Independence, KY
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 19,784 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | Low |
| Health Care: | Limited |
| Housing Price: | Low |
| Income: | High |
Climate
Independence has cool winters and warm summers.
Geography
This northern Kentucky city is slightly south of Cincinnati.
Recreation
The Amphitheater at Independence features concerts of local artists and outdoor movies.
Economy
Independence is part of the Greater Cincinnati area, which has 10 Fortune 500 companies.
Fun Fact
In terms of land mass, Independence is the third-largest city in Kentucky.
| Population [details] | 19,784 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 76.3% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 300.01 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 28.10% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 38.92 °F/21.53 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 86.26 °F/65.14 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 43.42 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 33 |
| Cost of living [details] | 91.3 |
| State sales tax | 6.00% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Indianapolis (99.40 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | CINCINNATI/NORTHERN KENTUCKY INTERNATIONAL (9.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Fishing, Golf, Health and fitness, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Sporting events |
| Cultural activities | Concerts, Family/Arts events, Movie theaters, Museums, Religious activities, Wineries |
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