Christian County, Kentucky Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 11th-largest in Kentucky
The population of Christian County, Kentucky is 72,599 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 11th-largest county in Kentucky. The median household income is $54,190, the median home value is $149,200, and the median age is 28.6.
The population of Christian County has declined 4.2% since 2010 (74,145 → 71,006), a -0.31% annualized rate.
72,599
Population
-0.31%
Annual growth
101
People / sq mi
$54,190
Median Income
$149,200
Median Home Value
Christian County covers 718 sq mi of land at 101.2 people per square mile.
About Christian County, KY
Age is the most distinctive thing about Christian County: a median age of 28.6, younger than the national median. With 72,599 residents, Christian County is a county in Kentucky. It ranks #11 among counties in Kentucky by population.
The typical household earns $54,190, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty sits at 13.0%, close to the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $149,200, with typical rent around $999.
Roughly 20.0% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the lower side here, at 4.0%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 19 minutes each way.
Christian County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Christian County had a population of 74,145 in 2010 and 71,006 in 2024, a -4.2% growth over 14 years. The peak was 74,975 in 2012. Average annual growth rate: -0.30%.
71,006
Population (2024)
74,145
Population (2010)
74,975
Peak (2012)
-0.30%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 74,145 |
| 2011 | 73,516 |
| 2012 | 74,975 |
| 2013 | 73,726 |
| 2014 | 73,432 |
| 2015 | 73,243 |
| 2016 | 71,966 |
| 2017 | 71,293 |
| 2018 | 71,036 |
| 2019 | 71,577 |
| 2020 | 72,748 |
| 2021 | 73,144 |
| 2022 | 72,213 |
| 2023 | 71,235 |
| 2024 | 71,006 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 67.7% |
| Black or African American | 19.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Age & Sex
28.6
Median Age
47.5%
Female
52.5%
Male
12.5%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 24.3% · Seniors (65+): 12.5%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $54,190$-8,227 vs state |
| Mean household income | $66,827 |
| Per-capita income | $26,445 |
| Poverty rate | 13.0%+1.2% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 3.7% |
| Employment-to-population | 43.9% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Christian County is professional & business services, accounting for 19.6% of workers.
How residents commute
0.1%
Drive alone
7.6%
Carpool
76.2%
Public transit
4.0%
Work from home
19.2 min
Avg commute
Housing
$149,200$-43,100 vs state
Median home value
$999
Median rent
52.2%
Homeownership rate
29,307
Total housing units
87.6%
Occupied
12.4%
Vacant
47.8%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
90.4%
With health insurance
92.2%
With broadband internet
44.5%
Foreign-born
11.4%
Veterans (18+)
18.2%
With a disability
89.9%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
86.9%
High School+
20.0%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Christian County, Kentucky has a population of 72,599 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 11th-largest county in Kentucky. Population density is 101 people per square mile.
The population of Christian County has declined 4.2% since 2010 (74,145 → 71,006), a -0.31% annualized rate.
The median household income in Christian County, Kentucky is $54,190, with mean (average) household income of $66,827 and per-capita income of $26,445. 13.0% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Christian County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (67.7%), Black or African American (19.3%), Hispanic or Latino (1.3%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Christian County, Kentucky is 28.6 years. Residents are 47.5% female and 52.5% male.
The median home value in Christian County is $149,200 and median monthly rent is $999. 52.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 29,307 total housing units, 12.4% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Christian County, Kentucky is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 19.6% of workers. The unemployment rate is 3.7%.
Louisville/Jefferson County is among the largest cities associated with Christian County, Kentucky, with a population of 627,210.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.