Morehead, Kentucky
Quick Statistics
Morehead is a community in Rowan County, Kentucky, home to about 6,870 people spread across 9.7 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $11,723 a year, and a typical home is worth about $184,900. About 32.7% of adults hold a college degree, and 93.9% of residents under 65 have health insurance.
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Among the Kentucky towns GeoStat tracks, Morehead ranks number 67 of 552 in population, number 417 in median household income, number 190 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Morehead typically top out near 86°F in July, while January nights average about 25°F. The area sees roughly 12 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Lakeview Heights, KY | 4.0 mi. | 332 |
| 2. | Farmers, KY | 6.3 mi. | 206 |
| 3. | Salt Lick, KY | 10.3 mi. | 274 |
| 4. | Owingsville, KY | 17.0 mi. | 1,621 |
| 5. | Olive Hill, KY | 17.2 mi. | 1,636 |
| 6. | Frenchburg, KY | 18.9 mi. | 643 |
| 7. | Sandy Hook, KY | 19.0 mi. | 456 |
| 8. | Ezel, KY | 20.6 mi. | 313 |
What is the population of Morehead, Kentucky?
Morehead has a population of about 6,870 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Morehead, Kentucky in?
Morehead is located in Rowan County, Kentucky.
What is the median home value in Morehead, Kentucky?
The median home value in Morehead is about $184,900, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Morehead, Kentucky?
The median personal income in Morehead is about $11,723 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Morehead, Kentucky?
Since 1950, 2 tornadoes have been recorded in Rowan County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Morehead, Kentucky?
Typical July highs run about 86 degrees and January lows about 25 degrees, with around 12 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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