Crofton, Kentucky Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Crofton, Kentucky had a total population of 655, the 300th largest city in Kentucky, with a median household income of $45,855, which is 28% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 29.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (29.2%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x.
Crofton Quick Facts
How Crofton 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 | 690 | 655 | -5.1% |
| Median household income | $43,889 | $45,855 | +4.5% |
| Median home value | $81,300 | $85,200 | +4.8% |
How Crofton 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+)
Crofton Rankings in Kentucky
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Other Cities in Christian County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hopkinsville | 30,906 | $49,139 | 19.3% | $172,100 |
| Fort Campbell North | 11,356 | $58,933 | 11.7% | N/A |
| Oak Grove | 7,962 | $49,354 | 23.1% | $148,700 |
| Pembroke | 732 | $70,804 | 14.2% | $191,200 |
| LaFayette | 227 | $47,250 | 14.1% | $99,000 |
| Fairview | 226 | $58,309 | 13.7% | N/A |
| Gracey | 107 | $80,000 | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Crofton
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mortons Gap | 650 | N/A | $96,800 | 5.8% | 24.6% |
| Ravenna | 642 | $47,250 | $94,700 | 9.7% | 26.3% |
| Sonora | 653 | $51,250 | $185,400 | 16.6% | 12.1% |
| North Middletown | 679 | $48,000 | $117,700 | 8.8% | 32.0% |
| Science Hill | 647 | $50,341 | $138,700 | 9.3% | 16.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 655, Crofton'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
Crofton is a small community located in Kentucky, within Christian County. The total population is 655. It ranks as the 300th most populous out of 552 Census-designated places in Kentucky.
Age Demographics
The median age in Crofton is 48.0 years. This is 23% higher than the state median of 39.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Crofton is $45,855. This is 28% lower than the state median of $63,726. It is also 43% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 29.2%. This is 82% 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 3.2%. This is 35% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $85,200. Housing costs are 59% lower than the state median of $205,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x, Crofton is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 62.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% lower than the state average of 68.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Crofton has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.7% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 7.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 5.0%.
Education
13.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 50% 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 86.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Crofton, 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 Crofton, Kentucky?
Crofton, Kentucky has a population of 655 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Crofton, KY?
The median household income in Crofton is $45,855, which is 43% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Crofton, KY?
The poverty rate in Crofton is 29.2%. This means approximately 191 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Crofton, Kentucky?
Crofton's population is 88.7% White, 7.2% Black, 0.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Crofton, KY?
The median home value in Crofton is $85,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.9x.
How educated is Crofton, Kentucky?
13.8% of adults (25+) in Crofton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.