Jeffersonville, Kentucky Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Jeffersonville, Kentucky had a total population of 1,651, the 192nd largest city in Kentucky, with a median household income of $56,250, which is 12% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Unemployment rate of 8.4% is notably above the national average.
Jeffersonville Quick Facts
How Jeffersonville 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 | 1,937 | 1,651 | -14.8% |
| Median household income | $56,932 | $56,250 | -1.2% |
| Median home value | $114,900 | $140,900 | +22.6% |
How Jeffersonville 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+)
Jeffersonville Rankings in Kentucky
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Other Cities in Montgomery County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Sterling | 7,551 | $55,827 | 16.9% | $187,600 |
| Camargo | 874 | $47,625 | 26.7% | $151,400 |
Cities Similar to Jeffersonville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coal Run Village | 1,724 | $52,750 | $132,400 | 24.1% | 26.3% |
| Owenton | 1,511 | $55,438 | $137,500 | 13.3% | 14.9% |
| West Buechel | 1,599 | $48,784 | $185,600 | 37.9% | 18.8% |
| Auburn | 1,794 | $53,897 | $122,900 | 16.2% | 19.9% |
| Ledbetter | 1,785 | $59,899 | $120,800 | 7.2% | 27.7% |
Population Overview
Jeffersonville is a small community located in Kentucky, within Montgomery County. The total population is 1,651. It ranks as the 192nd most populous out of 552 Census-designated places in Kentucky.
Age Demographics
The median age in Jeffersonville is 36.2 years. This is 7% lower than the state median of 39.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Jeffersonville is $56,250. This is 12% lower than the state median of $63,726. It is also 30% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.1%. This is about the same as the state poverty rate of 16.1%. The unemployment rate is 8.4%. This is 72% higher than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $140,900. Housing costs are 31% lower than the state median of $205,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.5x, Jeffersonville is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 67.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% lower than the state average of 68.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Jeffersonville has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.1%. The Asian population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 1.6%.
Education
14.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 47% lower 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 83.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Jeffersonville, 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 Jeffersonville, Kentucky?
Jeffersonville, Kentucky has a population of 1,651 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Jeffersonville, KY?
The median household income in Jeffersonville is $56,250, which is 30% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Jeffersonville, KY?
The poverty rate in Jeffersonville is 16.1%. This means approximately 255 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Jeffersonville, Kentucky?
Jeffersonville's population is 92.8% White, 0.0% Black, 5.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.2% Asian.
What is the median home value in Jeffersonville, KY?
The median home value in Jeffersonville is $140,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.5x.
How educated is Jeffersonville, Kentucky?
14.5% of adults (25+) in Jeffersonville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.