Mortons Gap, Kentucky Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Mortons Gap, Kentucky had a total population of 650, the 303rd largest city in Kentucky. The poverty rate is 24.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 5.8% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Mortons Gap Quick Facts
How Mortons Gap 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 | 746 | 650 | -12.9% |
| Median home value | $99,000 | $96,800 | -2.2% |
How Mortons Gap 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+)
Mortons Gap Rankings in Kentucky
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Other Cities in Hopkins County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madisonville | 19,515 | $53,860 | 23.3% | $164,100 |
| Dawson Springs | 1,951 | $32,838 | 30.5% | $70,000 |
| Earlington | 1,084 | $38,194 | 39.3% | $64,000 |
| White Plains | 1,021 | $35,625 | 26.4% | $85,700 |
| Hanson | 958 | $95,903 | 7.6% | $141,500 |
| Nortonville | 904 | $55,844 | 14.5% | $69,000 |
| St. Charles | 293 | $44,688 | 33.8% | $55,700 |
| Nebo | 217 | $49,844 | 14.3% | $95,000 |
| Manitou | 93 | $110,313 | 0.0% | $131,000 |
Cities Similar to Mortons Gap
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auxier | 651 | $116,991 | $110,600 | 22.3% | 5.4% |
| Evarts | 648 | $34,007 | $71,400 | 10.9% | 35.4% |
| Sonora | 653 | $51,250 | $185,400 | 16.6% | 12.1% |
| Science Hill | 647 | $50,341 | $138,700 | 9.3% | 16.6% |
| Crofton | 655 | $45,855 | $85,200 | 13.8% | 29.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 650, Mortons Gap'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
Mortons Gap is a small community located in Kentucky, within Hopkins County. The total population is 650. It ranks as the 303rd most populous out of 552 Census-designated places in Kentucky.
Age Demographics
The median age in Mortons Gap is 46.7 years. This is 19% higher than the state median of 39.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 24.6%. This is 53% 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 Mortons Gap, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $96,800. Housing costs are 53% lower than the state median of $205,600. 83.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 22% higher than the state average of 68.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Mortons Gap has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.9%.
Education
5.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 79% 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 86.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Mortons Gap, 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 Mortons Gap, Kentucky?
Mortons Gap, Kentucky has a population of 650 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Mortons Gap, KY?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Mortons Gap — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Mortons Gap, KY?
The poverty rate in Mortons Gap is 24.6%. This means approximately 160 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Mortons Gap, Kentucky?
Mortons Gap's population is 97.1% White, 0.0% Black, 2.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Mortons Gap, KY?
The median home value in Mortons Gap is $96,800.
How educated is Mortons Gap, Kentucky?
5.8% of adults (25+) in Mortons Gap hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.