Bremen, Kentucky Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Bremen, Kentucky had a total population of 285, the 431st largest city in Kentucky, with a median household income of $68,125, which is 7% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 9.3% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x.
Bremen Quick Facts
How Bremen 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 | 299 | 285 | -4.7% |
| Median household income | $46,324 | $68,125 | +47.1% |
| Median home value | $128,900 | $129,700 | +0.6% |
How Bremen 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+)
Bremen Rankings in Kentucky
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Other Cities in Muhlenberg County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central City | 5,707 | $50,885 | 25.6% | $143,600 |
| Greenville | 4,410 | $46,054 | 21.3% | $116,400 |
| Powderly | 931 | $50,662 | 20.4% | $99,300 |
| Beechmont | 771 | $52,240 | 25.4% | $162,900 |
| Drakesboro | 320 | $34,375 | 46.6% | $75,500 |
| Dunmor | 209 | $41,806 | 28.2% | $151,100 |
| South Carrollton | 157 | $41,307 | 19.8% | $125,000 |
| Cleaton | 38 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Bremen
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Big Clifty | 285 | N/A | $117,800 | 16.9% | 20.0% |
| Oakland | 280 | $67,188 | $164,800 | 28.8% | 12.6% |
| Phelps | 301 | N/A | $102,700 | 7.2% | 36.5% |
| Moseleyville | 269 | N/A | $165,000 | 8.1% | 26.0% |
| Warfield | 297 | $61,324 | $118,400 | 3.4% | 8.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 285, Bremen's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Bremen is a small community located in Kentucky, within Muhlenberg County. The total population is 285. It ranks as the 431st most populous out of 552 Census-designated places in Kentucky.
Age Demographics
The median age in Bremen is 53.4 years. This is 37% higher than the state median of 39.1 years. Only 12.3% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Bremen is $68,125. This is 7% higher than the state median of $63,726. It is also 16% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.1%. This is about the same as the state poverty rate of 16.1%. The unemployment rate is 3.4%. This is 30% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $129,700. Housing costs are 37% lower than the state median of $205,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x, Bremen is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 79.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 16% higher than the state average of 68.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Bremen has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.9% of all residents.
Education
9.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 66% 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 90.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Bremen, 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 Bremen, Kentucky?
Bremen, Kentucky has a population of 285 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Bremen, KY?
The median household income in Bremen is $68,125, which is 16% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Bremen, KY?
The poverty rate in Bremen is 16.1%. This means approximately 46 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Bremen, Kentucky?
Bremen's population is 97.9% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Bremen, KY?
The median home value in Bremen is $129,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.9x.
How educated is Bremen, Kentucky?
9.3% of adults (25+) in Bremen hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.