Kentucky Population & Demographics
Kentucky has a population of 4,510,725, ranking #26 among US states. The median household income is $62,417 and the median age is 39.1.
US states by population — Kentucky is #26
4,510,725
Population
#26
By Population
$62,417
Median Income
39.1
Median Age
Age Distribution
Male: 49.5% · Female: 50.5%
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 83.7% |
| Black or African American | 7.9% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| American Indian & Alaska Native | 0.2% |
| Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander | 0.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.1% |
Economy & Income
$62,417
Median Household Income
$34,960
Per Capita Income
11.8%
Poverty Rate
2.9%
Unemployment Rate
$86,119
Mean Household Income
56.4%
Employment Rate
Education
88.5%
High School Graduate+
27.0%
Bachelor's Degree+
Housing
$192,300
Median Home Value
$933
Median Rent
2,010,655
Total Housing Units
68.3%
Owner-Occupied
31.7%
Renter-Occupied
10.9%
Vacant
Commute
0.7%
Drive Alone
2.0%
Carpool
9.1%
Work From Home
24.0 min
Avg Commute
Largest Cities in Kentucky
| # | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Louisville/Jefferson County metro government (balance) | 627,210 | $64,731 | $221,500 |
| 2 | Lexington-Fayette urban county | 321,122 | $67,631 | $272,100 |
| 3 | Bowling Green city | 73,638 | $48,419 | $232,100 |
| 4 | Owensboro city | 60,112 | $53,295 | $162,900 |
| 5 | Covington city | 40,902 | $58,814 | $167,900 |
| 6 | Georgetown city | 38,206 | $78,373 | $244,200 |
| 7 | Richmond city | 35,498 | $48,223 | $205,900 |
| 8 | Florence city | 32,334 | $68,508 | $196,200 |
| 9 | Elizabethtown city | 31,870 | $56,250 | $223,200 |
| 10 | Nicholasville city | 31,625 | $67,514 | $210,700 |
| 11 | Hopkinsville city | 31,011 | $47,428 | $140,200 |
| 12 | Independence city | 29,024 | $98,653 | $240,500 |
| 13 | Jeffersontown city | 28,988 | $78,185 | $236,800 |
| 14 | Frankfort city | 28,452 | $54,438 | $171,600 |
| 15 | Henderson city | 27,994 | $47,176 | $151,400 |
| 16 | Paducah city | 26,894 | $51,243 | $164,600 |
| 17 | Radcliff city | 22,967 | $60,976 | $163,300 |
| 18 | Ashland city | 21,405 | $52,199 | $125,300 |
| 19 | Erlanger city | 19,677 | $78,420 | $189,400 |
| 20 | Madisonville city | 19,442 | $56,902 | $152,300 |
Counties in Kentucky
| # | County | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jefferson County | 777,392 | $67,849 |
| 2 | Fayette County | 321,122 | $67,631 |
| 3 | Kenton County | 169,817 | $79,421 |
| 4 | Boone County | 137,676 | $94,752 |
| 5 | Warren County | 137,549 | $64,801 |
| 6 | Hardin County | 111,452 | $67,608 |
| 7 | Daviess County | 103,195 | $65,323 |
| 8 | Madison County | 94,064 | $62,407 |
| 9 | Campbell County | 93,193 | $77,271 |
| 10 | Bullitt County | 83,209 | $77,640 |
| 11 | Christian County | 72,599 | $54,190 |
| 12 | Oldham County | 68,600 | $121,491 |
| 13 | McCracken County | 67,584 | $62,385 |
| 14 | Pulaski County | 65,503 | $50,943 |
| 15 | Laurel County | 62,731 | $56,999 |
| 16 | Scott County | 58,269 | $83,660 |
| 17 | Pike County | 57,466 | $42,179 |
| 18 | Jessamine County | 53,792 | $74,886 |
| 19 | Franklin County | 51,563 | $66,470 |
| 20 | Shelby County | 48,599 | $82,671 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Kentucky has a population of 4,510,725 according to the Census ACS 2023 5-Year estimates, making it the #26 most populated state.
The median household income in Kentucky is $62,417, with a per capita income of $34,960. 11.8% of the population lives below the poverty level.
Kentucky is 83.7% White, 7.9% Black, 0.0% Asian, and 1.1% Hispanic/Latino.
Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates. The ACS surveys approximately 3.5 million households annually. Percentages may not total 100% due to rounding.