Mays Lick, Kentucky Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Mays Lick, Kentucky had a total population of 88, the 527th largest community in Kentucky. The poverty rate is 58.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (58.0%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Mays Lick Quick Facts
How Mays Lick 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 | 97 | 88 | -9.3% |
How Mays Lick 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+)
Mays Lick Rankings in Kentucky
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Other Cities in Mason County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maysville | 8,737 | $39,013 | 24.3% | $151,500 |
| Dover | 247 | $70,962 | 17.4% | $93,800 |
| Germantown | 232 | $77,000 | 2.2% | $101,400 |
| Sardis | 98 | $55,000 | 9.2% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Mays Lick
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheatcroft | 90 | $41,250 | $81,500 | 32.4% | 13.3% |
| Freeburn | 91 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| Monterey | 92 | $66,667 | $100,000 | 19.4% | 30.4% |
| Woodbury | 84 | $70,357 | N/A | 24.6% | 2.4% |
| Manitou | 93 | $110,313 | $131,000 | 42.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 88, Mays Lick's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Mays Lick is a small community located in Kentucky, within Mason County. The total population is 88. It ranks as the 527th most populous out of 552 Census-designated places in Kentucky.
Age Demographics
The median age in Mays Lick is 59.1 years. This is 51% higher than the state median of 39.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 58.0%. This is 261% 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 survey records no unemployed residents in Mays Lick, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 81.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 19% higher than the state average of 68.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Mays Lick has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.0% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 8.0%.
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Mays Lick, 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 Mays Lick, Kentucky?
Mays Lick, Kentucky has a population of 88 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Mays Lick, KY?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Mays Lick — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Mays Lick, KY?
The poverty rate in Mays Lick is 58.0%. This means approximately 51 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Mays Lick, Kentucky?
Mays Lick's population is 92.0% White, 8.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Mays Lick, KY?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Mays Lick — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Mays Lick, Kentucky?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Mays Lick hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.