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Hopkinsville, KY
Hopkinsville · Christian County · KY 42240
Updated June 16, 2026 · Would You Live There?
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Verdict
$140K
Median Price
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Walk Score
7.1/10
Schools
Score Breakdown
BAffordability
78/100
D+Safety
55/100
B-Schools
71/100
CQuietness
60/100
ACommute
100/100
FWalkability
0/100
WYLT Score61/100
Our Take
Hopkinsville offers very affordable housing and decent schools, but it suffers from limited job prospects, poor transit and internet infrastructure, and modest amenities. If you’re a low‑income family looking for a quiet place to settle, it could work, but the lack of opportunities and services makes it a risky long‑term choice.
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The Good
- ✓Low median home price ($140k)
- ✓Good public schools with average rating 7.1
- ✓Low flood risk (Zone X)
- ✓Small, tight‑knit community
Real Talk
- !Limited local job market
- !Median income ($46k) is below national average
- !Sparse public transit and poor broadband speeds
- !Few dining and nightlife options
- $Higher property taxes in Kentucky
- $Utility costs can be above average due to older infrastructure
- $Older homes may need costly maintenance
Best For
First‑time home buyersFamilies seeking low cost of livingRetirees desiring quietRemote workers who own a car
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityLow
Crime & Safety
Hopkinsville, KY
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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