Eminence city, Kentucky Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Eminence city, Kentucky Demographics
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As of 2026, Eminence city, Kentucky has a total population of 2,710, the 136th largest city in Kentucky, with a median household income of $44,655, which is 28% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 20.6%.

Eminence city Quick Facts

Population 2,710

Median Household Income $44,655

Median Home Value $171,300

Poverty Rate 20.6%

Unemployment Rate 6.1%

Median Age 39.7 years

Homeownership Rate 58.2%

Affordability Ratio 3.8x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 10.0%

High School Graduation Rate 82.8%

Diversity Index 37/100

Population 2,710 136th of 552

Median Income $44,655 below average

Poverty Rate 20.6% 65% higher national

Median Home Value $171,300 above average

How Eminence city Compares

Median Household Income

Eminence city

$44,655

$62,417

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Eminence city

$171,300

$192,300

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 28.0%

$25K-$50K 25.9%

$50K-$100K 20.1%

$100K+ 25.9%

Employment

6.1% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8% | National: 5.2%

60.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 58.2%

Renter 41.8%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.8x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

23.2%

18-34

20.6%

35-54

30.4%

55-74

20.3%

75+

5.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 31 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Eminence city Rankings in Kentucky

#136 Population of 552

#348 Median Income of 552

#403 Education of 552

#188 Home Value of 552

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Cities Similar to Eminence city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Louisa city	2,645	$41,250	$144,900	20.1%	18.8%
Cadiz city	2,649	$40,186	$120,800	17.3%	25.2%
Calvert City city	2,522	$42,566	$157,400	21.5%	16.4%
Morgantown city	2,729	$37,037	$111,400	6.5%	34.1%
Springfield city	2,871	$40,890	$154,800	17.5%	15.8%

Population Overview

Eminence city is a small community located in Kentucky. The total population is 2,710. It ranks as the 136th most populous out of 552 cities and towns in Kentucky.

Age Demographics

The median age in Eminence city is 39.7 years. This is 2% higher than the state median of 39.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Eminence city is $44,655. This is 28% lower than the state median of $62,417. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 43% lower. The poverty rate stands at 20.6%. This is 27% 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 6.1%. This is 25% higher than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $171,300. Housing costs are 11% lower than the state median of $192,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x. 58.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 15% lower than the state average of 68.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Eminence city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 77.8% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 9.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (9.8% vs 4.7%). The Asian population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 1.5%.

Education

10.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 63% 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 82.8%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Eminence 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 Eminence city, Kentucky?

Eminence city, Kentucky has a population of 2,710 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Eminence city is $44,655, which is 43% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Eminence city, KY?

The poverty rate in Eminence city is 20.6%. This means approximately 555 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Eminence city, Kentucky?

Eminence city's population is 77.8% White, 6.5% Black, 9.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.3% Asian.

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

The median home value in Eminence city is $171,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x.

How educated is Eminence city, Kentucky?

10.0% of adults (25+) in Eminence city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.