Dry Ridge, Kentucky Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Dry Ridge, Kentucky had a total population of 2,441, the 149th largest city in Kentucky, with a median household income of $55,995, which is 12% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 21.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Dry Ridge Quick Facts
How Dry Ridge 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 | 2,250 | 2,441 | +8.5% |
| Median household income | $53,641 | $55,995 | +4.4% |
| Median home value | $193,200 | $216,800 | +12.2% |
How Dry Ridge 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+)
Dry Ridge Rankings in Kentucky
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Other Cities in Grant County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Williamstown | 3,945 | $95,050 | 7.7% | $209,800 |
Cities Similar to Dry Ridge
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hardinsburg | 2,327 | $55,795 | $150,800 | 17.6% | 18.2% |
| Lebanon Junction | 2,327 | $54,778 | $156,000 | 11.1% | 19.7% |
| Raceland | 2,265 | $57,222 | $128,400 | 20.7% | 23.2% |
| Edmonton | 2,330 | $51,272 | $104,000 | 6.6% | 26.5% |
| Calvert City | 2,526 | $48,906 | $165,700 | 22.8% | 12.8% |
Population Overview
Dry Ridge is a small community located in Kentucky, within Grant County. The total population is 2,441. It ranks as the 149th most populous out of 552 Census-designated places in Kentucky.
Age Demographics
The median age in Dry Ridge is 30.8 years. This is 21% lower than the state median of 39.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Dry Ridge is $55,995. This is 12% lower than the state median of $63,726. It is also 31% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 21.9%. This is 36% 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 6.9%. This is 42% higher than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $216,800. Housing costs are 5% higher than the state median of $205,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x. 42.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 38% lower than the state average of 68.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Dry Ridge has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.7% of all residents. Asian residents account for 3.1%. The Black or African American population (2.3%) is well below the state average of 7.5%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (3.1% vs 1.6%).
Education
14.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 48% 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 77.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Dry Ridge, 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 Dry Ridge, Kentucky?
Dry Ridge, Kentucky has a population of 2,441 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Dry Ridge, KY?
The median household income in Dry Ridge is $55,995, which is 31% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Dry Ridge, KY?
The poverty rate in Dry Ridge is 21.9%. This means approximately 529 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Dry Ridge, Kentucky?
Dry Ridge's population is 88.7% White, 2.3% Black, 2.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 3.1% Asian.
What is the median home value in Dry Ridge, KY?
The median home value in Dry Ridge is $216,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x.
How educated is Dry Ridge, Kentucky?
14.5% of adults (25+) in Dry Ridge hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.