Brooks CDP, Kentucky Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Brooks CDP, Kentucky Demographics
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As of 2026, Brooks CDP, Kentucky has a total population of 2,246, the 157th largest city in Kentucky, with a median household income of $70,947, which is 14% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.6%.

Key Takeaways

Only 3.9% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.0%.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.8%.

Brooks CDP Quick Facts

Population 2,246

Median Household Income $70,947

Median Home Value $203,600

Poverty Rate 13.6%

Unemployment Rate 1.8%

Median Age 50.3 years

Homeownership Rate 86.2%

Affordability Ratio 2.9x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 3.9%

High School Graduation Rate 86.7%

Diversity Index 3/100

Population 2,246 157th of 552

Median Income $70,947 above average

Poverty Rate 13.6% 9% higher national

Median Home Value $203,600 top 30%

How Brooks CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Brooks CDP

$70,947

$62,417

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Brooks CDP

$203,600

$192,300

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 17.3%

$25K-$50K 18.9%

$50K-$100K 35.6%

$100K+ 28.2%

Employment

1.8% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8% | National: 5.2%

51.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 86.2%

Renter 13.8%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.9x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

15.6%

18-34

16.4%

35-54

28.6%

55-74

33.4%

75+

6.1%

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+)

Brooks CDP Rankings in Kentucky

#157 Population of 552

#158 Median Income of 552

#496 Education of 552

#145 Home Value of 552

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Cities Similar to Brooks CDP

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Hickman city	2,033	N/A	$68,700	13.9%	39.8%
Raceland city	2,173	$61,923	$117,800	22.4%	22.1%
Dry Ridge city	2,250	$53,641	$193,200	20.2%	24.8%
Hurstbourne Acres city	1,984	$68,229	$292,900	62.4%	4.1%
Sebree city	2,071	$62,222	$99,500	8.0%	14.2%

Population Overview

Brooks CDP is a small community located in Kentucky. The total population is 2,246. It ranks as the 157th most populous out of 552 cities and towns in Kentucky.

Age Demographics

The median age in Brooks CDP is 50.3 years. This is 29% higher than the state median of 39.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Brooks CDP is $70,947. This is 14% higher than the state median of $62,417. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 10% lower. The poverty rate stands at 13.6%. This is 16% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.1%. The unemployment rate is 1.8%. This is 63% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $203,600. Housing costs are 6% higher than the state median of $192,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.9x, Brooks CDP is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 86.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 26% higher than the state average of 68.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Brooks CDP has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 98.3% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 0.5%. The Black or African American population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 7.8%.

Education

3.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 86% 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 86.7%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Brooks CDP, 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 Brooks CDP, Kentucky?

Brooks CDP, Kentucky has a population of 2,246 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Brooks CDP, KY?

The median household income in Brooks CDP is $70,947, which is 10% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Brooks CDP, KY?

The poverty rate in Brooks CDP is 13.6%. This means approximately 306 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Brooks CDP, Kentucky?

Brooks CDP's population is 98.3% White, 0.5% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Brooks CDP, KY?

The median home value in Brooks CDP is $203,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.9x.

How educated is Brooks CDP, Kentucky?

3.9% of adults (25+) in Brooks CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.