Morganfield, Kentucky Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Morganfield, Kentucky had a total population of 3,185, the 117th largest city in Kentucky, with a median household income of $65,829, which is 3% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.4%.
Morganfield Quick Facts
How Morganfield 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 | 3,208 | 3,185 | -0.7% |
| Median household income | $63,546 | $65,829 | +3.6% |
| Median home value | $116,100 | $113,600 | -2.2% |
How Morganfield 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+)
Morganfield Rankings in Kentucky
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Other Cities in Union County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sturgis | 1,864 | $36,780 | 16.4% | $84,500 |
| Breckinridge Center | 1,467 | $64,152 | 51.8% | N/A |
| Uniontown | 874 | $43,857 | 13.3% | $61,900 |
| Waverly | 403 | $62,188 | 16.9% | $95,000 |
Cities Similar to Morganfield
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilder | 3,135 | $70,893 | $159,900 | 61.0% | 18.6% |
| Claryville | 3,251 | $81,458 | $278,200 | 34.4% | 1.2% |
| Hodgenville | 3,389 | $57,739 | $151,400 | 13.9% | 19.1% |
| Eddyville | 2,897 | $55,625 | $188,400 | 12.6% | 8.9% |
| West Liberty | 3,295 | $48,235 | $206,300 | 14.8% | 17.4% |
Population Overview
Morganfield is a small community located in Kentucky, within Union County. The total population is 3,185. It ranks as the 117th most populous out of 552 Census-designated places in Kentucky.
Age Demographics
The median age in Morganfield is 45.9 years. This is 17% higher than the state median of 39.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Morganfield is $65,829. This is 3% higher than the state median of $63,726. It is also 18% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 15.9%. This is about the same as the state poverty rate of 16.1%. The unemployment rate is 0.4%. This is 92% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $113,600. Housing costs are 45% lower than the state median of $205,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x, Morganfield is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 57.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 16% lower than the state average of 68.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Morganfield has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 85.8% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 9.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 5.0%.
Education
17.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 37% 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 90.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Morganfield, 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 Morganfield, Kentucky?
Morganfield, Kentucky has a population of 3,185 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Morganfield, KY?
The median household income in Morganfield is $65,829, which is 18% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Morganfield, KY?
The poverty rate in Morganfield is 15.9%. This means approximately 484 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Morganfield, Kentucky?
Morganfield's population is 85.8% White, 9.8% Black, 0.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Morganfield, KY?
The median home value in Morganfield is $113,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.7x.
How educated is Morganfield, Kentucky?
17.4% of adults (25+) in Morganfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.