Nicholasville

Nicholasville, Kentucky Overview

With a composite score of 49.5/100 and a C grade, Nicholasville ranks #5 of 20 cities in Kentucky. Its strongest showing is in Safety (86/100), while Outdoor Access (10/100) represents its largest gap.

Income & Employment in Nicholasville

The median household income in Nicholasville is $67,514, 12% above the statewide median of $60,407. The local unemployment rate of 4.3% is lower than the state’s 4.5%. Population grew 2.2% recently.

Safety in Nicholasville

Nicholasville’s violent crime rate of 126.6 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 1707.9 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Nicholasville

The median home value is $210,700. Median monthly rent is $996. Renters spend 17.7% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Education & Schools in Nicholasville

Nicholasville’s high school graduation rate of 94% is well above average, reflecting strong local school performance. The student-teacher ratio is 15.5:1. Per-pupil spending is $13,940. The city has 10 public schools serving 7,772 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Nicholasville

Nicholasville enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 56.3°F. Summers average 73.9°F. Winters average 40°F. Annual precipitation is 38.7 inches.

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