Mentor, Kentucky Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Mentor, Kentucky had a total population of 271, the 438th largest city in Kentucky, with a median household income of $90,625, which is 42% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 42% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Kentucky.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.5x.
Mentor Quick Facts
How Mentor 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 | 234 | 271 | +15.8% |
| Median household income | $99,125 | $90,625 | -8.6% |
| Median home value | $196,200 | $222,700 | +13.5% |
How Mentor 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+)
Mentor Rankings in Kentucky
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Other Cities in Campbell County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Thomas | 17,169 | $104,350 | 6.2% | $335,000 |
| Newport | 13,967 | $60,853 | 20.8% | $217,600 |
| Alexandria | 10,562 | $102,239 | 7.7% | $284,800 |
| Highland Heights | 6,444 | $53,275 | 19.9% | $169,700 |
| Cold Spring | 6,341 | $75,000 | 9.9% | $253,600 |
| Dayton | 5,743 | $65,992 | 15.9% | $163,500 |
| Bellevue | 5,636 | $71,166 | 11.4% | $206,500 |
| Southgate | 3,717 | $54,421 | 19.8% | $190,800 |
| Claryville | 3,251 | $81,458 | 1.2% | $278,200 |
| Wilder | 3,135 | $70,893 | 18.6% | $159,900 |
Cities Similar to Mentor
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moseleyville | 269 | N/A | $165,000 | 8.1% | 26.0% |
| Big Clifty | 285 | N/A | $117,800 | 16.9% | 20.0% |
| Poole | 256 | N/A | $175,800 | 15.4% | 1.9% |
| Phelps | 301 | N/A | $102,700 | 7.2% | 36.5% |
| Fountain Run | 255 | $80,045 | $121,200 | 20.2% | 29.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 271, Mentor'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
Mentor is a small community located in Kentucky, within Campbell County. The total population is 271. It ranks as the 438th most populous out of 552 Census-designated places in Kentucky.
Age Demographics
The median age in Mentor is 33.6 years. This is 14% lower than the state median of 39.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Mentor is $90,625. This is 42% higher than the state median of $63,726. It is also 12% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.0%. This is 38% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.1%. The unemployment rate is 3.3%. This is 33% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $222,700. Housing costs are 8% higher than the state median of $205,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.5x, Mentor is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 83.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 22% higher than the state average of 68.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Mentor was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
27.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is about the same as 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 93.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Mentor, 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 Mentor, Kentucky?
Mentor, Kentucky has a population of 271 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Mentor, KY?
The median household income in Mentor is $90,625, which is 12% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Mentor, KY?
The poverty rate in Mentor is 10.0%. This means approximately 27 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Mentor, Kentucky?
Mentor's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Mentor, KY?
The median home value in Mentor is $222,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.5x.
How educated is Mentor, Kentucky?
27.4% of adults (25+) in Mentor hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.