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Madisonville, KY
Madisonville · Hopkins County · KY 42431
Updated June 21, 2026 · Would You Live There?
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Verdict
$143K
Median Price
15/100
Walk Score
7/10
Schools
Score Breakdown
AAffordability
92/100
ASafety
92/100
B-Schools
70/100
B+Quietness
80/100
FCommute
15/100
FWalkability
15/100
WYLT Score61/100
Our Take
Madisonville is an inexpensive, car‑centric town with decent schools, but it lacks walkability, transit options, and a vibrant local economy. It’s quiet and family‑friendly, yet you’ll have to drive most errands and pay for the usual costs of maintaining a home there.
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The Good
- ✓Very affordable median home price ($143k)
- ✓Good public school ratings (average 7/10)
- ✓Low flood risk (Zone X)
- ✓Large portion of the population is employed (over 11k in labor force)
Real Talk
- !Walk score of 15 means almost all errands require a car
- !Public transit options are virtually nonexistent
- !Local job market is limited; many residents commute to nearby cities
- !Crime data is not available; be cautious if you’re concerned about safety
- $Higher property taxes for the region
- $Utilities and maintenance costs can be higher than in larger cities
- $Longer commutes can add to fuel and vehicle wear
Best For
affordable housing seekerssmall‑town familiesremote workers who can work from homepeople looking for a quiet place to raise kids
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeLow
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityLow
Crime & Safety
Madisonville, KY
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Safety grade
Safety score92 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
57% safer than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Low9.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
50% safer than the national average
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