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Russell Springs, Kentucky

Russell Springs, Kentucky, in Russell county, is 72 miles SW of Lexington, Kentucky. The city contains a population of approximately 2,399.

The People and Families of Russell Springs

In Russell Springs, about 51% of adults are married. If you enjoy solitude, you might enjoy living in Russell Springs, which is home to many people who live alone. Unmarried people abound in the city.

Russell Springs has an abundance of women! Well, at any rate the famale/male ratio there is higher than in most places. The city boasts a large population of senior citizens with a wealth of life experience.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Russell Springs had a median family income of $26,464.

Political Inclinations

Political donors in Russell Springs favored George W. Bush in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $12,200. Among political parties, the Republican party was tops in raising money in the city.

Russell Springs Housing

Russell Springs has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 64% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied. Rents in the city tend toward the low side for Kentucky. You can't avoid taxes, but at least in Russell Springs the property taxes tend to be lower than most.

Commuting

In Russell Springs, 96% of commuters drive to work.

High Points

Russell Springs strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Kentucky):

CategoryTrophy
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)
Top 10%Russell Springs Affordability of Rents
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. Peers)
Top 14%Russell Springs Affordability of Property Taxes

Comparative Profile of Russell Springs, KY

Comparing Russell Springs to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Kentucky (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Female Share of the Population1010
Age of the Population99
Senior Citizens99
Racial Diversity43
Children Under 5 Years Old22
Well-Paid Single Men12
Male Share of the Population11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married23
Average Household Size11

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults23
People in Middle Class or Better12
People Above Poverty12
Median Family Income12

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times87
Walking and Biking to Work77
Public Transportation Use54
Working at Home23

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Living Alone109
Affordability of Rents109
Affordability of Property Taxes99
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals86
Housing Recently Built87
Seasonal and Vacation Housing810

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