Magoffin County, Kentucky Demographics 2026
Magoffin County, Kentucky has a population of 11,348, the 93rd most populous county in Kentucky. The median household income is $33,080 and the median home value is $89,000. The poverty rate is 38.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Magoffin County Quick Facts
How Magoffin County 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 | 11,495 | 11,348 | -1.3% |
| Median household income | $33,632 | $33,080 | -1.6% |
| Median home value | $88,300 | $89,000 | +0.8% |
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+)
Cities & Places in Magoffin County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salyersville | 1,708 | $20,580 | 58.2% | $77,400 |
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Population Overview
Magoffin County is located in Kentucky with a total population of 11,348. It is the 93rd most populous county out of 120 in Kentucky. The county encompasses 1 Census-designated place.
Age Demographics
The median age in Magoffin County is 42.6 years. This is 9% higher than the state median of 39.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Magoffin County is $33,080. This is 48% lower than the state median of $63,726. It is also 59% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 38.2%. This is 138% 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 9.0%. This is 85% higher than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $89,000. Housing costs are 57% lower than the state median of $205,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, Magoffin County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 75.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 10% higher than the state average of 68.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Magoffin County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 0.9%. The Black or African American population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 7.5%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 5.0%. The Asian population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 1.6%.
Education
12.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 53% 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 72.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Magoffin County come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates, with comparisons drawn against Kentucky and national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Magoffin County, Kentucky?
Magoffin County has a population of 11,348, making it the 93rd most populous county in Kentucky.
What is the median income in Magoffin County?
The median household income in Magoffin County is $33,080 with a poverty rate of 38.2%.
How many cities are in Magoffin County, Kentucky?
Magoffin County contains 1 Census-designated place.