Greensburg city, Kentucky Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Greensburg city, Kentucky Demographics
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As of 2026, Greensburg city, Kentucky has a total population of 2,218, the 159th largest city in Kentucky, with a median household income of $37,321, which is 40% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.8%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 40% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Unemployment rate of 11.2% is notably above the national average.

Greensburg city Quick Facts

Population 2,218

Median Household Income $37,321

Median Home Value $117,700

Poverty Rate 16.8%

Unemployment Rate 11.2%

Median Age 38.9 years

Homeownership Rate 54.6%

Affordability Ratio 3.2x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 12.5%

High School Graduation Rate 85.1%

Diversity Index 8/100

Population 2,218 159th of 552

Median Income $37,321 bottom 20%

Poverty Rate 16.8% 35% higher national

Median Home Value $117,700 below average

How Greensburg city Compares

Median Household Income

Greensburg city

$37,321

$62,417

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Greensburg city

$117,700

$192,300

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 32.0%

$25K-$50K 31.2%

$50K-$100K 22.8%

$100K+ 14.0%

Employment

11.2% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8% | National: 5.2%

54.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 54.6%

Renter 45.4%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.2x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

25.4%

18-34

19.1%

35-54

21.3%

55-74

22.2%

75+

12.0%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very 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+)

Greensburg city Rankings in Kentucky

#159 Population of 552

#409 Median Income of 552

#357 Education of 552

#317 Home Value of 552

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Cities Similar to Greensburg city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Cumberland city	2,234	$35,309	$61,600	9.6%	57.0%
Mount Vernon city	2,259	$38,639	$100,500	11.6%	27.2%
Fulton city	2,345	$36,037	$61,200	18.5%	33.6%
Jackson city	2,128	$34,317	$75,900	19.0%	21.1%
Hickman city	2,033	N/A	$68,700	13.9%	39.8%

Population Overview

Greensburg city is a small community located in Kentucky. The total population is 2,218. It ranks as the 159th most populous out of 552 cities and towns in Kentucky.

Age Demographics

The median age in Greensburg city is 38.9 years. This is about average than the state median of 39.1 years. 12.0% 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 Greensburg city is $37,321. This is 40% lower than the state median of $62,417. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 52% lower. The poverty rate stands at 16.8%. This is 4% higher than the state poverty rate of 16.1%. The unemployment rate is 11.2%. This is 131% higher than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $117,700. Housing costs are 39% lower than the state median of $192,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x. 54.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 20% lower than the state average of 68.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Greensburg city has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 95.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.6%. The Black or African American population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 7.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.6%) is well below the state average of 4.7%.

Education

12.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 54% 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 85.1%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Greensburg 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 Greensburg city, Kentucky?

Greensburg city, Kentucky has a population of 2,218 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Greensburg city is $37,321, which is 52% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Greensburg city, KY?

The poverty rate in Greensburg city is 16.8%. This means approximately 350 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Greensburg city, Kentucky?

Greensburg city's population is 95.8% White, 0.5% Black, 1.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

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

The median home value in Greensburg city is $117,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

How educated is Greensburg city, Kentucky?

12.5% of adults (25+) in Greensburg city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.