Apartments for rent in Whitley City, KY

Whitley City, a small town in Kentucky, has a population of approximately 1,000. Middle-aged professionals should feel right at home, as they account for an above-average percentage of the population, while young adults are less well-represented. At an average age of just under 45, the town's population skews older than most cities in Kentucky. Renters tend to be in the minority in the area, and 69% of residents own their homes. With a relatively low average rent of $527/month in the town, renting remains an affordable option, particularly compared to other cities in Kentucky. Over the course of a year, renters in Whitley City will save around $3,100 compared to the state average.

With an average commute time of about 36 minutes, longer than most cities in the state, Whitley City residents have found that traveling to work takes some patience. Many residents (21%) drive to work, while public transit isn't used. Walking isn't a common means of commuting to work.

Construction is the most common industry in Whitley City, representing 8% of the population. With an average annual income of nearly $20K, 3rd-lowest in Kentucky, Whitley City workers take home about $42,000 less than the average Kentucky resident. Whitley City's average income also trails the national average ($73,345). Whitley City has a high concentration of residents over the age of 25 who possess a high school degree or equivalent (29%) compared to the national average. In addition, 3% possess a Bachelor's, Master's, Professional, or Doctoral degree.