The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, McCreary county is rated a 4. The average temperature during the month of June is 76.0℉ and the average temperature in January is 37.8℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 66% and the area covered by water is 0.68%. The overall influence score for McCreary is 9.
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McCreary County, Kentucky is a rural, Appalachian county located in the southeastern corner of the state. The population of McCreary County was estimated to be 17,300 as of 2019. The median household income in McCreary County is $23,841, which is significantly lower than the national average of $61,937. The poverty rate in the county is nearly twice the national average at 27.5%, and over one-third of children live in poverty.
McCreary County has a diverse racial makeup with a majority (61%) of the population identifying as white, about one-third (32%) identifying as Black or African American and 7% identifying as Hispanic or Latino. About one-third of residents 25 years and older have not completed high school.
The living conditions in McCreary County are generally poor due to limited access to basic amenities such as clean water and reliable electricity. In addition, many homes are dilapidated and lack modern amenities such as air conditioning and central heating.
The quality of life in McCreary County is generally low due to the lack of economic opportunity and limited access to health care services. Despite this, there are still some positive aspects to life in McCreary County, such as its natural beauty and strong sense of community among its residents.
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