What are the schools like in Campton, KY?

Campton is served primarily by Wolfe County. The district operates 3 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 2 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.3:1.

What is the median household income in Campton?

The median household income in Campton, KY is $23,333 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 8.9%.

What is the weather like in Campton, KY?

Campton has an average high temperature of 42.3°F in January and 84.4°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.1 inches and annual snowfall averages 16.1 inches.

Campton, KY Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Campton, KY affordable or expensive?

Campton's cost of living index is 82, where 100 represents the national average. This means Campton is 18% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $54,100 and the median rent is $533 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Campton, KY?

Crime rate data for Campton is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Campton, KY a Good Place to Live?

Campton is a small town of 237 in Kentucky, with a median household income of $23,333 and a 8.9% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 82 (US average = 100), which is 18% below the national average.

Strengths: Campton stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B).

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes, an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Campton is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Campton city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 82.0

Campton's overall cost of living index is 82.0, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Campton costs roughly 18% less than the average American city.

Metric	Campton, KY	National Avg
Median Home Value	$54,100	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$533	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	52.0%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$23,333	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Crime data for Campton is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Campton is served primarily by Wolfe County. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.3:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Campton, KY	National Avg
School District	Wolfe County	—
Elementary Schools	3	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	2	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.3:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	6.1%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	75.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Campton sees average highs of 42.3°F in January and 84.4°F in July, with 49.1 inches of annual precipitation and 16.1 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Campton, KY
Average High — January	42.3°F
Average High — July	84.4°F
Annual Precipitation	49.1"
Annual Snowfall	16.1"

Demographics

Metric	Campton, KY	National Avg
Population	237	—
Median Age	39.4	38.9
Unemployment Rate	8.9%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	56.0 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	94.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	2.1%	6.3%
Under 18	20.7%	22.2%
65 and over	17.3%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Hazel Green, KY 8 mi Ezel, KY 12 mi Beattyville, KY 13 mi Jackson, KY 15 mi Frenchburg, KY 16 mi

ZIP Codes in Campton

Campton, KY is covered by 1 ZIP code:

41301

Campton vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Campton, KY affordable or expensive?

Campton's cost of living index is 82, where 100 is the national average. That makes Campton roughly 18% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $54,100 and median rent is $533/month.

What is the crime rate in Campton, KY?

Crime data for Campton is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Campton?

Public schools in Campton are operated by Wolfe County. The district has 3 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.3:1. 6.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Campton, KY a good place to live?

Campton, KY has a population of 237, a median household income of $23,333, and an unemployment rate of 8.9%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Campton?

Campton averages 42.3°F in January and 84.4°F in July. Annual rainfall is 49.1 inches with about 16.1 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Campton?

Campton, KY is covered by 1 ZIP code: 41301.

What is the population of Campton?

The population of Campton, Kentucky is 237 with a median age of 39.4. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Campton?

Key numbers for living in Campton: cost of living index 82 (100 = US average), median home $54,100, median household income $23,333, crime index 5 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Campton side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.