Nortonville, Kentucky Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Nortonville, Kentucky had a total population of 904, the 256th largest city in Kentucky, with a median household income of $55,844, which is 12% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 10.0% 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 1.2x.
- Unemployment rate of 9.6% is notably above the national average.
Nortonville Quick Facts
How Nortonville 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 | 949 | 904 | -4.7% |
| Median household income | $47,946 | $55,844 | +16.5% |
| Median home value | $66,800 | $69,000 | +3.3% |
How Nortonville 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+)
Nortonville 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 |
| Mortons Gap | 650 | N/A | 24.6% | $96,800 |
| 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 Nortonville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brooksville | 883 | $54,844 | $84,800 | 7.3% | 38.7% |
| Wheelwright | 964 | N/A | $72,000 | 9.1% | 40.7% |
| Inez | 930 | $51,071 | $70,900 | 14.3% | 21.4% |
| Powderly | 931 | $50,662 | $99,300 | 14.8% | 20.4% |
| Camargo | 874 | $47,625 | $151,400 | 8.2% | 26.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 904, Nortonville'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
Nortonville is a small community located in Kentucky, within Hopkins County. The total population is 904. It ranks as the 256th most populous out of 552 Census-designated places in Kentucky.
Age Demographics
The median age in Nortonville is 42.1 years. This is 8% higher than the state median of 39.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Nortonville is $55,844. This is 12% lower than the state median of $63,726. It is also 31% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.5%. This is 10% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.1%. The unemployment rate is 9.6%. This is 98% higher than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $69,000. Housing costs are 66% lower than the state median of $205,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.2x, Nortonville is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 63.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 7% lower than the state average of 68.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Nortonville has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.2% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 11.5%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (11.5% vs 7.5%). The Hispanic or Latino population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 5.0%.
Education
10.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 64% 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 89.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Nortonville, 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 Nortonville, Kentucky?
Nortonville, Kentucky has a population of 904 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Nortonville, KY?
The median household income in Nortonville is $55,844, which is 31% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Nortonville, KY?
The poverty rate in Nortonville is 14.5%. This means approximately 131 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Nortonville, Kentucky?
Nortonville's population is 86.2% White, 11.5% Black, 1.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Nortonville, KY?
The median home value in Nortonville is $69,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.2x.
How educated is Nortonville, Kentucky?
10.0% of adults (25+) in Nortonville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.