Elliott County, Kentucky Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 112th-largest in Kentucky
The population of Elliott County, Kentucky is 7,336 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 112th-largest county in Kentucky. The median household income is $40,074, the median home value is $97,400, and the median age is 44.4.
The population of Elliott County has declined 7.4% since 2010 (7,845 → 7,263), a -0.55% annualized rate.
7,336
Population
-0.55%
Annual growth
31
People / sq mi
$40,074
Median Income
$97,400
Median Home Value
Elliott County covers 234 sq mi of land at 31.3 people per square mile.
About Elliott County, KY
Elliott County is a county in Kentucky with a population of 7,336. It ranks #112 among counties in Kentucky by population. The median age is 44.4, older than the national median. The population is 57.5% male and 42.5% female.
The median household income in Elliott County is $40,074, below the US median of $74,580. 19.2% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $97,400, with monthly rent averaging $427. The homeownership rate of 83.3% is higher than the national rate of 64.8%.
Educational attainment in Elliott County reflects 6.2% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 8.3% of workers primarily work from home, below the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 37.2 minutes each way.
Elliott County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Elliott County had a population of 7,845 in 2010 and 7,263 in 2024, a -7.4% growth over 14 years. The peak was 7,845 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.55%.
7,263
Population (2024)
7,845
Population (2010)
7,845
Peak (2010)
-0.55%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 7,845 |
| 2011 | 7,782 |
| 2012 | 7,633 |
| 2013 | 7,550 |
| 2014 | 7,531 |
| 2015 | 7,546 |
| 2016 | 7,487 |
| 2017 | 7,490 |
| 2018 | 7,469 |
| 2019 | 7,485 |
| 2020 | 7,335 |
| 2021 | 7,364 |
| 2022 | 7,301 |
| 2023 | 7,271 |
| 2024 | 7,263 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 93.7% |
| Black or African American | 3.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
44.4
Median Age
42.5%
Female
57.5%
Male
21.5%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 13.7% · Seniors (65+): 21.5%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $40,074$-22,343 vs state |
| Mean household income | $54,636 |
| Per-capita income | $18,287 |
| Poverty rate | 19.2%+7.4% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.2% |
| Employment-to-population | 30.7% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Elliott County is professional & business services, accounting for 20.5% of workers.
How residents commute
0.6%
Drive alone
0.0%
Carpool
78.8%
Public transit
8.3%
Work from home
37.2 min
Avg commute
Housing
$97,400$-94,900 vs state
Median home value
$427
Median rent
83.3%
Homeownership rate
3,065
Total housing units
74.7%
Occupied
25.3%
Vacant
16.7%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
92.4%
With health insurance
88.1%
With broadband internet
21.7%
Foreign-born
6.9%
Veterans (18+)
26.6%
With a disability
98.6%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
74.9%
High School+
6.2%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Elliott County, Kentucky has a population of 7,336 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 112th-largest county in Kentucky. Population density is 31 people per square mile.
The population of Elliott County has declined 7.4% since 2010 (7,845 → 7,263), a -0.55% annualized rate.
The median household income in Elliott County, Kentucky is $40,074, with mean (average) household income of $54,636 and per-capita income of $18,287. 19.2% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Elliott County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (93.7%), Black or African American (3.0%), Hispanic or Latino (2.0%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Elliott County, Kentucky is 44.4 years. Residents are 42.5% female and 57.5% male.
The median home value in Elliott County is $97,400 and median monthly rent is $427. 83.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 3,065 total housing units, 25.3% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Elliott County, Kentucky is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 20.5% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.2%.
Louisville/Jefferson County is among the largest cities associated with Elliott 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.