Florence, Kentucky Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Florence, Kentucky is 32,334 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 8th-largest city in Kentucky. The median household income is $68,508, the median home value is $196,200, and the median age is 40.5.
The population has grown 13.8% since 2010 (29,667 → 33,763).
32,334
Population
2893
People / sq mi
$68,508
Median Income
$196,200
Median Home Value
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Florence covers 11.2 sq mi of land at 2893 people per square mile.
About Florence, KY
Florence is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 41.7% of the population. With 32,334 residents, Florence is a city in Kentucky. That makes it one of the ten largest cities in Kentucky in the country, at #8 by population.
Median household income is $68,508, below the US median of $78,538. About 6.2% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Homes are comparatively cheap — a median value of $196,200, with typical rent around $1,199.
Roughly 26.3% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. About 8.9% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 24 minutes each way.
The large foreign-born share is a defining thread in Florence, shaping language, household composition, and the labor force behind the economic figures above.
Florence city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Florence city had a population of 29,667 in 2010 and 33,763 in 2024, a 13.8% growth over 14 years. The peak was 33,763 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.93%.
33,763
Population (2024)
29,667
Population (2010)
33,763
Peak (2024)
0.93%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 29,667 |
| 2011 | 30,231 |
| 2012 | 30,636 |
| 2013 | 31,018 |
| 2014 | 31,409 |
| 2015 | 31,758 |
| 2016 | 32,068 |
| 2017 | 32,401 |
| 2018 | 32,614 |
| 2019 | 33,004 |
| 2020 | 32,092 |
| 2021 | 32,296 |
| 2022 | 32,694 |
| 2023 | 33,169 |
| 2024 | 33,763 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 81.4% |
| Black or African American | 6.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.9% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$68,508
Median Household Income
$38,133
Per Capita Income
6.2%
Poverty Rate
1.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$196,200
Median Home Value
$1,199
Median Rent
59.3%
Owner-Occupied
Education
92.3%
High School+
26.3%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.5%
Drive Alone
77.3%
Public Transit
8.9%
Work From Home
23.8 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
41.7%
Foreign Born
89.7%
Non-English at Home
7.9%
Veterans
15.7%
With Disability
94.2%
Health Insurance
93.3%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 17.8% |
| Manufacturing | 16.8% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 11.3% |
| Retail Trade | 8.2% |
| Construction | 7.7% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 6.4% |
| Information | 5.4% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.1% |
| Public Administration | 1.5% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.1% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Florence, Kentucky has a population of 32,334 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 8th-largest city in Kentucky.
The median household income in Florence, Kentucky is $68,508, with 6.2% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Florence, Kentucky is $196,200, with median monthly rent at $1,199 and a homeownership rate of 59.3%.
The median age in Florence, Kentucky is 40.5 years. The population is 50.5% male and 49.5% female.
The population has grown 13.8% since 2010 (29,667 → 33,763).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.