Elizabethtown, Elizabethtown KY — neighborhood review

Elizabethtown, KY

Elizabethtown · Hardin County · KY 42701

Updated August 5, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Good for now

Verdict

$260K

Median Price

39/100

Walk Score

7.5/10

Schools

Score Breakdown

BAffordability
78/100
D+Safety
55/100
BSchools
75/100
B+Quietness
80/100
ACommute
100/100
FWalkability
39/100
WYLT Score71/100

Our Take

Elizabethtown offers affordable homes and a low‑risk flood zone, making it a solid choice for families and retirees. The town is car‑dependent with limited walkability and nightlife, and crime is moderate. If you’re okay with a quiet, small‑town feel and owning a car, it’s a sensible move.

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The Good

  • Affordable median home price at $214,500
  • Low flood risk (Zone X)
  • Good community vibe and decent average school rating (6.9/10)
  • Quiet suburban feel with higher-than-average quietness

Real Talk

  • !Almost all errands require a car due to low walkability
  • !Limited public transit options and few bike lanes
  • !Nightlife and dining options are sparse
  • !Crime levels are moderate, so stay aware of local safety
  • $Higher vehicle maintenance and fuel costs in a car‑dependent town
  • $Limited grocery and retail options can drive up costs
  • $School choice may be limited to public options

Best For

Family-friendlyAffordable livingQuiet suburban lifestyleRemote workers who don’t rely on public transit

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Elizabethtown, KY

D+

Safety grade

Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate
3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

5% higher than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Moderate
19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

2% higher than the national average

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