Richmond, KY
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 30,236 |
| Crime: | Average |
| Cost of Living: | Average |
| Health Care: | Limited |
| Housing Price: | High |
| Income: | Low |
Climate
Richmond has four distinguishable seasons.
Geography
Richmond is located along I-75, just south of Lexington, Ky.
Cultural Attractions
The city is home to Eastern Kentucky University, and Jean Farris Winery in nearby Lexington provides tours and wine-tasting opportunities.
Recreation
Fort Boonesborough State Park features a reconstruction of Daniel Boone's fort, which was the second settlement in Kentucky.
Historical
The White Hall State Historic Site was once home to Cassius Marcelleus Clay, an emancipationist and publisher during the Civil War era.
| Population [details] | 30,236 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 76.2% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 263.76 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 37.40% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 42.65 °F/22.15 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 88.98 °F/64.04 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 45.06 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 99 |
| Cost of living [details] | 95.1 |
| State sales tax | 6.00% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Columbus (167.61 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | BLUE GRASS (26.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Fishing, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Swimming |
| Cultural activities | Cultural and art events, Gourmet food, Movie theaters, Museums, Religious activities, Wineries |
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