Breckinridge County, Kentucky Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Breckinridge County is located in Kentucky with a total population of 20,722. It is the 55th most populous county out of 120 in Kentucky.

Age Demographics

The median age in Breckinridge County is 42.2 years. This is 8% higher than the state median of 39.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Breckinridge County is $53,673. This is 14% lower than the state median of $62,417. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 32% lower. The poverty rate stands at 21.3%. This is 32% higher than the state poverty rate of 16.1%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 5.2%. This is 8% higher than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $141,400. Housing costs are 26% lower than the state median of $192,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Breckinridge County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 82.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 20% higher than the state average of 68.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Breckinridge County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.2% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 1.6%. The Black or African American population (1.6%) is well below the state average of 7.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.6%) is well below the state average of 4.7%.

Education

14.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 45% lower than the state rate of 27.0%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 86.4%.