Hopkinsville

Hopkinsville, Kentucky Overview

Hopkinsville faces challenges across several categories, earning a F grade (38.2/100) and ranking #20 of 20 cities in Kentucky. Even so, the city scores 78/100 in Affordability — a relative bright spot compared to its Outdoor Access score of 10/100.

Income & Employment in Hopkinsville

The median household income in Hopkinsville is $47,428, 21% below the statewide median of $60,407. The local unemployment rate of 5.8% is higher than the state’s 4.5%. Population declined 0.2%.

Safety in Hopkinsville

Hopkinsville’s violent crime rate of 357.1 per 100,000 runs above the Kentucky average of 218. The property crime rate is 3178.2 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Hopkinsville

The median home value is $140,200. Median monthly rent is $869. Renters spend 22.0% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Education & Schools in Hopkinsville

Hopkinsville’s high school graduation rate of 93% is well above average, reflecting strong local school performance. The student-teacher ratio is 16.7:1. Per-pupil spending is $12,723. The city has 11 public schools serving 6,323 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Hopkinsville

Hopkinsville enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 61.8°F. Summers average 77.6°F. Winters average 47°F. Annual precipitation is 45.5 inches.

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