Living in Whitley County, Kentucky

Whitley County is a county in Kentucky with a population of around 36,129. The main communities are Williamsburg.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $604/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $114K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.1%.

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

Whitley County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 37 and a predominantly working-class population (20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.