Beattyville Public RecordsKentucky

As of the 2020 Census, Beattyville, Lee County, KY, had a population of 1,307. The median age was 41.6 years. Gender distribution was nearly even, with 49% male and 51% female. Racially, the population was predominantly White (95.7%), with smaller groups including Black or African American (1.1%), Native American (0.7%), and those identifying as two or more races (2.0%). Hispanic or Latino residents comprised about 1.2%.

Beattyville, located in Lee County, KY, has a homeownership rate of approximately 60%, with median home values around $85,000 as of 2023. Median rent is about $600 per month. The housing market is stable, with modest annual appreciation. Most homes are single-family dwellings, with some mobile homes and a few small apartment complexes. Neighborhoods are generally quiet and rural. Property taxes are low, averaging about 0.7% of a home's assessed value, making homeownership more affordable compared to national averages.

Beattyville, in Lee County, KY, has one high school—Lee County High School—serving local students, alongside Lee County Elementary and Middle schools. Only 74% of adults hold a high school diploma, and about 7% have a bachelor’s degree or higher. Schools score below the state average, with proficiency levels in math and reading around 30-40%. The district offers programs like career/technical education and adult learning via Lee County Area Technology Center. School safety measures are implemented, though resources are limited compared to larger districts. Adult education and GED programs are accessible through local initiatives.

Transportation in Beattyville, Lee County, KY, is largely car-dependent, with approximately 91% of commuters driving alone and only about 0.2% using public transit due to limited services. The average one-way commute time is around 27 minutes, slightly below the national average. Most households (over 93%) own at least one vehicle. The city lacks robust transportation infrastructure beyond state routes like KY-11 and KY-52. Major employment hubs include local government, healthcare, and education, though many residents commute to neighboring counties for work, reflecting limited in-town job opportunities.

Beattyville, the county seat of Lee County, KY, has limited healthcare infrastructure, with no full-service hospital in the city; the closest is Kentucky River Medical Center, about 20 miles away in Jackson. Local options include the Lee County Rural Health Center and a handful of private clinics. According to the U.S. Census, over 10% of Lee County adults are uninsured. Primary care shortages and high rates of chronic conditions—such as diabetes, heart disease, and substance use disorders—are prevalent; over 25% of residents report fair or poor health. The area serves a predominantly White, low-income, and aging population.