Elizabethtown

Elizabethtown, Kentucky Overview

Elizabethtown ranks #2 of 20 cities in Kentucky, earning a C+ grade with a composite score of 50.7/100. The city stands out in Safety (91/100) and Affordability (84/100), placing it among the state’s strongest performers across the metrics we track.

Income & Employment in Elizabethtown

The median household income in Elizabethtown is $56,250, 7% below the statewide median of $60,407. The local unemployment rate of 5% is higher than the state’s 4.5%. Population grew 4.5% recently.

Safety in Elizabethtown

Elizabethtown’s violent crime rate of 146.2 per 100,000 is well below both the Kentucky rate of 218 and national norms, making safety one of the city’s defining features. The property crime rate is 948.8 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Elizabethtown

With a cost of living index of 89.4, Elizabethtown is well below the national average of 100, offering meaningful savings on everyday expenses. The median home value is $223,200. Median monthly rent is $876. Renters spend 18.7% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Education & Schools in Elizabethtown

Elizabethtown has a high school graduation rate of 89.4%. The student-teacher ratio is 15.8:1. Per-pupil spending is $13,519. The city has 14 public schools serving 7,135 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Elizabethtown

Elizabethtown enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 56.6°F. Summers average 74.1°F. Winters average 40.2°F. Annual precipitation is 38.7 inches.

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