Brodhead city, Kentucky Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Brodhead city, Kentucky Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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High PovertyPoverty rate of 37.5% is well above the state average

As of 2026, Brodhead city, Kentucky has a total population of 1,339, the 212th largest city in Kentucky, with a median household income of $28,523, which is 54% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 37.5%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 54% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (37.5%), well above the national average of 12.4%.

Brodhead city Quick Facts

Population 1,339

Median Household Income $28,523

Median Home Value $112,500

Poverty Rate 37.5%

Unemployment Rate 7.5%

Median Age 33.9 years

Homeownership Rate 44.2%

Affordability Ratio 3.9x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 17.2%

High School Graduation Rate 78.8%

Diversity Index 4/100

Population 1,339 212th of 552

Median Income $28,523 bottom 10%

Poverty Rate 37.5% 202% higher national

Median Home Value $112,500 below average

How Brodhead city Compares

Median Household Income

Brodhead city

$28,523

$62,417

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Brodhead city

$112,500

$192,300

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 46.3%

$25K-$50K 24.8%

$50K-$100K 21.5%

$100K+ 7.5%

Employment

7.5% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8% | National: 5.2%

51.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 44.2%

Renter 55.8%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.9x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

27.9%

18-34

22.7%

35-54

26.0%

55-74

15.1%

75+

8.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 31 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Brodhead city Rankings in Kentucky

#212 Population of 552

#473 Median Income of 552

#279 Education of 552

#333 Home Value of 552

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Cities Similar to Brodhead city

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Pine Knot CDP	1,358	N/A	$111,300	14.4%	48.3%
Clay City city	1,352	$32,571	$108,600	4.6%	38.9%
Burkesville city	1,407	$32,361	$114,600	8.4%	32.9%
Vanceburg city	1,443	$26,369	$78,100	8.3%	41.7%
Guthrie city	1,377	$34,803	$122,200	8.4%	35.6%

Population Overview

Brodhead city is a small community located in Kentucky. The total population is 1,339. It ranks as the 212th most populous out of 552 cities and towns in Kentucky.

Age Demographics

The median age in Brodhead city is 33.9 years. This is 13% lower than the state median of 39.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Brodhead city is $28,523. This is 54% lower than the state median of $62,417. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 64% lower. The poverty rate stands at 37.5%. This is 132% 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 7.5%. This is 55% higher than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $112,500. Housing costs are 41% lower than the state median of $192,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x. 44.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 35% lower than the state average of 68.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Brodhead city has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 0.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 4.7%.

Education

17.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 36% 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 78.8%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Brodhead city, Kentucky is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. 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. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Brodhead city, Kentucky?

Brodhead city, Kentucky has a population of 1,339 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Brodhead city, KY?

The median household income in Brodhead city is $28,523, which is 64% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Brodhead city, KY?

The poverty rate in Brodhead city is 37.5%. This means approximately 464 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Brodhead city, Kentucky?

Brodhead city's population is 97.8% White, 0.0% Black, 0.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Brodhead city, KY?

The median home value in Brodhead city is $112,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x.

How educated is Brodhead city, Kentucky?

17.2% of adults (25+) in Brodhead city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.