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Sturgis, KY
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Sturgis, KY
At a Glance
How Sturgis Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Sturgis's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Sturgis a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Sturgis residents earn a median household income of $43,938 , which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,054. The unemployment rate stands at 2.1% (42% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 390 business establishments, including 23 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Sturgis is $83,400 , 70% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $103,946. Median rent is $703/month, with 34.3% 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 1962.
Safety & Crime
Sturgis reports 56 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 85% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 557/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
11.6% of adults in Sturgis hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below the national average). 89.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Sturgis has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 305 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.