Todd County, Kentucky Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 89th-largest in Kentucky
The population of Todd County, Kentucky is 12,330 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 89th-largest county in Kentucky. The median household income is $57,759, the median home value is $157,400, and the median age is 36.3.
The population of Todd County has grown 2.7% since 2010 (12,426 → 12,757), a +0.19% annualized rate.
12,330
Population
+0.19%
Annual growth
33
People / sq mi
$57,759
Median Income
$157,400
Median Home Value
Todd County covers 375 sq mi of land at 32.9 people per square mile.
About Todd County, KY
Todd County is a county in Kentucky with a population of 12,330. It ranks #89 among counties in Kentucky by population. The median age is 36.3, younger than the national median. The population is 50.6% male and 49.4% female.
The median household income in Todd County is $57,759, below the US median of $74,580. 13.2% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $157,400, with monthly rent averaging $841. The homeownership rate of 74.1% is higher than the national rate of 64.8%.
Educational attainment in Todd County reflects 15.9% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 10.2% of workers primarily work from home, below the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 27.6 minutes each way.
Todd County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Todd County had a population of 12,426 in 2010 and 12,757 in 2024, a 2.7% growth over 14 years. The peak was 12,757 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.19%.
12,757
Population (2024)
12,426
Population (2010)
12,757
Peak (2024)
0.19%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 12,426 |
| 2011 | 12,423 |
| 2012 | 12,617 |
| 2013 | 12,476 |
| 2014 | 12,432 |
| 2015 | 12,449 |
| 2016 | 12,364 |
| 2017 | 12,203 |
| 2018 | 12,339 |
| 2019 | 12,318 |
| 2020 | 12,283 |
| 2021 | 12,296 |
| 2022 | 12,431 |
| 2023 | 12,576 |
| 2024 | 12,757 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 85.7% |
| Black or African American | 7.2% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
36.3
Median Age
49.4%
Female
50.6%
Male
16.9%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 21.9% · Seniors (65+): 16.9%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $57,759$-4,658 vs state |
| Mean household income | $79,635 |
| Per-capita income | $29,483 |
| Poverty rate | 13.2%+1.4% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 1.9% |
| Employment-to-population | 54.2% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Todd County is professional & business services, accounting for 22.7% of workers.
How residents commute
0.1%
Drive alone
1.4%
Carpool
74.4%
Public transit
10.2%
Work from home
27.6 min
Avg commute
Housing
$157,400$-34,900 vs state
Median home value
$841
Median rent
74.1%
Homeownership rate
5,160
Total housing units
85.9%
Occupied
14.1%
Vacant
25.9%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
81.8%
With health insurance
84.4%
With broadband internet
39.1%
Foreign-born
7.0%
Veterans (18+)
16.8%
With a disability
89.4%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
79.8%
High School+
15.9%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Todd County, Kentucky has a population of 12,330 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 89th-largest county in Kentucky. Population density is 33 people per square mile.
The population of Todd County has grown 2.7% since 2010 (12,426 → 12,757), a +0.19% annualized rate.
The median household income in Todd County, Kentucky is $57,759, with mean (average) household income of $79,635 and per-capita income of $29,483. 13.2% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Todd County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (85.7%), Black or African American (7.2%), Hispanic or Latino (0.8%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Todd County, Kentucky is 36.3 years. Residents are 49.4% female and 50.6% male.
The median home value in Todd County is $157,400 and median monthly rent is $841. 74.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 5,160 total housing units, 14.1% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Todd County, Kentucky is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 22.7% of workers. The unemployment rate is 1.9%.
Louisville/Jefferson County is among the largest cities associated with Todd 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.