Elizabethtown city, Kentucky Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Elizabethtown city, Kentucky Demographics
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As of 2026, Elizabethtown city, Kentucky has a total population of 31,870, the 9th largest city in Kentucky, with a median household income of $56,250, which is 10% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.7%.

Elizabethtown city Quick Facts

Population 31,870

Median Household Income $56,250

Median Home Value $223,200

Poverty Rate 15.7%

Unemployment Rate 5.5%

Median Age 37.7 years

Homeownership Rate 49.6%

Affordability Ratio 4.0x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 28.3%

High School Graduation Rate 93.3%

Diversity Index 43/100

Population 31,870 9th of 552

Median Income $56,250 average

Poverty Rate 15.7% 26% higher national

Median Home Value $223,200 top 30%

How Elizabethtown city Compares

Median Household Income

Elizabethtown city

$56,250

$62,417

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Elizabethtown city

$223,200

$192,300

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 21.5%

$25K-$50K 22.1%

$50K-$100K 31.9%

$100K+ 24.6%

Employment

5.5% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8% | National: 5.2%

61.9% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 49.6%

Renter 50.4%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.0x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

23.3%

18-34

22.2%

35-54

26.3%

55-74

20.2%

75+

8.0%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 31 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Elizabethtown city Rankings in Kentucky

#9 Population of 552

#246 Median Income of 552

#164 Education of 552

#124 Home Value of 552

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Cities Similar to Elizabethtown city

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Nicholasville city	31,625	$67,514	$210,700	27.0%	12.4%
Hopkinsville city	31,011	$47,428	$140,200	22.1%	20.1%
Florence city	32,334	$68,508	$196,200	26.3%	9.7%
Frankfort city	28,452	$54,438	$171,600	27.9%	18.7%
Richmond city	35,498	$48,223	$205,900	34.4%	21.6%

Population Overview

Elizabethtown city is a mid-sized community located in Kentucky. The total population is 31,870. It ranks as the 9th most populous out of 552 cities and towns in Kentucky.

Age Demographics

The median age in Elizabethtown city is 37.7 years. This is 4% lower than the state median of 39.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Elizabethtown city is $56,250. This is 10% lower than the state median of $62,417. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 28% lower. The poverty rate stands at 15.7%. This is 3% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.1%. The unemployment rate is 5.5%. This is 15% higher than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $223,200. Housing costs are 16% higher than the state median of $192,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.0x. 49.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 27% lower than the state average of 68.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Elizabethtown city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 73.8% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 12.0%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (12.0% vs 7.8%). The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (2.5% vs 1.5%).

Education

28.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 5% higher 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 93.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Elizabethtown city, Kentucky is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. 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. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Elizabethtown city, Kentucky?

Elizabethtown city, Kentucky has a population of 31,870 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Elizabethtown city, KY?

The median household income in Elizabethtown city is $56,250, which is 28% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Elizabethtown city, KY?

The poverty rate in Elizabethtown city is 15.7%. This means approximately 4,858 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Elizabethtown city, Kentucky?

Elizabethtown city's population is 73.8% White, 12.0% Black, 5.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.5% Asian.

What is the median home value in Elizabethtown city, KY?

The median home value in Elizabethtown city is $223,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.0x.

How educated is Elizabethtown city, Kentucky?

28.3% of adults (25+) in Elizabethtown city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.