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Frankfort Area Facts

  • Frankfort has a Livability Score of 72/100, which is considered excellent
  • Frankfort crime rates are 32% higher than the Kentucky average
  • Cost of living in Frankfort is 2% higher than the Kentucky average
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Great and still growing User Rating 5 rating By Anonymous ( Jun 12, 2019) My only complaint is the Chamber of Commerce won't allow more corporate/commercial shopping. That said, things in that area are changing and we have a lot more shopping and dining to offer than before. The night life isn't all bars and clubs but there is a lot of downtown music ...Read More all through the spring and summer (and most of fall), very classy bourbon restaurants and fine dining (Check out Serafini). We also have the best water play anywhere. One large creek (the Elkhorn) if you like kayaking adventures and the Ky River if you want something mellow. People are polite and it's a quiet place with lots to do. I love this town. Read Less
Frankfort - Not just the Capital of Kentucky User Rating 4.5 rating By Anonymous ( May 24, 2010) Frankfort is the capital of Kentucky and the beautiful home of many outdoor activities, such as horseback riding, camping, historical museums, bring the kids and enjoy everything Frankfort has to offer.

Frankfort is rich with historical museums and wonderful bed and breakfasts. ...Read More Louisville Road and U.S. 60; Situated above the Kentucky River valley, has an overlook that gives visitors a spectacular view of the picturesque city of Frankfort and the State Capitol.

Experience the walking tours that will introduce you to the area's history and dining. Enjoy many styles of restaurants. Frankfort offers Memphis pulled pork bbq, oyster po-boys, organic hamburgers, crawfish pie and the ever famous KY bourbon pie, at fine diners to the casual pizza place for the whole family to enjoy.

Kentucky calls Ruth Hanly Booe who passed away in 1972 the "Mother of Bourbon Balls." Ruth's idea of mixing candy and Bourbon Spirits secured her place in history as a world famous confectionery master. Come and visit the wonderful, unique taste at Ruth's Candy at the Rebecca Ruth Candy Cafe.

Come and enjoy shopping at the Factory Outlet Mall in nearby Georgetown, Kentucky located just 20 miles East of Frankfort. The 2010 World Equestrian Games are coming to Kentucky. The world equestrian games have never been played outside of Europe. Frankfort, Kentucky will be a part of this fantastic Equestrian history.

For those that crave the nightlife, the city of Frankfort offers a great selection from your local bar and grill to the more upscale meeting places is Mojo's Emporia. Mojo's offers an upscale atmosphere with a great dance floor. Mojo's is costly so be prepared to spend some money for a night out.

Frankfort is a very special place to come and relax and breathe in the fresh air, enjoy restaurants, shopping the outlet mall, dancing the nightlife, or just experience the quieter side and experience the breathtaking view of the Kentucky River Valley and the historical museums. Bring the family or that special someone and come and see what Frankfort has to offer. Read Less
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      F Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Frankfort? Well, there are not many amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Fantasy Garden
      Blanton Landing Park
      Frankfort Public Boat Ramp
      Fort Hill Civil War Park
      Riverview Park
      Morris E Burton Memorial Park
      Capitol View Park
      Bellepoint Park

      Entertainment

      State Stadium
      Kentucky Military History Museum
      Old Governor's Mansion
      Thomas D. Clark Center for Kentucky History
      Grand Theatre
      Alumni Stadium
      Outdoor Ampitheatre
      State Capitol Overlook

      Food & Drink

      Arby's
      Staxx Barbecue
      Captain D's
      Sonic
      Subway
      Hardee's
      Penn Station
      Dairy Queen

      B Commute

      Is public transit available in Frankfort? Of all people who commute, 0.8% take public transportation in Frankfort.
      Drive to Work
      79%

      3% higher than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      1%

      4% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      3%

      equal to the US average

      A+ Cost of Living

      What is the cost of living in Frankfort? The cost of living in Frankfort is 92/100 - which is 2% higher than Kentucky.
      Frankfort
      92

      8% less expensive than average

      Kentucky
      90

      10% less expensive than average

      United States
      100

      National cost of living index

      B- Crime

      What is the crime rate in Frankfort? Frankfort crime rates are 2,337, which are 32% higher than Kentucky
      Total Crime
      2,337 per 100k people

      2% higher than the US average

      Chance of being a victim
      1 in 43  

      2% higher than the US average

      Year-over-year crime
      8%

      Year over year crime is up

      C- Employment

      What is the median income in Frankfort? The median income in Frankfort is $50,602 which is 13% higher than Kentucky.
      Median household income
      $50,6029% lower than the US average
      Income per capita
      $28,3305% lower than the US average
      Unemployment rate
      3%

      37% lower than the US average

      C+ Health & Safety

      Is Frankfort a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are some hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Frankfort Regional Medical Center

      Pharmacies

      Walgreens
      CVS Pharmacy

      Doctors

      The Little Clinic

      A+ Housing

      What are Frankfort home prices? Frankfort home prices are $132,500 - which is 5% higher than Kentucky
      Median home value
      $132,50028% lower than the US average
      Median rent price
      $77918% lower than the US average
      Home Ownership
      47%

      27% lower than the US average

      D Schools

      Does Frankfort have good schools? The Frankfort graduation rate is 78% - which is 1% higher than Kentucky
      High school grad. rates
      78%

      6% lower than the US average

      School test scores
      45%

      6% lower than the US average

      Student teacher ratio
      15:1

      8% lower than the US average

      A+ User Ratings

      Is Frankfort a good place to live? Frankfort has an overall rating of 90% from 9 reviews.
      Overall user rating
      90%

      9 total ratings

      User reviews rating
      95%

      2 total reviews

      User surveys rating
      78%

      7 total surveys

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