Green County, Kentucky Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Green County is located in Kentucky with a total population of 11,278. It is the 94th most populous county out of 120 in Kentucky.

Age Demographics

The median age in Green County is 45.2 years. This is 16% higher than the state median of 39.1 years. 10.3% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Green County is $41,087. This is 34% lower than the state median of $62,417. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 48% lower. The poverty rate stands at 21.5%. This is 33% 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 8.5%. This is 75% higher than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $118,900. Housing costs are 38% lower than the state median of $192,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.9x, Green County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 76.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 12% higher than the state average of 68.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Green County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.9% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.3%. The Black or African American population (1.2%) is well below the state average of 7.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.3%) is well below the state average of 4.7%.

Education

16.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 38% 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 85.0%.