Loretto city, Kentucky Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Loretto city, Kentucky Demographics
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As of 2026, Loretto city, Kentucky has a total population of 730, the 289th largest city in Kentucky, with a median household income of $59,028, which is 5% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.6%.

Key Takeaways

Only 9.9% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.0%.

Loretto city Quick Facts

Population 730

Median Household Income $59,028

Median Home Value $178,300

Poverty Rate 9.6%

Unemployment Rate 4.5%

Median Age 42.0 years

Homeownership Rate 94.0%

Affordability Ratio 3.0x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 9.9%

High School Graduation Rate 87.3%

Diversity Index 5/100

Population 730 289th of 552

Median Income $59,028 average

Poverty Rate 9.6% 23% lower national

Median Home Value $178,300 above average

How Loretto city Compares

Median Household Income

Loretto city

$59,028

$62,417

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Loretto city

$178,300

$192,300

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 21.8%

$25K-$50K 21.8%

$50K-$100K 32.3%

$100K+ 24.2%

Employment

4.5% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8% | National: 5.2%

57.9% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 94.0%

Renter 6.0%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.0x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

23.2%

18-34

20.4%

35-54

17.7%

55-74

29.3%

75+

9.4%

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+)

Loretto city Rankings in Kentucky

#289 Population of 552

#219 Median Income of 552

#405 Education of 552

#179 Home Value of 552

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Cities Similar to Loretto city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Milton city	734	$57,188	$160,900	11.4%	6.3%
Ryland Heights city	712	$62,875	$207,200	22.6%	6.7%
La Center city	752	$53,056	$88,600	18.5%	20.6%
Salem city	782	$61,250	$100,000	12.9%	19.0%
Blue Ridge Manor city	718	$68,281	$207,500	61.6%	10.0%

Population Overview

Loretto city is a small community located in Kentucky. The total population is 730. It ranks as the 289th most populous out of 552 cities and towns in Kentucky.

Age Demographics

The median age in Loretto city is 42.0 years. This is 7% higher than the state median of 39.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Loretto city is $59,028. This is 5% lower than the state median of $62,417. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 25% lower. The poverty rate stands at 9.6%. This is 40% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.1%. The unemployment rate is 4.5%. This is 6% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $178,300. Housing costs are 7% lower than the state median of $192,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x. 94.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 38% higher than the state average of 68.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Loretto city has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.5% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.1%. The Black or African American population (1.0%) is well below the state average of 7.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 4.7%.

Education

9.9% 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 87.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Loretto 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 Loretto city, Kentucky?

Loretto city, Kentucky has a population of 730 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Loretto city is $59,028, which is 25% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Loretto city, KY?

The poverty rate in Loretto city is 9.6%. This means approximately 70 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Loretto city, Kentucky?

Loretto city's population is 97.5% White, 1.0% Black, 1.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

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

The median home value in Loretto city is $178,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x.

How educated is Loretto city, Kentucky?

9.9% of adults (25+) in Loretto city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.