Whitesville, KY
Full City Profile · Kentucky · Hancock County County
Whitesville, KY
At a Glance
How Whitesville Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Whitesville's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Whitesville a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Whitesville residents earn a median household income of $78,333 , which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,247. The unemployment rate stands at 1.5% (58% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 234 business establishments, including 7 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Whitesville is $132,700 , 53% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $211,443. Median rent is $817/month, with 17.7% 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 1964.
Education
24.9% of adults in Whitesville hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below the national average). 92.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Whitesville has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.