Owensboro
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B
Quality of Life Score
Owensboro Information
59,809
Total Population
49.8%
Married Persons
50.2%
Single Persons
7.9/10
City Rating
Owensboro is a thriving city with a blend of urban amenities and a friendly, close-knit community. Its rich cultural scene, outdoor recreational opportunities, and historical attractions contribute to its appeal.
8.2/10
Overall Value
The city offers good overall value to its residents, with affordable living costs and access to various services and entertainment options.
10/10
Density (Population per mile²)
Owensboro has a moderate population density, providing a balance between urban convenience and a more spacious environment.
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City Info
Owensboro, KY: Pop. around 59,809. Balanced gender, 49.8% married, 50.2% single. Rating 7.9, value 8.2. Density about 1,739/sq mi. Known for culture, history, and community.
Residence
30% (Homes Rented)
25 Years
Median Home Age
$160000
Median Home Price
3%
Home Aappreciation Rate
1.2%
Annual Property Tax
Weather
55%
Sun
40%
Rain
52%
snow
Residence
Owensboro offers a pleasant living environment with generally good air quality, pleasant weather conditions, and around 55% sunny days, 40% rainy days, and 5% snowy days. The city has a range of housing options, with a median home age of approximately 25 years and a median home price of roughly $160,000. Around 60% of residents own their homes, while about 30% rent, and 10% of homes are vacant.
Community
6.2
Crime Rate (per 100,000)
Republican
Political Majority
37
Average Age
Community
Owensboro, KY: Diverse community with religious affiliations - 40% Baptist, 20% Methodist, 15% Pentecostal, 15% other Christian, and 10% other. Crime rate around 6.2, average age 37. Politically conservative.
Locale
Occupation
40%
Management, Business, Art & Sciences
25%
Sales & Office Occupations
20%
Service Occupations
10%
Production, Transportation & Material Moving
5%
Natural Resources, Construction & Maintenance
Education
1:15
Student Teacher Ratio
28%
High School Diploma
38%
Some College or Associates Degree
20%
Bachelors Degree
14%
Graduate or Professional Degree
Locale
Owensboro, KY: Unemployment around 3.8%. Diverse workforce - 40% Management, 25% Sales, 20% Service, 10% Production, 5% Natural Resources. Education spans 28% High School, 38% Some College, 20% Bachelor's, 14% Grad/Professional. Student-teacher ratio about 1:15.
Transit
35%
Public Transportation
85%
Car
10%
Carpool
5%
Work At Home
Transit
Owensboro's average commuting time is generally shorter than the national average of around 27 minutes, estimated to be around 25 minutes. However, public transportation times tend to be higher due to the city's reliance on cars. Approximately 85% of residents use their own cars for commuting, about 10% carpool, and roughly 5% work from home.
