Jessamine County, Kentucky Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 18th-largest in Kentucky
The population of Jessamine County, Kentucky is 53,792 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 18th-largest county in Kentucky. The median household income is $74,886, the median home value is $245,100, and the median age is 38.7.
The population of Jessamine County has grown 16.0% since 2010 (48,682 → 56,495), a +1.07% annualized rate.
53,792
Population
+1.07%
Annual growth
313
People / sq mi
$74,886
Median Income
$245,100
Median Home Value
Jessamine County covers 172 sq mi of land at 312.5 people per square mile.
About Jessamine County, KY
Jessamine County is a county in Kentucky with a population of 53,792. It ranks #18 among counties in Kentucky by population. The median age is 38.7, in line with the national median. The population is 48.8% male and 51.2% female.
The median household income in Jessamine County is $74,886, near the US median of $74,580. 8.4% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $245,100, with monthly rent averaging $994. The homeownership rate of 69.3% is higher than the national rate of 64.8%.
Educational attainment in Jessamine County reflects 32.4% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 10.3% of workers primarily work from home, below the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 24.2 minutes each way.
Jessamine County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Jessamine County had a population of 48,682 in 2010 and 56,495 in 2024, a 16.0% growth over 14 years. The peak was 56,495 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.07%.
56,495
Population (2024)
48,682
Population (2010)
56,495
Peak (2024)
1.07%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 48,682 |
| 2011 | 48,892 |
| 2012 | 49,469 |
| 2013 | 50,124 |
| 2014 | 50,877 |
| 2015 | 51,822 |
| 2016 | 52,259 |
| 2017 | 53,274 |
| 2018 | 53,777 |
| 2019 | 54,012 |
| 2020 | 53,019 |
| 2021 | 53,583 |
| 2022 | 54,333 |
| 2023 | 55,511 |
| 2024 | 56,495 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 88.2% |
| Black or African American | 4.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.9% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
38.7
Median Age
51.2%
Female
48.8%
Male
15.9%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 19.8% · Seniors (65+): 15.9%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $74,886+$12,469 vs state |
| Mean household income | $112,610 |
| Per-capita income | $40,444 |
| Poverty rate | 8.4%-3.4% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.0% |
| Employment-to-population | 60.8% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Jessamine County is professional & business services, accounting for 28.7% of workers.
How residents commute
0.3%
Drive alone
1.9%
Carpool
76.9%
Public transit
10.3%
Work from home
24.2 min
Avg commute
Housing
$245,100+$52,800 vs state
Median home value
$994
Median rent
69.3%
Homeownership rate
20,936
Total housing units
93.8%
Occupied
6.2%
Vacant
30.7%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
93.5%
With health insurance
94.8%
With broadband internet
25.3%
Foreign-born
6.6%
Veterans (18+)
14.4%
With a disability
92.6%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
90.5%
High School+
32.4%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Jessamine County, Kentucky has a population of 53,792 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 18th-largest county in Kentucky. Population density is 313 people per square mile.
The population of Jessamine County has grown 16.0% since 2010 (48,682 → 56,495), a +1.07% annualized rate.
The median household income in Jessamine County, Kentucky is $74,886, with mean (average) household income of $112,610 and per-capita income of $40,444. 8.4% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Jessamine County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (88.2%), Black or African American (4.0%), Hispanic or Latino (0.9%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Jessamine County, Kentucky is 38.7 years. Residents are 51.2% female and 48.8% male.
The median home value in Jessamine County is $245,100 and median monthly rent is $994. 69.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 20,936 total housing units, 6.2% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Jessamine County, Kentucky is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 28.7% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.0%.
Louisville/Jefferson County is among the largest cities associated with Jessamine 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.