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Tompkinsville, KY

Full City Profile · Kentucky · Monroe County County

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,672 Population 815/sq mi density
$37,405 Median Income $23,863 per capita
$86,100 Home Value $147,359 Zillow
$600 Median Rent 24.2% income on rent
57°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
219 Violent Crime/100K 176 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$37,405 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$86,100 home value, $600/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
219 violent crimes/100K
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.8% bachelor's degree or higher

Parks & Recreation in Tompkinsville (26)

Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park
National Historical Park
For over a century people from around the world have come to rural Central Kentucky to honor the humble beginnings of our 16th president, Abraham Lincoln. His early life on Kentucky's frontier shaped his character and prepared him to lead the nation through Civil War. Visit our country's f...
Entrance: $0
Activities: Astronomy, Stargazing, Food, Picnicking, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Tours - Walking, Hands-On, Junior Ranger Program, Wildlife Watching, Birdwatching, Park Film, Museum Exhibits, Shopping, Bookstore an...
Weather: There are four distinct seasons in Central Kentucky. However, temperature and weather conditions can vary widely within those seasons. Spring and Fall are generally pleasant with frequent rain showers...
Alvin C York
State Park
336 acres. Open Access
Entrance: $0
Barren River Lake State Resort Park
State Park
1,124 acres. Open Access
Entrance: $0
Bledsoe Creek
State Park
Open Access
Entrance: $0
Burgess Falls
State Park
482 acres. Open Access
Entrance: $0
Cedars Of Lebanon
State Park
1,267 acres. Open Access
Entrance: $0
Cedars Of Lebanon State Natural Area
State Park
11 acres. Open Access
Entrance: $0
Cordell Hull
State Park
53 acres. Open Access
Entrance: $0
Cumberland Mountain
State Park
1,524 acres. Open Access
Entrance: $0
Cummins Falls
State Park
187 acres. Open Access
Entrance: $0
Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park
State Park
3,375 acres. Open Access
Entrance: $0
Edgar Evins
State Park
285 acres. Open Access
Entrance: $0
Green River Lake State Park
State Park
3 acres. Open Access
Entrance: $0
Isaac Shelby Cemetery State Historic Site
State Park
3 acres. Open Access
Entrance: $0
Lake Cumberland State Resort Park
State Park
3,729 acres. Open Access
Entrance: $0
Long Hunter
State Park
456 acres. Open Access
Entrance: $0
Mammoth Cave National Park
National Park
Rolling hills, deep river valleys, and the world's longest known cave system. Mammoth Cave National Park is home to thousands of years of human history and a rich diversity of plant and animal life, earning it the title of UNESCO World Heritage Site and International Biosphere Region.
Entrance: $0
Activities: Astronomy, Stargazing, Biking, Boating, Camping, Backcountry Camping, Canoe or Kayak Camping, Car or Front Country Camping, Horse Camping (see also Horse/Stock Use), Group Camping, RV Camping, Caving,...
Weather: Kentucky has a moderate climate with warm, yet moist conditions. Summers average in the high 80s; winters average in the low 40s. Southern Kentucky, where Mammoth Cave is located, receives the highest...
Mill Springs Battlefield National Monument
National Monument
The US won a significant victory early in the Civil War at the Battle of Mill Springs. Explore the rolling fields of Kentucky where the battle took place and learn about that state's strategic importance to both sides of the fight.
Entrance: $0
Activities: Guided Tours, Self-Guided Tours - Auto, Junior Ranger Program, Park Film, Museum Exhibits
Weather: Nancy, Kentucky, on average, gets 50 inches of rain per year and 11 inches of snow. July is usually the warmest month with temperatures around 86 F. January can reach a low of 25 F.
Nolin Lake State Park
State Park
1 acres. Open Access
Entrance: $0
Old Mulkey Meetinghouse State Historic Site
State Park
72 acres. Open Access
Entrance: $0
Perryville Battlefield State Historic Site
State Park
1,183 acres. Open Access
Entrance: $0
Pickett
State Park
1,048 acres. Open Access
Entrance: $0
Rock Island
State Park
896 acres. Open Access
Entrance: $0
Rough River Dam State Resort Park
State Park
327 acres. Open Access
Entrance: $0
Standing Stone
State Park
1,051 acres. Open Access
Entrance: $0
Stones River National Battlefield
National Battlefield
The Battle of Stones River began on the last day of 1862 and became one of the bloodiest conflicts of the Civil War. The battle produced important military and political gains for the Union, and it changed forever the people who lived and fought here.
Entrance: $0
Activities: Arts and Culture, Cultural Demonstrations, Theater, Biking, Road Biking, Fishing, Food, Picnicking, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Tours - Walking, Self-Guided Tours - Auto, Hands-On, Arts and Crafts, Hiki...
Weather: Summer is hot and humid with highs in the 90s. Spring and fall are pleasant. Winter temperatures are variable, but temperatures may drop below freezing with occasional snow.