Scott County, Kentucky Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 16th-largest in Kentucky
The population of Scott County, Kentucky is 58,269 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 16th-largest county in Kentucky. The median household income is $83,660, the median home value is $264,200, and the median age is 36.4.
The population of Scott County has grown 30.5% since 2010 (47,271 → 61,700), a +1.92% annualized rate.
58,269
Population
+1.92%
Annual growth
206
People / sq mi
$83,660
Median Income
$264,200
Median Home Value
Scott County covers 282 sq mi of land at 206.5 people per square mile.
About Scott County, KY
Among US counties, Scott County stands out first on household income: a median of $83,660, above the US median of $78,538. With 58,269 residents, Scott County is a county in Kentucky. It ranks #16 among counties in Kentucky by population.
The typical household earns $83,660 a year, above the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 8.3%, below the national 12.4%. Home values run above average at $264,200, with typical rent around $1,181.
Educational attainment is on the higher side for US counties — 33.2% of adults hold a four-year degree, below the national 35.0%. About 9.4% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 22 minutes each way.
Taken together, the income and housing figures place Scott County firmly in the higher-cost, higher-earning tier of US counties — a profile that tends to track dense job markets and competitive housing.
Scott County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Scott County had a population of 47,271 in 2010 and 61,700 in 2024, a 30.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 61,700 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.92%.
61,700
Population (2024)
47,271
Population (2010)
61,700
Peak (2024)
1.92%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 47,271 |
| 2011 | 47,914 |
| 2012 | 48,976 |
| 2013 | 50,007 |
| 2014 | 51,236 |
| 2015 | 52,177 |
| 2016 | 53,454 |
| 2017 | 54,820 |
| 2018 | 55,983 |
| 2019 | 57,079 |
| 2020 | 57,535 |
| 2021 | 58,431 |
| 2022 | 59,413 |
| 2023 | 60,600 |
| 2024 | 61,700 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 85.8% |
| Black or African American | 4.8% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.2% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
36.4
Median Age
50.6%
Female
49.4%
Male
13.0%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 20.5% · Seniors (65+): 13.0%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $83,660+$21,243 vs state |
| Mean household income | $103,080 |
| Per-capita income | $40,096 |
| Poverty rate | 8.3%-3.5% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.7% |
| Employment-to-population | 64.9% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Scott County is manufacturing, accounting for 25.7% of workers.
How residents commute
0.1%
Drive alone
1.2%
Carpool
79.1%
Public transit
9.4%
Work from home
21.7 min
Avg commute
Housing
$264,200+$71,900 vs state
Median home value
$1,181
Median rent
72.1%
Homeownership rate
23,335
Total housing units
94.8%
Occupied
5.2%
Vacant
27.9%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
95.1%
With health insurance
96.0%
With broadband internet
26.3%
Foreign-born
6.9%
Veterans (18+)
14.8%
With a disability
95.1%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
94.3%
High School+
33.2%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Scott County, Kentucky has a population of 58,269 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 16th-largest county in Kentucky. Population density is 206 people per square mile.
The population of Scott County has grown 30.5% since 2010 (47,271 → 61,700), a +1.92% annualized rate.
The median household income in Scott County, Kentucky is $83,660, with mean (average) household income of $103,080 and per-capita income of $40,096. 8.3% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Scott County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (85.8%), Black or African American (4.8%), Hispanic or Latino (1.2%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Scott County, Kentucky is 36.4 years. Residents are 50.6% female and 49.4% male.
The median home value in Scott County is $264,200 and median monthly rent is $1,181. 72.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 23,335 total housing units, 5.2% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Scott County, Kentucky is manufacturing, employing 25.7% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.7%.
Louisville/Jefferson County is among the largest cities associated with Scott 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.