Nebo, Kentucky Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Nebo, Kentucky had a total population of 217, the 462nd largest city in Kentucky, with a median household income of $49,844, which is 22% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 9.4% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x.
Nebo Quick Facts
How Nebo 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 | 223 | 217 | -2.7% |
| Median household income | $47,031 | $49,844 | +6.0% |
| Median home value | $109,800 | $95,000 | -13.5% |
How Nebo 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+)
Nebo 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 |
| Mortons Gap | 650 | N/A | 24.6% | $96,800 |
| St. Charles | 293 | $44,688 | 33.8% | $55,700 |
| Manitou | 93 | $110,313 | 0.0% | $131,000 |
Cities Similar to Nebo
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farmers | 206 | N/A | $200,900 | 9.2% | 26.9% |
| Corinth | 226 | $51,667 | $150,000 | 2.3% | 31.1% |
| Pryorsburg | 204 | N/A | N/A | 13.9% | 34.3% |
| Vicco | 217 | $43,393 | $109,700 | 13.1% | 25.8% |
| LaFayette | 227 | $47,250 | $99,000 | 16.2% | 14.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 217, Nebo'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
Nebo is a small community located in Kentucky, within Hopkins County. The total population is 217. It ranks as the 462nd most populous out of 552 Census-designated places in Kentucky.
Age Demographics
The median age in Nebo is 38.3 years. This is 2% lower than the state median of 39.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Nebo is $49,844. This is 22% lower than the state median of $63,726. It is also 38% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.3%. This is 11% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.1%. The unemployment rate is 2.7%. This is 44% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $95,000. Housing costs are 54% lower than the state median of $205,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x, Nebo is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 75.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 10% higher than the state average of 68.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Nebo has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.9% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 4.2%.
Education
9.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 66% 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 94.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Nebo, 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 Nebo, Kentucky?
Nebo, Kentucky has a population of 217 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Nebo, KY?
The median household income in Nebo is $49,844, which is 38% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Nebo, KY?
The poverty rate in Nebo is 14.3%. This means approximately 31 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Nebo, Kentucky?
Nebo's population is 88.9% White, 4.2% Black, 3.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Nebo, KY?
The median home value in Nebo is $95,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.9x.
How educated is Nebo, Kentucky?
9.4% of adults (25+) in Nebo hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.