Breckinridge County, Kentucky Demographics 2026
Breckinridge County, Kentucky has a population of 20,881, the 54th most populous county in Kentucky. The median household income is $55,843 and the median home value is $156,700. The poverty rate is 21.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Breckinridge County Quick Facts
How Breckinridge County 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 | 20,722 | 20,881 | +0.8% |
| Median household income | $53,673 | $55,843 | +4.0% |
| Median home value | $141,400 | $156,700 | +10.8% |
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+)
Cities & Places in Breckinridge County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hardinsburg | 2,327 | $55,795 | 18.2% | $150,800 |
| Irvington | 1,327 | $47,500 | 27.1% | $116,700 |
| Cloverport | 1,133 | $36,991 | 32.1% | $84,800 |
Explore Kentucky Rankings
Population Overview
Breckinridge County is located in Kentucky with a total population of 20,881. It is the 54th most populous county out of 120 in Kentucky. The county encompasses 3 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Breckinridge County is 42.5 years. This is 9% higher than the state median of 39.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Breckinridge County is $55,843. This is 12% lower than the state median of $63,726. It is also 31% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 21.4%. This is 33% 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 4.5%. This is 8% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $156,700. Housing costs are 24% lower than the state median of $205,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Breckinridge County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 81.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 19% higher than the state average of 68.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Breckinridge County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.8% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 1.9%. The Black or African American population (1.9%) is well below the state average of 7.5%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.7%) is well below the state average of 5.0%.
Education
14.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 49% 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 85.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Breckinridge County come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates, with comparisons drawn against Kentucky and national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Breckinridge County, Kentucky?
Breckinridge County has a population of 20,881, making it the 54th most populous county in Kentucky.
What is the median income in Breckinridge County?
The median household income in Breckinridge County is $55,843 with a poverty rate of 21.4%.
How many cities are in Breckinridge County, Kentucky?
Breckinridge County contains 3 Census-designated places.