Phelps, Kentucky
Quick Statistics
Phelps is a community in Pike County, Kentucky, home to about 301 people spread across 8.0 square miles of land. A typical home here is worth about $102,700. About 7.2% of adults hold a college degree, and 92.9% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has shrunk about 66 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Kentucky towns GeoStat tracks, Phelps ranks number 425 of 552 in population, number 384 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Phelps typically top out near 82°F in July, while January nights average about 23°F. The area sees roughly 13 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Freeburn, KY | 3.7 mi. | 91 |
| 2. | McCarr, KY | 7.5 mi. | 265 |
| 3. | Matewan, WV | 7.8 mi. | 505 |
| 4. | Red Jacket, WV | 9.8 mi. | 482 |
| 5. | South Williamson, KY | 12.7 mi. | 472 |
| 6. | Williamson, WV | 12.9 mi. | 2,919 |
| 7. | Delbarton, WV | 13.6 mi. | 333 |
| 8. | Chattaroy, WV | 15.0 mi. | 467 |
What is the population of Phelps, Kentucky?
Phelps has a population of about 301 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Phelps, Kentucky in?
Phelps is located in Pike County, Kentucky.
What is the median home value in Phelps, Kentucky?
The median home value in Phelps is about $102,700, based on American Community Survey data.
How many tornadoes have hit near Phelps, Kentucky?
Since 1950, 2 tornadoes have been recorded in Pike County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Phelps, Kentucky?
Typical July highs run about 82 degrees and January lows about 23 degrees, with around 13 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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