Muhlenberg County, Kentucky Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Muhlenberg County is located in Kentucky with a total population of 30,712. It is the 33rd most populous county out of 120 in Kentucky.

Age Demographics

The median age in Muhlenberg County is 42.8 years. This is 9% higher than the state median of 39.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Muhlenberg County is $52,672. This is 16% lower than the state median of $62,417. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 33% lower. The poverty rate stands at 17.8%. This is 10% higher than the state poverty rate of 16.1%. The unemployment rate is 4.1%. This is 16% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $121,300. Housing costs are 37% lower than the state median of $192,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.3x, Muhlenberg County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 81.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 20% higher than the state average of 68.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Muhlenberg County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.2% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 2.1%. The Black or African American population (2.1%) is well below the state average of 7.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.9%) is well below the state average of 4.7%.

Education

13.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 52% lower than the state rate of 27.0%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 84.6%.