La Center Public RecordsKentucky

La Center, a city in Ballard County, Kentucky, has a population of approximately 1,009 (2020 Census). The median age is about 41 years. The gender distribution is nearly even, with 52% female and 48% male residents. Racially, La Center is predominantly White (about 93%), with African Americans making up around 3%, and small percentages of Native American, Asian, and Hispanic or Latino residents each under 2%.

La Center, located in Ballard County, KY, has a homeownership rate of around 75%, with median home values near $120,000, reflecting modest annual growth of 2-3%. Rentals make up about 25% of the housing market, with median monthly rents around $700. Housing types are primarily single-family homes with some mobile homes. Notable neighborhoods are small, tight-knit, and residential. Property taxes are low, averaging about 0.9% of home value, contributing to the area's affordability for both buyers and renters.

La Center city, in Ballard County, KY, is served by the Ballard County School District, which includes one high school (Ballard Memorial High School, grades 9-12), one middle school, and one elementary school. The high school graduation rate is about 95%, while around 13% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. School safety incidences are low, with no major incidents reported in recent years. The district offers career-tech and dual credit programs. There are no colleges in La Center, but adult education is accessible via the Ballard County Adult Education Center. School scores average 70 on the statewide assessment.

La Center, Ballard County, KY, primarily relies on personal vehicles for transportation, with approximately 93% of residents commuting by car and less than 1% using public transit. The average commute time is about 22 minutes, slightly below the national average. Vehicle ownership is high, with most households owning two or more vehicles. The city lacks extensive public transportation infrastructure, and walking or cycling is uncommon. Major employment hubs are located nearby in Paducah and regional industrial or healthcare centers, influencing commuting patterns beyond city limits.

La Center, Ballard County, KY, has limited healthcare infrastructure, with no hospital within city limits; the closest hospital is Mercy Health in Paducah, about 25 miles away. Local care is provided by Ballard County Primary Care (a community health clinic) and a few private practices. Approximately 89% of residents have health insurance, per census data. The population skews older (median age ~43), with chronic conditions like hypertension and diabetes prevalent. Healthcare access challenges include transportation and provider shortages: Ballard County has about 2.6 primary care physicians per 10,000 residents, below the national average.