Living in Knox County, Kentucky

Knox County is a county in Kentucky with a population of around 31,730. The main communities are Barbourville.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,933/month, above the national average, with a median home price of around $133K. The county has a moderate unemployment rate at 5.1%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 48°F) and warm summers (highs around 81°F). Mountains are less than 1 hour away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk, tornado risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Knox County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 40 and a predominantly working-class population (14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.