Pulaski County, Kentucky Demographics 2026
Pulaski County, Kentucky has a population of 65,897, the 14th most populous county in Kentucky. The median household income is $51,898 and the median home value is $166,900. The poverty rate is 19.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Pulaski County Quick Facts
How Pulaski County 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 | 65,503 | 65,897 | +0.6% |
| Median household income | $50,943 | $51,898 | +1.9% |
| Median home value | $156,300 | $166,900 | +6.8% |
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+)
Cities & Places in Pulaski County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Somerset | 12,216 | $34,704 | 27.2% | $144,000 |
| Ferguson | 849 | $40,500 | 34.1% | $153,100 |
| Burnside | 755 | $58,750 | 22.8% | $167,300 |
| Science Hill | 647 | $50,341 | 16.6% | $138,700 |
| Eubank | 412 | $45,250 | 18.0% | $126,300 |
Explore Kentucky Rankings
Population Overview
Pulaski County is located in Kentucky with a total population of 65,897. It is the 14th most populous county out of 120 in Kentucky. The county encompasses 5 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Pulaski County is 42.3 years. This is 8% higher than the state median of 39.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Pulaski County is $51,898. This is 19% lower than the state median of $63,726. It is also 36% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 19.7%. This is 23% higher than the state poverty rate of 16.1%. The unemployment rate is 4.9%. This is 1% higher than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $166,900. Housing costs are 19% lower than the state median of $205,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x. 72.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% higher than the state average of 68.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Pulaski County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.1%. The Black or African American population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 7.5%.
Education
18.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 34% 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 86.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Pulaski County come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates, with comparisons drawn against Kentucky and national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Pulaski County, Kentucky?
Pulaski County has a population of 65,897, making it the 14th most populous county in Kentucky.
What is the median income in Pulaski County?
The median household income in Pulaski County is $51,898 with a poverty rate of 19.7%.
How many cities are in Pulaski County, Kentucky?
Pulaski County contains 5 Census-designated places.