Menifee County, Kentucky Demographics 2026
Menifee County, Kentucky has a population of 6,230, the 115th most populous county in Kentucky. The median household income is $45,096 and the median home value is $125,800. The poverty rate is 26.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Menifee County Quick Facts
How Menifee 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 | 6,203 | 6,230 | +0.4% |
| Median household income | $44,672 | $45,096 | +0.9% |
| Median home value | $111,500 | $125,800 | +12.8% |
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 Menifee County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frenchburg | 643 | $26,806 | 39.7% | $131,400 |
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Population Overview
Menifee County is located in Kentucky with a total population of 6,230. It is the 115th most populous county out of 120 in Kentucky. The county encompasses 1 Census-designated place.
Age Demographics
The median age in Menifee County is 46.2 years. This is 18% higher than the state median of 39.1 years. 10.1% 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 Menifee County is $45,096. This is 29% lower than the state median of $63,726. It is also 44% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 26.9%. This is 68% 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 7.9%. This is 62% higher than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $125,800. Housing costs are 39% lower than the state median of $205,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Menifee County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 75.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 10% higher than the state average of 68.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Menifee County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 95.5% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.8%. The Black or African American population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 7.5%.
Education
14.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 46% 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 80.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Menifee 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 Menifee County, Kentucky?
Menifee County has a population of 6,230, making it the 115th most populous county in Kentucky.
What is the median income in Menifee County?
The median household income in Menifee County is $45,096 with a poverty rate of 26.9%.
How many cities are in Menifee County, Kentucky?
Menifee County contains 1 Census-designated place.