Lexington
KYFayette County, Kentucky
Population 324K |Median income $69,479 |7 hospitals
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Hospitals 7 total
Alerts & News — Lexington Area 6
Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Elliott, Johnson, Magoffin, Martin, and Morgan Counties
Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Southeastern Kentucky Counties Until 4:45 AM EDT
Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Tri-State Area of Kentucky, Ohio, and West Virginia
Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Southeastern and East Central Kentucky
Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Pulaski and Rockcastle Counties in Kentucky
Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of Northern Kentucky and South Central Ohio
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Safety Context
Lexington, KY is located in Fayette County, Kentucky. With a population of 324K and a median household income of $69,479, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration. Residents have access to 7 hospitals with an average rating of 3.4/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Lexington area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.
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Data Sources
All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Fayette County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.
Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.