Morehead CCD, Kentucky
Morehead CCD profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Morehead CCD is a geographic entity located in Rowan County, Kentucky. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 18,305. The land area covers 186.45 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 18,305 | ±763 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 29 yrs | ±1.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 7,099 | ±310 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 7,992 | ±248 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 7,099 | ±310 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 893 | ±252 |
| Median Home Value | $152,600 | ±$14,090 |
| Median Gross Rent | $840 | ±$37 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $48,572 | ±$5,256 |
| Per Capita Income | $27,011 | ±$3,421 |
| Poverty Rate | 28.3% | ±4.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 4,334 | ±675 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.3% | ±1.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 8,170 | ±607 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.7% | ±2.1% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 24,675 (2024)
ID: 165787
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ROWAN CO DEPUTY JUDGE EXEC
600 W MAIN ST, MOREHEAD KY 40351-1887
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-12 | Olive Hill, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Clearfield, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | West Liberty, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Sandy Hook, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Sandy Hook, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Sandy Hook, KY | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 07-12 | Frenchburg, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Hillsboro, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Morehead, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-07 | Frenchburg, KY |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 9 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Morehead State University
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College | 2.8 mi away | University Blvd, Morehead, KY, 40351 |
6067832000
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ROWAN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.7 mi away | 175 BEACON HILL DRIVE, MOREHEAD, KY, 40351 |
(606) 784-7137
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ROWAN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.7 mi away | 175 BEACON HILL DRIVE, MOREHEAD, KY, 40351 |
(606) 784-7137
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ELLIOTT COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.7 mi away | 207 S. KY 7, SANDY HOOK, KY, 41171 |
(606) 738-5796
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CARTER COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.2 mi away | 120 COMET DRIVE, OLIVE HILL, KY, 41164 |
(606) 286-8070
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MORGAN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.7 mi away | 151 UNIVERSITY DRIVE, WEST LIBERTY, KY, 41472 |
(606) 743-4151
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MENIFEE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.3 mi away | 1585 MAIN STREET, FRENCHBURG, KY, 40322 |
(606) 768-2212
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BATH COUNTY MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 19.7 mi away | 24 WEST MAIN STREET, OWINGSVILLE, KY, 40360 |
(606) 674-2531
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BATH COUNTY MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 19.7 mi away | 24 WEST MAIN STREET, OWINGSVILLE, KY, 40360 |
(606) 674-2531
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at CAVE RUN LAKE, KY US, located 7.4 miles from Morehead CCD. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41.3° | 24.5° | 32.9° | 3.56" | 4.3" |
| February | 45.5° | 26.5° | 36.0° | 3.56" | 3.4" |
| March | 55.1° | 33.3° | 44.2° | 4.60" | 2.0" |
| April | 67.2° | 42.4° | 54.8° | 4.69" | 0.0" |
| May | 74.8° | 52.2° | 63.5° | 5.17" | 0.0" |
| June | 82.3° | 60.5° | 71.4° | 4.81" | 0.0" |
| July | 85.5° | 64.5° | 75.0° | 5.92" | 0.0" |
| August | 84.8° | 62.7° | 73.8° | 3.87" | 0.0" |
| September | 79.2° | 56.0° | 67.6° | 3.89" | 0.0" |
| October | 68.2° | 44.5° | 56.4° | 3.41" | 0.0" |
| November | 56.0° | 34.7° | 45.3° | 3.23" | 0.2" |
| December | 45.4° | 29.0° | 37.2° | 4.08" | 2.4" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morehead city | City | 3.5 mi | — |
| Lakeview Heights city | City | 5.5 mi | — |
| Farmers CDP | CDP | 7.7 mi | — |
| Salt Lick city | City | 11.8 mi | — |
| Sandy Hook city | City | 15.8 mi | — |
| Olive Hill city | City | 16.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2120592376. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.