTORIC PRESERVATION
GOV. WILLIAM OWSLEY FOUNDATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION656 STANFORD ROAD
GREAT AMERICAN DOLLHOUSE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8592361883
LINCOLN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MANSION MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8597342927
MCCLURE BARBEE HOUSE FOUNDATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION8592364214
MCDOWELL HOUSE AND APOTHECARY SHOPHISTORIC PRESERVATION6062362804
OLD FORT HARROD STATE PARKARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER100 S COLLEGE S8597343314
WILLIAM WHITLEY HOUSE ST. HISTORIC SITEHISTORIC PRESERVATION6063552881

Libraries in Stanford

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
BOYLE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY307 WEST BROADWAY0.0173,731
MERCER COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY109 WEST LEXINGTON STREET0.0126,106
LINCOLN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY201 LANCASTER STREET0.086,117
GARRARD COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY101 LEXINGTON STREET0.024,117

Farmers Markets in Stanford

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Boyle County Farmers' Market203 E. Lexington Ave.04/02/2016 to 10/29/2016Sat: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM;YesVisit
Garrard County Farmers Market302 Stamfprd Street
Lincoln County Farmers MarketUS Hwy 150 06/17/2014 to 10/31/2014Tue: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;Fri: 1:00 PM-;Sat: 1:00 PM-;
Mercer County Farmers MarketLinden Avenue05/10/2014 to 10/30/2014Tue: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;Thu: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;Sat: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
Rockcastle County Farmers Market IIHighway 150, Brodhead Fairgrounds

Breweries in Stanford

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Beer EngineBrew Pubs, Restaurants, Brewers, Beer & Ale, Wholesale Industrial Machinery107 Larrimore Ln8592094211Visit

Nursing Homes in Stanford

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
GOLDEN LIVINGCENTER-STANFORD
105 HARMON HEIGHTS
 For profit - Corporation 128 120 2/5 — 3/5 2/5 6063652141

Pharmacies in Stanford

5 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
COLEMANS DRUG STORE AND DELI 103 WEST MAIN STREET 606-365-2164
EPHRAIM MCDOWELL FORT LOGAN HOSPITAL 110 METKER TRAIL 606-365-4766
RITE AID - 3260 1261 NORTH UNITED STATES HIGHWAY 27 606-365-9191
STANFORD HEALTH MART DRUG 107 METKER TRAIL 606-365-2100
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 825 1283 UNITED STATES HIGHWAY 27 NORTH 606-365-3535

EV Charging Stations in Stanford

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
First Southern National Bank209 N Depot StNon-Networked2J1772public

Cell Towers in Stanford

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
1064 GEORGE BRANCH ROAD (79474)GTOWER123
933 Ellison Pulaski County Line Road (87875)GTOWER98
510 Lauren Drive (85566)GTOWER94
840 Cornishville Road (94222)GTOWER93
211 FOREST AVENUETOWER91
12900 US HWY 27 S (106194)GTOWER87
363 JESSE BRIM ROAD (76207)GTOWER87
1190 US 127 Bypass (114803)LTOWER64
4213 PERSIMMON KNOB ROAD (101147)GTOWER59

Fire Stations in Stanford

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Highland Area Fire Department8765 HWY 1247Volunteer606-365-9939
Stanford Fire Department400 E Main STMostly volunteer606-365-4501

Bridges in Stanford

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete19594312,682F
CulvertConcrete19593512,003F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous195917512,003F
CulvertConcrete19592312,003F
CulvertConcrete19584011,462F
CulvertConcrete19593610,437F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous19572458,117F
CulvertConcrete1958416,936F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19933336,308G
Tee BeamConcrete continuous19591756,002F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19993035,892F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1990273,226F
CulvertConcrete2015302,789G
Box Beam (Single/Spread)Prestressed concrete2020522,787G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19991481,383F
CulvertConcrete195231798G
Tee BeamConcrete192225738F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete200140405F
Tee BeamConcrete194176292F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete201986283G
CulvertConcrete198731263G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete197030263P
CulvertConcrete197823262F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete197842262F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel193056256F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete200160238F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel200028210F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete198827166G
CulvertMasonry195024145F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1991120145F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber198136126P
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete200060126F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete200114654F

Correctional Facilities in Stanford

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
LINCOLN COUNTY REGIONAL JAIL100 LANCASTER STCOUNTY16572OPEN

Superfund Sites Near Stanford

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
CERTIFIED BRAKE, LEAR SIEGLER, INC.STEWARTS' LANEBOYLE

Airports Near Stanford

46 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Blue Grass AirportLEXMedium Airport
Central Kentucky Regional Airport—Medium Airport
Lake Cumberland Regional AirportSMEMedium Airport
London-Corbin Airport/Magee FieldLOZMedium Airport
Air Castle Airport—Small Airport
Arnolds Airport—Small Airport
Berea-Richmond Airport—Small Airport
Blue Haven Farm Airport—Small Airport
Boss Airport—Small Airport
Brennan Farm Airport—Small Airport
Buzzard's Roost Airport—Small Airport
Capital City AirportFFTSmall Airport
Cartersville Airport—Small Airport
Coal Field—Small Airport
Colby Airport—Small Airport
Columbia-Adair Co. Airport—Small Airport
Crawford Ultralightport—Small Airport
Forest Hill Airport - Silo Field—Small Airport
Georgetown-Scott County Regional Airport—Small Airport
Harold Reynolds Airport—Small Airport
High Point Farm Airport—Small Airport
Hisle Field—Small Airport
Jordan Hill Farm Airport—Small Airport
Kitty Hawk Farm Ultralightport—Small Airport
Lebanon Springfield Airport - George Hoerter Field—Small Airport
Lee's Airpark—Small Airport
Liberty-Casey County Airport—Small Airport
Lucas Field—Small Airport
Mason Valley Airport—Small Airport
Miles Field—Small Airport
Mount Sterling Montgomery County Airport—Small Airport
Mountain View Airfield—Small Airport
Papaws Landing—Small Airport
Pumpkin Field—Small Airport
Renick Field—Small Airport
Robbins Roost Airport—Small Airport
Russell County Airport—Small Airport
Soggy Bottom Farm Airport—Small Airport
Stuart Powell Field—Small Airport
Taylor County Airport—Small Airport
TEC Field—Small Airport
Wayne County Airport—Small Airport
Wild Blue Airport—Small Airport
Williamsburg Whitley County Airport—Small Airport
Willow Island Airpark—Small Airport
Zanzibar Farm Airport—Small Airport

Police Stations in Stanford

3 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Danville Police Department445 West Main Street
Department of Public Safety
Lincoln County Sheriff's Office104 North Second Street

Grocery Stores in Stanford

16 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Coveychase Farm Company LlcSpecialty Store3005 US Highway 27 S
Dollar General 12811Other3122 Somerset Rd
DOLLAR GENERAL 2909Other906 Danville Ave
Dollar Tree 6867Other101 Lincoln Plaza Dr
Durham GrocerySupermarket606 Lancaster St
FiveStar 9865Convenience Store815 US-27N
Houchen's Save A Lot 416Supermarket101 Lacy St
Hwy 27 Food MartConvenience Store1560 US Highway 27 S
Main Street ValeroConvenience Store302 E Main St
Miller's Farm NAFMNPFarmers and Markets760 Kentucky Hwy 78
Murphy USA 7202Convenience Store1307 US Highway 27 N
Stanford Food Mart & Donut ShopConvenience Store720 Miller St
Trading PostConvenience Store933 Lancaster St
Trinity Hill Farms NAFMNPFarmers and Markets1068 Crawford Ln
Walgreens 17145Other1261 US Highway 27 N
Walmart Supercenter 825Super Store1283 US Highway 27 N

Treatment Centers in Stanford

5 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Addiction Recovery Care (ARC) - Lancaster Counseling CenterSubstance Abuse606-638-0938
Affect Therapeutics IncSubstance Abuse845-769-8758
Central Kentucky Addiction TreatmentSubstance Abuse859-238-0018
Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Ctr - Behavioral Health ServicesBoth859-239-4000
New Vista - Boyle County OfficeBoth859-236-2726

Churches & Religious Organizations in Stanford

9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
BOWEN FREE METHODIST CHURCH2700 BOWEN RD
FORT LOGAN COOPERATIVE MINISTRY302 CHURCH ST
FREEDOM BAPTIST CHURCH OF LINCOLN COUNTY KENTUCKY INC3505 US HIGHWAY 27 N
HERITAGE FIRST PRIORITY CORPPO BOX 255
MERCY SPRINGS CHURCH LLC543 TRINITY DR
OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN CHURCH581 PIN OAK HILL RD
PURE NATIONS FOUNDATION510 CLUBSIDE DR
STANFORD CHRISTIAN CHURCH200 E MAIN ST
THE CHURCH AT CEDAR CREEKPO BOX 167

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Frequently Asked Questions About Stanford

What is the population of Stanford?

Stanford has a population of 3,662 residents and is located in Kentucky. The population density is 765 people per square mile, spread across 3.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52% female and 48% male.

Is Stanford expensive to live in?

Stanford 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 $55,000, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $154,000 (45% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $683 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Stanford safe?

Stanford is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 54 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 625 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Stanford receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Stanford?

Stanford has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Stanford?

The job market in Stanford is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $860. There are 504 business establishments in the area, including 16 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 8.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Stanford?

The median home value in Stanford is $154,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $196,340. For renters, the median monthly rent is $683. Fair market rent is $794 for a 1-bedroom and $984 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 67.3%. The average annual property tax is $2,320.

How are the schools in Stanford?

Schools in Stanford score 5.2 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 15.9% of adults in Stanford hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.6% have completed high school. 7.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Stanford?

The obesity rate in Stanford is 31.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 20.7% of adults are smokers. 29.9% are physically inactive. 40.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:4,041.

What is transportation like in Stanford?

The average commute in Stanford is 27 minutes. 82.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 8.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Stanford?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Stanford is 88.4% White, 6% Black or African American. 98.6% of residents speak only English at home. 9.1% of the population are military veterans. 16.2% of residents have a disability. 94.6% have health insurance coverage.

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