West Buechel, KY
Full City Profile · Kentucky · Jefferson County County
West Buechel, KY
At a Glance
How West Buechel Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows West Buechel's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is West Buechel a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
West Buechel residents earn a median household income of $47,066 , which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,394. The unemployment rate stands at 5.5% (53% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.5% 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 West Buechel is $152,600 , 46% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $136,218. Median rent is $1,148/month, with 24.9% 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 1969.
Safety & Crime
West Buechel reports 296 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 22% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 8,432/100K.
Education
35.3% of adults in West Buechel hold a bachelor's degree or higher (5% above the national average). 88.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
West Buechel has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 50.