Centertown, Kentucky Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Centertown, Kentucky had a total population of 371, the 394th largest city in Kentucky, with a median household income of $46,563, which is 27% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 8.4% 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 2.0x.
Centertown Quick Facts
How Centertown 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 | 347 | 371 | +6.9% |
| Median household income | $46,875 | $46,563 | -0.7% |
| Median home value | $91,800 | $94,100 | +2.5% |
How Centertown 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+)
Centertown Rankings in Kentucky
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Other Cities in Ohio County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beaver Dam | 3,524 | $53,944 | 11.2% | $167,900 |
| Hartford | 2,649 | $61,445 | 12.9% | $106,900 |
| Fordsville | 453 | $45,000 | 24.9% | N/A |
| McHenry | 385 | $40,000 | 21.6% | $96,100 |
| Rockport | 233 | $64,000 | 16.7% | $95,000 |
| Rosine | 76 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Centertown
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wallins Creek | 383 | N/A | $177,500 | 0.0% | 2.6% |
| Kenvir | 358 | N/A | $74,400 | 3.5% | 44.7% |
| Gamaliel | 352 | $49,375 | $87,700 | 12.1% | 19.0% |
| Bedford | 386 | $41,875 | $95,800 | 2.8% | 26.4% |
| Loyall | 388 | $52,734 | $75,900 | 15.8% | 24.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 371, Centertown'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
Centertown is a small community located in Kentucky, within Ohio County. The total population is 371. It ranks as the 394th most populous out of 552 Census-designated places in Kentucky.
Age Demographics
The median age in Centertown is 33.9 years. This is 13% lower than the state median of 39.1 years. With 31.0% of the population under 18, Centertown has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Centertown is $46,563. This is 27% lower than the state median of $63,726. It is also 42% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 18.6%. This is 16% higher than the state poverty rate of 16.1%. The unemployment rate is 5.5%. This is 12% higher than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $94,100. Housing costs are 54% lower than the state median of $205,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x, Centertown is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 80.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% higher than the state average of 68.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Centertown has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 87.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.4%. The Black or African American population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 7.5%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.4%) is well below the state average of 5.0%.
Education
8.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 69% 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 82.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Centertown, 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 Centertown, Kentucky?
Centertown, Kentucky has a population of 371 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Centertown, KY?
The median household income in Centertown is $46,563, which is 42% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Centertown, KY?
The poverty rate in Centertown is 18.6%. This means approximately 68 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Centertown, Kentucky?
Centertown's population is 87.3% White, 0.3% Black, 2.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Centertown, KY?
The median home value in Centertown is $94,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.0x.
How educated is Centertown, Kentucky?
8.4% of adults (25+) in Centertown hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.