Community Profiles
Have you ever visited a place that felt like home? That's just what you will experience when you walk through Calvert City. Whether you're passing through or from here, the friendly and welcoming community and the beautiful views from Kentucky Lake are sure to make you stay.
We are an active community of nearly 3000 people located along the Tennessee River and Kentucky Lake in western Kentucky. Named for Potilla Calvert, a wealthy landowner whose land gift to the railroad in 1860 provided vital transportation opportunities and encouraged the town’s development. Calvert City was then incorporated March 18, 1871 and is now the hub of surface transportation.
The City is the northern terminus of the Julian M. Carroll Purchase Parkway, providing a link to Memphis, Tennessee. Skirted on the south of town by Interstate 24, Calvert City has direct links to Nashville, Tennessee and St. Louis, Missouri. Interstate 24 also provides via the Wendell H. Ford Western Kentucky Parkway connections with Louisville, Kentucky. Calvert City has rail access through the main line of the Paducah and Louisville Railroad and commercial port opportunities on the Tennessee River which borders the town’s westward border. Calvert City has sixteen industrial plants that are key sources of employment for Western Kentucky. The majority of the industry is related to chemical manufacturers, although some steel and metallurgical plants also call Calvert City home. Industrial service firms are in abundance.
The labor force of Calvert City is estimated to be equal or greater than the population. With excellent educational opportunities from Elementary School to Graduate School, Calvert City’s residents enjoy training opportunities to fill workforce needs. Add to a median family income of just below $50,000.00, excellent regional medical facilities, quality cultural and recreational facilities,. Churches, and good neighbors and you have a great community with Southern charm and a bright future.
Population
| Population | 2000 | 2010 | 2018 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calvert City | 2,719 | 2,566 | 2,684 | 2,750 |
Source: ESRI, 2018-11-19
Population by Age
| Population | 2010 | 2018 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0-4 | 137 | 145 | 140 |
| 5-9 | 155 | 157 | 156 |
| 10-14 | 151 | 163 | 173 |
| 15-19 | 159 | 145 | 162 |
| 20-24 | 123 | 132 | 121 |
| 25-29 | 124 | 161 | 131 |
| 30-34 | 144 | 157 | 164 |
| 35-39 | 143 | 163 | 165 |
| 40-44 | 153 | 162 | 171 |
| 45-49 | 178 | 169 | 168 |
| 50-54 | 153 | 182 | 177 |
| 55-59 | 194 | 185 | 188 |
| 60-64 | 150 | 177 | 189 |
| 65-69 | 144 | 173 | 178 |
| 70-74 | 139 | 135 | 162 |
| 75-79 | 113 | 114 | 122 |
| 80-84 | 94 | 77 | 92 |
| 85+ | 112 | 86 | 89 |
| 18+ | 2,015 | 2,131 | 2,181 |
| Median Age | 45 | 44 | 45 |
Source: ESRI, 2018-11-19
Population by Race
| Calvert City | 2018 |
|---|---|
| Total | 2,684.000 |
| White Alone | 96.760 |
| Black Alone | 0.260 |
| American Indian Alone | 0.520 |
| Asian Alone | 0.890 |
| Pacific Islander Alone | 0.000 |
| Some Other Race | 0.300 |
| Two or More Races | 1.270 |
| Hispanic Origin | 1.190 |
| Diversity Index | 8.600 |
Source: ESRI, 2018-11-19
Growth Rate
| Calvert City | 2010 - 2014 | 2014 - 2019 |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 1% | 0% |
| Households | 1% | 0% |
| Families | 0% | 0% |
| Median Household Income | % | 1% |
| Per Capita Income | % | 2% |
Source: ESRI, 2018-11-19
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| Population | 2000 | 2010 | 2018 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Households | 1,128 | 1,071 | 1,118 | 1,145 |
| Housing Units | 1,191 | 1,154 | 1,219 | 1,257 |
| Owner Occupied Units | 771 | 804 | ||
| Renter Occupied Units | 347 | 341 | ||
| Vacant Units | 101 | 112 |
Source: ESRI, 2018-11-19
Home Value
| Calvert City | 2018 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $123,302 | $127,946 |
| Average Home Value | $158,528 | $164,348 |
| <$50,000 | 72 | 65 |
| $50,000 - $99,999 | 190 | 181 |
| $100,000 - $149,999 | 265 | 280 |
| $150,000 - $199,999 | 85 | 95 |
| $200,000 - $249,999 | 51 | 56 |
| $250,000 - $299,999 | 56 | 67 |
| $300,000 - $399,999 | 34 | 43 |
| $400,000 - $499,999 | 7 | 7 |
| $500,000 - $749,999 | 4 | 4 |
| $1,000,000 + | 2 | 2 |
Source: ESRI, 2018-11-19
Housing Year Built
| Year Range | Houses Built |
|---|---|
| 2010 or Later | 16 |
| 2000-2009 | 64 |
| 1990-1999 | 120 |
| 1980-1989 | 173 |
| 1970-1979 | 237 |
| 1960-1969 | 202 |
| 1950-1959 | 178 |
| 1940-1949 | 55 |
| 1939 or Before | 49 |
Source: ESRI, 2018-11-19
Back To TopIncome
| Calvert City | 2018 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household | $34,759 | $36,838 |
| Average Household | $50,561 | $55,866 |
| Per Capita | $21,409 | $23,596 |
Source: ESRI, 2018-11-19
Household Income Base
| Calvert City | 2018 |
|---|---|
| <$15,000 | 298 |
| $15,000 - $24,999 | 157 |
| $25,000 - $34,999 | 106 |
| $35,000 - $49,999 | 154 |
| $50,000 - $74,999 | 151 |
| $75,000 - $99,999 | 113 |
| $100,000 - $149,999 | 100 |
| $150,000 - $199,999 | 20 |
| $200,000+ | 19 |
Source: ESRI, 2018-11-19
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| Category | Commuters |
|---|---|
| Workers 16+ | 1,035 |
| In-County Residents | 528 |
| Out-of-County Residents | 477 |
| Drive Alone | 869 |
| Carpooled | 87 |
| Public Transport | 33 |
| Work at Home | 43 |
| Less than 5 minutes | 46 |
| 5-9 minutes | 185 |
| 10-14 minutes | 115 |
| 15-19 minutes | 61 |
| 20-24 minutes | 128 |
| 25-29 minutes | 126 |
| 30-34 minutes | 151 |
| 35-39 minutes | 49 |
| 40-44 minutes | 51 |
| 45-59 minutes | 35 |
| 60-89 minutes | 45 |
| 90+ minutes | 0 |
| Average Travel Time | 22 |
Source: ESRI, 2018-11-19
Source: ESRI, 2018-11-19
Employees by NAICS
| Category | Number |
|---|---|
| Total Employees | 5,724 |
| Agr/Forestry/Fish/Hunt | 0 |
| Mining | 0 |
| Utilities | 12 |
| Construction | 312 |
| Manufacturing | 1,942 |
| Wholesale Trade | 420 |
| Retail Trade | 1,746 |
| Motor Veh/Parts Dealers | 56 |
| Furn & Home Furnish Str | 0 |
| Electronics & Appl Store | 0 |
| Bldg Matl/Garden Equip | 90 |
| Food & Beverage Stores | 57 |
| Health/Pers Care Stores | 4 |
| Gasoline Stations | 53 |
| Clothing/Accessory Store | 1 |
| Sports/Hobby/Book/Music | 6 |
| General Merchandise Str | 18 |
| Misc Store Retailers | 1,461 |
| Nonstore Retailers | 0 |
| Transportation/Warehouse | 99 |
| Information | 12 |
| Finance & Insurance | 39 |
| Cntrl Bank/Crdt Intrmdtn | 32 |
| Sec/Cmdty Cntrct/Oth Inv | 4 |
| Insur/Funds/Trusts/Other | 3 |
| Real Estate/Rent/Leasing | 20 |
| Prof/Scientific/Tech Srv | 168 |
| Legal Services | 2 |
| Mgmt of Comp/Enterprises | 0 |
| Admin/Support/Waste Mgmt | 12 |
| Educational Services | 60 |
| HealthCare/Social Assist | 245 |
| Arts/Entertainment/Rec | 16 |
| Accommodation/Food Srvcs | 343 |
| Accommodation | 65 |
| Food Srv/Drinking Places | 278 |
| Other Srv excl Pub Admin | 219 |
| Auto Repair/Maintenance | 15 |
| Public Administration Emp | 59 |
Source: ESRI, 2018-11-19
Educational Attainment (25+)
| Calvert City | 2018 |
|---|---|
| Some High School | 226 |
| Graduated High School | 554 |
| Associates Degree | 186 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 171 |
| Graduate Degree | 84 |
Source: ESRI, 2018-11-19
Back To TopBusinesses by NAICS
| Category | Number |
|---|---|
| Total Businesses | 205 |
| Agr/Forestry/Fish/Hunt Bus | 0 |
| Mining Bus | 0 |
| Utilities Bus | 3 |
| Construction Bus | 12 |
| Manufacturing Bus | 16 |
| Wholesale Trade Bus | 14 |
| Retail Trade Bus | 40 |
| Motor Veh/Parts Dealers Bus | 7 |
| Furn & Home Furnish Str Bus | 0 |
| Electronics & Appl Store Bus | 0 |
| Bldg Matl/Garden Equip Bus | 9 |
| Food & Beverage Stores Bus | 4 |
| Health/Pers Care Stores Bus | 1 |
| Gasoline Stations Bus | 5 |
| Clothing/Accessory Store Bus | 1 |
| Sports/Hobby/Book/Music Bus | 2 |
| General Merchandise Str Bus | 3 |
| Misc Store Retailers Bus | 8 |
| Nonstore Retailers Bus | 0 |
| Transportation/Warehouse Bus | 8 |
| Information Bus | 3 |
| Finance & Insurance Bus | 9 |
| Cntrl Bank/Crdt Intrmdtn Bus | 5 |
| Sec/Cmdty Cntrct/Oth Inv Bus | 2 |
| Insur/Funds/Trusts/Other Bus | 2 |
| Real Estate/Rent/Leasing Bus | 7 |
| Prof/Scientific/Tech Srv Bus | 10 |
| Legal Services Bus | 1 |
| Mgmt of Comp/Enterprises Bus | 0 |
| Admin/Support/Waste Mgmt Bus | 5 |
| Educational Services Bus | 1 |
| HealthCare/Social Assist Bus | 11 |
| Arts/Entertainment/Rec Bus | 2 |
| Accommodation/Food Srvcs Bus | 23 |
| Accommodation Bus | 7 |
| Food Srv/Drinking Places Bus | 16 |
| Other Srv excl Pub Admin Bus | 24 |
| Auto Repair/Maintenance Bus | 6 |
| Public Administration Bus | 6 |
Source: ESRI, 2018-11-19
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