Madisonville, Kentucky Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Madisonville, Kentucky is 19,442 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 20th-largest city in Kentucky. The median household income is $56,902, the median home value is $152,300, and the median age is 37.4.
The population has declined 1.5% since 2010 (19,803 → 19,502).
19,442
Population
1088
People / sq mi
$56,902
Median Income
$152,300
Median Home Value
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Madisonville covers 17.9 sq mi of land at 1088 people per square mile.
About Madisonville, KY
In Madisonville, home values do the distinguishing — a median of $152,300. Madisonville is a city in Kentucky with a population of 19,442. It ranks #20 among cities in Kentucky by population.
Earnings trail the nation, with the median household making $56,902, below the US median of $78,538. Roughly 14.8% of residents fall below the poverty line, above the national 12.4%. Housing is relatively affordable, with a median home value of $152,300, with typical rent around $860.
Degree attainment is on the lower side for US cities: 22.3% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the lower side here, at 5.5%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 19 minutes each way.
Madisonville city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Madisonville city had a population of 19,803 in 2010 and 19,502 in 2024, a -1.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 19,803 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.10%.
19,502
Population (2024)
19,803
Population (2010)
19,803
Peak (2010)
-0.10%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 19,803 |
| 2011 | 19,753 |
| 2012 | 19,626 |
| 2013 | 19,519 |
| 2014 | 19,360 |
| 2015 | 19,283 |
| 2016 | 19,066 |
| 2017 | 18,919 |
| 2018 | 18,773 |
| 2019 | 18,621 |
| 2020 | 19,634 |
| 2021 | 19,503 |
| 2022 | 19,480 |
| 2023 | 19,497 |
| 2024 | 19,502 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 77.9% |
| Black or African American | 11.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$56,902
Median Household Income
$28,915
Per Capita Income
14.8%
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$152,300
Median Home Value
$860
Median Rent
65.1%
Owner-Occupied
Education
87.7%
High School+
22.3%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
85.4%
Public Transit
5.5%
Work From Home
19.3 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
19.1%
Foreign Born
96.0%
Non-English at Home
4.1%
Veterans
23.1%
With Disability
95.7%
Health Insurance
96.1%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 32.8% |
| Manufacturing | 13.9% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.5% |
| Public Administration | 7.0% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 6.5% |
| Information | 4.7% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.3% |
| Construction | 3.6% |
| Retail Trade | 3.4% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 2.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Madisonville, Kentucky has a population of 19,442 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 20th-largest city in Kentucky.
The median household income in Madisonville, Kentucky is $56,902, with 14.8% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Madisonville, Kentucky is $152,300, with median monthly rent at $860 and a homeownership rate of 65.1%.
The median age in Madisonville, Kentucky is 37.4 years. The population is 47.2% male and 52.8% female.
The population has declined 1.5% since 2010 (19,803 → 19,502).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.