Paducah

Paducah, Kentucky Overview

Paducah earns an overall grade of D with a composite score of 40.3 out of 100, ranking #919 of 20 cities in Kentucky. The city's strongest category is Affordability (78/100) while its biggest challenge is Outdoor Access (10/100).

Income & Employment in Paducah

The median household income in Paducah is $51,243 according to Census ACS data. The unemployment rate is 5%. The city's population declined 0.2%, a factor worth monitoring.

Safety in Paducah

Paducah has a violent crime rate of 333.4 per 100,000 residents. The property crime rate is 2929.7 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Paducah

Cost of living data helps residents compare affordability across cities. The median home value is $164,600. Median monthly rent is $817.

Education & Schools in Paducah

Paducah has 15 public schools serving 8,946 students. The high school graduation rate is 91.2%, well above the national average. The student-teacher ratio is 15.7:1. The district spends $13,825 per student. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Paducah

Paducah has an annual average temperature of 62°F. Summers average 78.8°F. Winters average 46.1°F. The city receives approximately 46 inches of precipitation per year.

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