Georgetown, Kentucky Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Georgetown, Kentucky had a total population of 39,117, the 6th largest city in Kentucky, with a median household income of $80,088, which is 26% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Georgetown Quick Facts
How Georgetown 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 | 38,206 | 39,117 | +2.4% |
| Median household income | $78,373 | $80,088 | +2.2% |
| Median home value | $244,200 | $265,400 | +8.7% |
How Georgetown 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+)
Georgetown Rankings in Kentucky
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Other Cities in Scott County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stamping Ground | 994 | $62,500 | 11.2% | $204,300 |
| Sadieville | 370 | $61,125 | 22.7% | $203,300 |
| Corinth | 226 | $51,667 | 31.1% | $150,000 |
Cities Similar to Georgetown
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Covington | 41,110 | $61,166 | $187,300 | 32.3% | 20.8% |
| Florence | 32,803 | $71,003 | $210,700 | 26.4% | 9.5% |
| Nicholasville | 32,197 | $68,503 | $226,800 | 26.9% | 13.1% |
| Richmond | 37,111 | $50,870 | $214,900 | 34.9% | 19.5% |
| Jeffersontown | 29,199 | $81,506 | $250,700 | 39.8% | 6.5% |
Population Overview
Georgetown is a mid-sized community located in Kentucky, within Scott County. The total population is 39,117. It ranks as the 6th most populous out of 552 Census-designated places in Kentucky.
Age Demographics
The median age in Georgetown is 32.7 years. This is 16% lower than the state median of 39.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Georgetown is $80,088. This is 26% higher than the state median of $63,726. It is also about the same as the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.1%. This is 25% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.1%. The unemployment rate is 4.2%. This is 13% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $265,400. Housing costs are 29% higher than the state median of $205,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x. 62.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% lower than the state average of 68.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Georgetown is White (non-Hispanic), making up 81.4% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 7.0%.
Education
34.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 24% higher 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 93.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Georgetown, 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 Georgetown, Kentucky?
Georgetown, Kentucky has a population of 39,117 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Georgetown, KY?
The median household income in Georgetown is $80,088, which is about the same as the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Georgetown, KY?
The poverty rate in Georgetown is 12.1%. This means approximately 4,580 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Georgetown, Kentucky?
Georgetown's population is 81.4% White, 5.9% Black, 7.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.9% Asian.
What is the median home value in Georgetown, KY?
The median home value in Georgetown is $265,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x.
How educated is Georgetown, Kentucky?
34.1% of adults (25+) in Georgetown hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 12.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.