Independence, Kentucky Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Independence, Kentucky is 29,024 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 12th-largest city in Kentucky. The median household income is $98,653, the median home value is $240,500, and the median age is 34.8.
The population has grown 21.3% since 2010 (24,884 → 30,196).
29,024
Population
1636
People / sq mi
$98,653
Median Income
$240,500
Median Home Value
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Independence covers 17.7 sq mi of land at 1636 people per square mile.
About Independence, KY
Homeownership is the standout figure in Independence: 82.4% of homes are owner-occupied, higher than the national rate. Independence is a city in Kentucky with a population of 29,024. It ranks #12 among cities in Kentucky by population.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $98,653 — above the US median of $78,538. About 5.4% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $240,500, with typical rent around $1,204.
Roughly 37.3% of adults have a bachelor’s, above the national 35.0%. Around 12.7% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 27 minutes each way.
The ownership rate anchors the housing story in Independence, and tends to move with the age structure and home-value figures above.
Independence city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Independence city had a population of 24,884 in 2010 and 30,196 in 2024, a 21.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 30,196 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.39%.
30,196
Population (2024)
24,884
Population (2010)
30,196
Peak (2024)
1.39%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 24,884 |
| 2011 | 25,260 |
| 2012 | 25,698 |
| 2013 | 26,138 |
| 2014 | 26,431 |
| 2015 | 26,849 |
| 2016 | 27,155 |
| 2017 | 27,687 |
| 2018 | 28,146 |
| 2019 | 28,521 |
| 2020 | 28,786 |
| 2021 | 29,098 |
| 2022 | 29,343 |
| 2023 | 29,664 |
| 2024 | 30,196 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 93.5% |
| Black or African American | 1.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$98,653
Median Household Income
$39,477
Per Capita Income
5.4%
Poverty Rate
2.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$240,500
Median Home Value
$1,204
Median Rent
82.4%
Owner-Occupied
Education
94.2%
High School+
37.3%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.3%
Drive Alone
77.8%
Public Transit
12.7%
Work From Home
27.3 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
38.8%
Foreign Born
96.0%
Non-English at Home
5.9%
Veterans
11.6%
With Disability
96.2%
Health Insurance
99.0%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 24.6% |
| Manufacturing | 14.8% |
| Information | 9.4% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 8.1% |
| Retail Trade | 7.8% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.5% |
| Construction | 4.9% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.1% |
| Public Administration | 3.8% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.5% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Independence, Kentucky has a population of 29,024 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 12th-largest city in Kentucky.
The median household income in Independence, Kentucky is $98,653, with 5.4% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Independence, Kentucky is $240,500, with median monthly rent at $1,204 and a homeownership rate of 82.4%.
The median age in Independence, Kentucky is 34.8 years. The population is 49.8% male and 50.2% female.
The population has grown 21.3% since 2010 (24,884 → 30,196).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.