Bloomfield, Kentucky Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Bloomfield, Kentucky had a total population of 1,124, the 229th largest city in Kentucky, with a median household income of $55,063, which is 14% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Bloomfield Quick Facts
How Bloomfield Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,053 | 1,124 | +6.7% |
| Median household income | $52,679 | $55,063 | +4.5% |
| Median home value | $180,000 | $182,100 | +1.2% |
How Bloomfield Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 33 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Bloomfield Rankings in Kentucky
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Other Cities in Nelson County
Cities Similar to Bloomfield
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pleasureville | 1,123 | $49,932 | $153,400 | 3.7% | 10.9% |
| Muldraugh | 1,127 | $60,508 | $76,700 | 6.7% | 22.5% |
| Annville | 1,063 | $56,250 | $86,600 | 10.4% | 7.3% |
| Pine Knot | 1,051 | N/A | N/A | 1.9% | 52.9% |
| Wurtland | 1,154 | $60,972 | $95,000 | 16.3% | 24.5% |
Population Overview
Bloomfield is a small community located in Kentucky, within Nelson County. The total population is 1,124. It ranks as the 229th most populous out of 552 Census-designated places in Kentucky.
Age Demographics
The median age in Bloomfield is 50.3 years. This is 29% higher than the state median of 39.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Bloomfield is $55,063. This is 14% lower than the state median of $63,726. It is also 32% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.9%. This is 32% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.1%. The unemployment rate is 3.8%. This is 22% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $182,100. Housing costs are 11% lower than the state median of $205,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x. 78.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 15% higher than the state average of 68.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Bloomfield has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.4% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 4.5%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.2%) is well below the state average of 5.0%.
Education
24.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 12% lower than the state rate of 27.6%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 91.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Bloomfield, Kentucky is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Kentucky state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 552 Census-designated places in Kentucky. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Bloomfield, Kentucky?
Bloomfield, Kentucky has a population of 1,124 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Bloomfield, KY?
The median household income in Bloomfield is $55,063, which is 32% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Bloomfield, KY?
The poverty rate in Bloomfield is 10.9%. This means approximately 123 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Bloomfield, Kentucky?
Bloomfield's population is 94.4% White, 4.5% Black, 1.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Bloomfield, KY?
The median home value in Bloomfield is $182,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x.
How educated is Bloomfield, Kentucky?
24.3% of adults (25+) in Bloomfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.