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Nicholasville, KY
Nicholasville · Jessamine County · KY 40356
Updated June 30, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$226K
Median Price
26/100
Walk Score
6.7/10
Schools
45 min
to Lexington, KY
Score Breakdown
BAffordability
78/100
BSafety
78/100
C+Schools
67/100
B+Quietness
80/100
B-Commute
70/100
FWalkability
26/100
WYLT Score67/100
Our Take
Nicholasville offers decent family schools and an affordable price point, but it’s very car‑dependent with limited walkability, nightlife and public transit. If you’re okay with driving and want a quieter small‑town feel, it can work; if you need a vibrant urban environment, it’s not the best fit.
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The Good
- ✓Strong elementary and high schools with some high ratings
- ✓Median home price and rent are lower than Lexington and many metro areas
- ✓Low violent crime rate
- ✓Quiet, family‑friendly community
- ✓Good for commuters to Lexington (commute time ~30‑45 min)
Real Talk
- !Walk score is 26 – you’ll need a car for almost everything
- !Limited dining and nightlife options – mostly small diners and chain stores
- !Public transit is virtually nonexistent – no reliable bus or rail service
- !Job market is modest; most employment is in retail, healthcare and education
- $Higher property taxes relative to the median in Kentucky
- $Utilities can be expensive due to heating and cooling demands
- $Home insurance premiums may be higher in a rural setting
Best For
Families with childrenRemote workers who need quietCommuters to LexingtonRetirees seeking low cost of living
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityLow
Crime & Safety
Nicholasville, KY
B
Safety grade
Safety score78 / 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
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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