Clark County, Kentucky Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Clark County is located in Kentucky with a total population of 37,004. It is the 27th most populous county out of 120 in Kentucky.

Age Demographics

The median age in Clark County is 40.8 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 39.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Clark County is $67,824. This is 9% higher than the state median of $62,417. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 14% lower. The poverty rate stands at 12.9%. This is 20% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.1%. The unemployment rate is 4.8%. The median home value is $197,900. Housing costs are 3% higher than the state median of $192,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.9x, Clark County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 71.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% higher than the state average of 68.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Clark County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.3% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 4.3%.

Education

22.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 18% 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 89.9%.