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Crime in Bardstown summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in Bardstown. Key points include:
There were 217 total crimes in Bardstown in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Bardstown is 1,559.2 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Bardstown is 165.3 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Bardstown is 1,394.0 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in Bardstown is -26.42% below the national average.
Total Crimes
Below National Average
Crime In Bardstown Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw | Bardstown / 100k People | Kentucky / 100k People | National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 217 | 1,559.2 | 1,563.0 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 23 | 165.3 | 213.1 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 0 | 0.0 | 6.1 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 7 | 50.3 | 35.1 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 12 | 86.2 | 139.5 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 194 | 1,394.0 | 1,349.9 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 27 | 194.0 | 193.6 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 143 | 1,027.5 | 930.2 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 24 | 172.5 | 226.2 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in Bardstown summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Bardstown. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Kentucky. Key points include:
The cost of living in Bardstown is 91 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Bardstown is 0.9x lower than the national average.
The median home value in Bardstown is $262,583.
The median income in Bardstown is $51,381.
Bardstown's Overall Cost Of Living
Lower Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Bardstown Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Bardstown | Kentucky | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 91 | 89 | 100 |
| Services | 101 | 100 | 100 |
| Groceries | 99 | 98 | 100 |
| Health | 76 | 68 | 100 |
| Housing | 98 | 98 | 100 |
| Transportation | 93 | 95 | 100 |
| Utilities | 99 | 96 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Bardstown, KY Weather
The average high in Bardstown is 67.3° and the average low is 45.6°.
There are 83.0 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 48.4 inches of precipitation each year with 9.8 inches of snow.
| Stat | Bardstown |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 67.3 |
| Average Annual Low | 45.6 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 83.0 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 48.4 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 9.8 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
Bardstown, KY Photos
1 Reviews & Comments About Bardstown
Crime was not bad but the schools were pretty sorry. I took AP Calculus in high school only to find out when I went to college that they covered the same material as Pre-calc in most other states.
It is a beautiful city with much to see if you like bourbon. Lots of neat tours of the distilleries available and even some free tasting sessions!
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Bardstown Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Bardstown
The current population in Bardstown is 13,804. The population has increased 19.5% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 13,804 | 1.0% |
| 2023 | 13,673 | 0.8% |
| 2022 | 13,564 | 1.0% |
| 2021 | 13,425 | 1.9% |
| 2020 | 13,169 | 0.6% |
| 2019 | 13,094 | 0.4% |
| 2018 | 13,042 | 0.1% |
| 2017 | 13,034 | 0.1% |
| 2016 | 13,026 | 0.7% |
| 2015 | 12,930 | 0.8% |
| 2014 | 12,833 | 2.1% |
| 2013 | 12,568 | 2.3% |
| 2012 | 12,291 | 5.6% |
| 2011 | 11,635 | 0.7% |
| 2010 | 11,552 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Bardstown
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Bardstown is:
78.0% White with 10,773 White residents.
13.8% African American with 1,899 African American residents.
0.0% American Indian with 3 American Indian residents.
0.3% Asian with 38 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 0 Hawaiian residents.
0.0% Other with 6 Other residents.
1.9% Two Or More with 256 Two Or More residents.
6.0% Hispanic with 829 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Bardstown | KY | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 78.0% | 81.5% | 57.4% |
| African American | 13.8% | 7.6% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 0.3% | 1.6% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 1.9% | 3.9% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 6.0% | 5.0% | 19.3% |
Gender in Bardstown
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Bardstown is 48.3% female with 6,665 female residents.
Bardstown is 51.7% male with 7,139 male residents.
| Gender | Bardstown | KY | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.3% | 50.5% | 50.5% |
| Male | 51.7% | 49.5% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Bardstown for adults over 25
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4.0% of adults in Bardstown completed < 9th grade.
7.0% of adults in Bardstown completed 9-12th grade.
37.0% of adults in Bardstown completed high school / ged.
18.0% of adults in Bardstown completed some college.
7.0% of adults in Bardstown completed associate's degree.
15.0% of adults in Bardstown completed bachelor's degree.
8.0% of adults in Bardstown completed master's degree.
3.0% of adults in Bardstown completed professional degree.
1.0% of adults in Bardstown completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Bardstown | KY | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 4.0% | 4.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 7.0% | 7.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 37.0% | 33.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 18.0% | 20.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 7.0% | 9.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 15.0% | 16.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 8.0% | 8.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 3.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 1.0% | 1.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Bardstown, Kentucky
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4.4% of households in Bardstown earn Less than $10,000.
6.5% of households in Bardstown earn $10,000 to $14,999.
12.7% of households in Bardstown earn $15,000 to $24,999.
7.9% of households in Bardstown earn $25,000 to $34,999.
16.5% of households in Bardstown earn $35,000 to $49,999.
19.6% of households in Bardstown earn $50,000 to $74,999.
12.1% of households in Bardstown earn $75,000 to $99,999.
9.6% of households in Bardstown earn $100,000 to $149,999.
5.5% of households in Bardstown earn $150,000 to $199,999.
5.2% of households in Bardstown earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Bardstown | KY | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 4.4% | 6.1% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 6.5% | 5.2% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 12.7% | 8.3% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 7.9% | 8.3% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 16.5% | 12.1% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 19.6% | 17.1% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 12.1% | 12.8% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 9.6% | 15.9% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 5.5% | 7.1% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 5.2% | 7.2% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
