Gallatin County, Kentucky Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 106th-largest in Kentucky
The population of Gallatin County, Kentucky is 8,749 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 106th-largest county in Kentucky. The median household income is $62,247, the median home value is $169,400, and the median age is 39.7.
The population of Gallatin County has grown 2.3% since 2010 (8,607 → 8,805), a +0.16% annualized rate.
8,749
Population
+0.16%
Annual growth
89
People / sq mi
$62,247
Median Income
$169,400
Median Home Value
Gallatin County covers 98 sq mi of land at 89.0 people per square mile.
About Gallatin County, KY
Gallatin County is defined demographically by education — 13.2% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average. Gallatin County is a county in Kentucky with a population of 8,749.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $62,247 — below the US median of $78,538. Poverty sits at 12.3%, close to the national 12.4%. Median home value is $169,400, with typical rent around $858.
Four-year-degree attainment is near the bottom of the range for US counties, 13.2%, below the national 35.0%. Most workers commute: only 4.3% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 28 minutes each way.
Gallatin County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Gallatin County had a population of 8,607 in 2010 and 8,805 in 2024, a 2.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 8,842 in 2019. Average annual growth rate: 0.17%.
8,805
Population (2024)
8,607
Population (2010)
8,842
Peak (2019)
0.17%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 8,607 |
| 2011 | 8,617 |
| 2012 | 8,551 |
| 2013 | 8,577 |
| 2014 | 8,632 |
| 2015 | 8,610 |
| 2016 | 8,725 |
| 2017 | 8,716 |
| 2018 | 8,739 |
| 2019 | 8,842 |
| 2020 | 8,675 |
| 2021 | 8,756 |
| 2022 | 8,786 |
| 2023 | 8,823 |
| 2024 | 8,805 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 89.1% |
| Black or African American | 2.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
39.7
Median Age
48.7%
Female
51.3%
Male
15.5%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 18.6% · Seniors (65+): 15.5%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $62,247$-170 vs state |
| Mean household income | $77,983 |
| Per-capita income | $30,216 |
| Poverty rate | 12.3%+0.5% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.1% |
| Employment-to-population | 57.6% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Gallatin County is manufacturing, accounting for 21.8% of workers.
How residents commute
0.0%
Drive alone
1.3%
Carpool
80.5%
Public transit
4.3%
Work from home
28.4 min
Avg commute
Housing
$169,400$-22,900 vs state
Median home value
$858
Median rent
73.4%
Homeownership rate
3,763
Total housing units
86.4%
Occupied
13.6%
Vacant
26.6%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
90.1%
With health insurance
93.5%
With broadband internet
27.8%
Foreign-born
6.5%
Veterans (18+)
17.1%
With a disability
96.3%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
84.4%
High School+
13.2%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Gallatin County, Kentucky has a population of 8,749 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 106th-largest county in Kentucky. Population density is 89 people per square mile.
The population of Gallatin County has grown 2.3% since 2010 (8,607 → 8,805), a +0.16% annualized rate.
The median household income in Gallatin County, Kentucky is $62,247, with mean (average) household income of $77,983 and per-capita income of $30,216. 12.3% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Gallatin County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (89.1%), Black or African American (2.7%), Hispanic or Latino (1.0%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Gallatin County, Kentucky is 39.7 years. Residents are 48.7% female and 51.3% male.
The median home value in Gallatin County is $169,400 and median monthly rent is $858. 73.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 3,763 total housing units, 13.6% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Gallatin County, Kentucky is manufacturing, employing 21.8% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.1%.
Louisville/Jefferson County is among the largest cities associated with Gallatin County, Kentucky, with a population of 627,210.
Gallatin County, KY Climate
Gallatin County, KY has an average annual temperature of 12.3°C (54°F) and receives about 1115 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
12.3°C
Avg Temp
1115
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -1° / 30° | 74 mm |
| February | 1° / 34° | 72 mm |
| March | 7° / 44° | 104 mm |
| April | 12° / 54° | 106 mm |
| May | 17° / 63° | 118 mm |
| June | 22° / 71° | 109 mm |
| July | 24° / 75° | 100 mm |
| August | 23° / 74° | 98 mm |
| September | 20° / 67° | 78 mm |
| October | 13° / 56° | 77 mm |
| November | 7° / 45° | 89 mm |
| December | 2° / 36° | 90 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 Gallatin County, KY
The most comfortable months to visit Gallatin 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 -6°C low). May is usually the wettest month.
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