Prestonsburg, Kentucky
Quick Statistics
Prestonsburg is a community in Floyd County, Kentucky, home to about 3,765 people spread across 14.7 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $22,860 a year, and a typical home is worth about $161,300. About 29.0% of adults hold a college degree, and 92.4% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 16 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Kentucky towns GeoStat tracks, Prestonsburg ranks number 107 of 552 in population, number 475 in median household income, number 242 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Prestonsburg typically top out near 86°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. | Auxier, KY | 3.7 mi. | 651 |
| 2. | Dwale, KY | 4.2 mi. | 170 |
| 3. | Allen, KY | 5.2 mi. | 157 |
| 4. | Martin, KY | 7.9 mi. | 494 |
| 5. | Paintsville, KY | 9.8 mi. | 4,203 |
| 6. | Betsy Layne, KY | 11.8 mi. | 557 |
| 7. | Coal Run Village, KY | 15.5 mi. | 1,724 |
| 8. | Wayland, KY | 15.7 mi. | 316 |
What is the population of Prestonsburg, Kentucky?
Prestonsburg has a population of about 3,765 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Prestonsburg, Kentucky in?
Prestonsburg is located in Floyd County, Kentucky.
What is the median home value in Prestonsburg, Kentucky?
The median home value in Prestonsburg is about $161,300, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Prestonsburg, Kentucky?
The median personal income in Prestonsburg is about $22,860 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Prestonsburg, Kentucky?
Since 1950, 2 tornadoes have been recorded in Floyd County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Prestonsburg, Kentucky?
Typical July highs run about 86 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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