Owenton, Kentucky
Quick Statistics
Owenton is a community in Owen County, Kentucky, home to about 1,511 people spread across 1.9 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $23,725 a year, and a typical home is worth about $137,500. About 22.4% of adults hold a college degree, and 93.1% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 14 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Kentucky towns GeoStat tracks, Owenton ranks number 200 of 552 in population, number 256 in median household income, number 296 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Owenton typically top out near 87°F in July, while January nights average about 25°F. The area sees roughly 16 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Gratz, KY | 7.4 mi. | 80 |
| 2. | Monterey, KY | 8.1 mi. | 92 |
| 3. | Sanders, KY | 9.9 mi. | 435 |
| 4. | Sparta, KY | 11.4 mi. | 272 |
| 5. | Corinth, KY | 12.8 mi. | 226 |
| 6. | Glencoe, KY | 12.9 mi. | 319 |
| 7. | Worthville, KY | 13.2 mi. | 176 |
| 8. | Williamstown, KY | 16.0 mi. | 3,945 |
What is the population of Owenton, Kentucky?
Owenton has a population of about 1,511 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Owenton, Kentucky in?
Owenton is located in Owen County, Kentucky.
What is the median home value in Owenton, Kentucky?
The median home value in Owenton is about $137,500, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Owenton, Kentucky?
The median personal income in Owenton is about $23,725 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Owenton, Kentucky?
Since 1950, 5 tornadoes have been recorded in Owen County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Owenton, Kentucky?
Typical July highs run about 87 degrees and January lows about 25 degrees, with around 16 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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