Central City, Kentucky
Quick Statistics
Central City is a community in Muhlenberg County, Kentucky, home to about 5,707 people spread across 5.3 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $27,625 a year, and a typical home is worth about $143,600. About 16.9% of adults hold a college degree, and 93.5% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has shrunk about 5 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Kentucky towns GeoStat tracks, Central City ranks number 82 of 552 in population, number 296 in median household income, number 284 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Central City typically top out near 89°F in July, while January nights average about 24°F. The area sees roughly 4 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | South Carrollton, KY | 2.7 mi. | 157 |
| 2. | Powderly, KY | 4.2 mi. | 931 |
| 3. | Greenville, KY | 6.5 mi. | 4,410 |
| 4. | Bremen, KY | 6.9 mi. | 285 |
| 5. | Drakesboro, KY | 7.0 mi. | 320 |
| 6. | Rockport, KY | 8.2 mi. | 233 |
| 7. | Beechmont, KY | 10.1 mi. | 771 |
| 8. | Island, KY | 10.1 mi. | 576 |
What is the population of Central City, Kentucky?
Central City has a population of about 5,707 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Central City, Kentucky in?
Central City is located in Muhlenberg County, Kentucky.
What is the median home value in Central City, Kentucky?
The median home value in Central City is about $143,600, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Central City, Kentucky?
The median personal income in Central City is about $27,625 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Central City, Kentucky?
Since 1950, 24 tornadoes have been recorded in Muhlenberg County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Central City, Kentucky?
Typical July highs run about 89 degrees and January lows about 24 degrees, with around 4 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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