Boyle County, Kentucky Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 34th-largest in Kentucky
The population of Boyle County, Kentucky is 30,708 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 34th-largest county in Kentucky. The median household income is $61,635, the median home value is $200,700, and the median age is 39.5.
The population of Boyle County has grown 9.5% since 2010 (28,668 → 31,394), a +0.65% annualized rate.
30,708
Population
+0.65%
Annual growth
170
People / sq mi
$61,635
Median Income
$200,700
Median Home Value
Boyle County covers 180 sq mi of land at 170.3 people per square mile.
About Boyle County, KY
What distinguishes Boyle County is density: among the most densely settled of US counties, around 170 people per square mile. Boyle County is a county in Kentucky with a population of 30,708. It ranks #34 among counties in Kentucky by population.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $61,635 — below the US median of $78,538. About 10.6% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $200,700, with typical rent around $770.
Educational attainment is on the higher side for US counties — 27.4% of adults hold a four-year degree, below the national 35.0%. Around 8.5% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 21 minutes each way.
That density explains much of the rest of the profile in Boyle County: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.
Boyle County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Boyle County had a population of 28,668 in 2010 and 31,394 in 2024, a 9.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 31,394 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.65%.
31,394
Population (2024)
28,668
Population (2010)
31,394
Peak (2024)
0.65%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 28,668 |
| 2011 | 28,800 |
| 2012 | 29,026 |
| 2013 | 29,636 |
| 2014 | 29,820 |
| 2015 | 29,800 |
| 2016 | 29,984 |
| 2017 | 29,992 |
| 2018 | 30,109 |
| 2019 | 30,000 |
| 2020 | 30,761 |
| 2021 | 30,600 |
| 2022 | 30,854 |
| 2023 | 31,096 |
| 2024 | 31,394 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 84.1% |
| Black or African American | 7.6% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.2% |
Age & Sex
39.5
Median Age
49.4%
Female
50.6%
Male
18.6%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 17.4% · Seniors (65+): 18.6%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $61,635$-782 vs state |
| Mean household income | $81,976 |
| Per-capita income | $32,238 |
| Poverty rate | 10.6%-1.2% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 3.3% |
| Employment-to-population | 52.1% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Boyle County is professional & business services, accounting for 27.6% of workers.
How residents commute
0.2%
Drive alone
3.7%
Carpool
79.2%
Public transit
8.5%
Work from home
21.4 min
Avg commute
Housing
$200,700+$8,400 vs state
Median home value
$770
Median rent
69.5%
Homeownership rate
12,969
Total housing units
91.0%
Occupied
9.0%
Vacant
30.5%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
93.9%
With health insurance
93.7%
With broadband internet
27.4%
Foreign-born
6.1%
Veterans (18+)
16.8%
With a disability
96.2%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
91.4%
High School+
27.4%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Boyle County, Kentucky has a population of 30,708 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 34th-largest county in Kentucky. Population density is 170 people per square mile.
The population of Boyle County has grown 9.5% since 2010 (28,668 → 31,394), a +0.65% annualized rate.
The median household income in Boyle County, Kentucky is $61,635, with mean (average) household income of $81,976 and per-capita income of $32,238. 10.6% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Boyle County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (84.1%), Black or African American (7.6%), Hispanic or Latino (0.8%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Boyle County, Kentucky is 39.5 years. Residents are 49.4% female and 50.6% male.
The median home value in Boyle County is $200,700 and median monthly rent is $770. 69.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 12,969 total housing units, 9.0% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Boyle County, Kentucky is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 27.6% of workers. The unemployment rate is 3.3%.
Louisville/Jefferson County is among the largest cities associated with Boyle County, Kentucky, with a population of 627,210.
Boyle County, KY Climate
Boyle County, KY has an average annual temperature of 12.8°C (55°F) and receives about 1254 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
12.8°C
Avg Temp
1254
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 0° / 33° | 87 mm |
| February | 3° / 37° | 96 mm |
| March | 8° / 46° | 118 mm |
| April | 13° / 55° | 110 mm |
| May | 17° / 63° | 124 mm |
| June | 22° / 71° | 107 mm |
| July | 24° / 75° | 125 mm |
| August | 23° / 74° | 98 mm |
| September | 20° / 68° | 98 mm |
| October | 14° / 57° | 77 mm |
| November | 8° / 46° | 101 mm |
| December | 3° / 37° | 113 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Boyle County, KY
The most comfortable months to visit Boyle County, KY are typically September, June and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 30°C high). The coldest is January (near -4°C low). July is usually the wettest month.
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