Whitesburg, KY
Full City Profile · Kentucky · Letcher County County
Whitesburg, KY
At a Glance
How Whitesburg Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Whitesburg's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Whitesburg a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Whitesburg residents earn a median household income of $31,875 , which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,211. The unemployment rate stands at 10.3% (186% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 38.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 500 business establishments, including 25 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Whitesburg is $111,300 , 61% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $84,668. Median rent is $619/month, with 32.5% 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 1963.
Safety & Crime
Whitesburg reports 62 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 84% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 308/100K.
Education
21.9% of adults in Whitesburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below the national average). 86.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Whitesburg has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.5 inches.