Campbellsville, Kentucky Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Campbellsville, Kentucky had a total population of 11,622, the 37th largest city in Kentucky, with a median household income of $49,644, which is 22% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 23.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Campbellsville Quick Facts
How Campbellsville 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 | 11,523 | 11,622 | +0.9% |
| Median household income | $49,389 | $49,644 | +0.5% |
| Median home value | $162,900 | $164,600 | +1.0% |
How Campbellsville 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+)
Campbellsville Rankings in Kentucky
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Cities Similar to Campbellsville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Campbell North | 11,356 | $58,933 | N/A | 16.9% | 11.7% |
| Lawrenceburg | 11,943 | $66,486 | $201,100 | 21.8% | 12.0% |
| Bardstown | 13,804 | $51,381 | $203,500 | 26.7% | 14.7% |
| Lyndon | 11,030 | $65,679 | $276,800 | 43.8% | 9.2% |
| Paris | 10,160 | $55,839 | $186,300 | 25.0% | 16.9% |
Population Overview
Campbellsville is a small city located in Kentucky, within Taylor County. The total population is 11,622. It ranks as the 37th most populous out of 552 Census-designated places in Kentucky.
Age Demographics
The median age in Campbellsville is 37.2 years. This is 5% lower than the state median of 39.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Campbellsville is $49,644. This is 22% lower than the state median of $63,726. It is also 39% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 23.4%. This is 45% 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 7.4%. This is 52% higher than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $164,600. Housing costs are 20% lower than the state median of $205,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x. 48.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 29% lower than the state average of 68.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Campbellsville is White (non-Hispanic), making up 81.1% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 9.7%.
Education
24.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 11% 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 84.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Campbellsville, 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 Campbellsville, Kentucky?
Campbellsville, Kentucky has a population of 11,622 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Campbellsville, KY?
The median household income in Campbellsville is $49,644, which is 39% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Campbellsville, KY?
The poverty rate in Campbellsville is 23.4%. This means approximately 2,444 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Campbellsville, Kentucky?
Campbellsville's population is 81.1% White, 9.7% Black, 2.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.9% Asian.
What is the median home value in Campbellsville, KY?
The median home value in Campbellsville is $164,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x.
How educated is Campbellsville, Kentucky?
24.6% of adults (25+) in Campbellsville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.