Mount Olivet, Kentucky Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Mount Olivet, Kentucky had a total population of 170, the 484th largest city in Kentucky. The poverty rate is 31.8%.
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 (31.8%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Mount Olivet Quick Facts
How Mount Olivet 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 | 155 | 170 | +9.7% |
| Median home value | $72,100 | $65,000 | -9.8% |
How Mount Olivet Compares
Median Household Income
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Household Income Distribution
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Employment
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People & Demographics
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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+)
Mount Olivet Rankings in Kentucky
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Cities Similar to Mount Olivet
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dwale | 170 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 28.2% |
| Glenview Manor | 170 | $211,250 | $625,000 | 84.0% | 3.5% |
| Cambridge | 167 | $101,429 | $256,500 | 45.2% | 1.8% |
| Rabbit Hash | 175 | N/A | $300,000 | 25.7% | 30.9% |
| Slaughters | 175 | $35,625 | $72,100 | 7.9% | 25.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 170, Mount Olivet'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
Mount Olivet is a small community located in Kentucky, within Robertson County. The total population is 170. It ranks as the 484th most populous out of 552 Census-designated places in Kentucky.
Age Demographics
The median age in Mount Olivet is 49.5 years. This is 27% higher than the state median of 39.1 years. 12.9% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 31.8%. This is 98% 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 3.9%. This is 20% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $65,000. Housing costs are 68% lower than the state median of $205,600. 62.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% lower than the state average of 68.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Mount Olivet has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 95.9% of all residents.
Education
22.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 20% 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 93.4%. Notably, 15.6% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Mount Olivet, 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 Mount Olivet, Kentucky?
Mount Olivet, Kentucky has a population of 170 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Mount Olivet, KY?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Mount Olivet — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Mount Olivet, KY?
The poverty rate in Mount Olivet is 31.8%. This means approximately 54 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Mount Olivet, Kentucky?
Mount Olivet's population is 95.9% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Mount Olivet, KY?
The median home value in Mount Olivet is $65,000.
How educated is Mount Olivet, Kentucky?
22.1% of adults (25+) in Mount Olivet hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 15.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.