Robertson County, Kentucky Demographics 2026
Robertson County, Kentucky has a population of 2,283, the 120th most populous county in Kentucky. The median household income is $51,830 and the median home value is $165,100. The poverty rate is 21.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Robertson County Quick Facts
How Robertson 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 | 2,239 | 2,283 | +2.0% |
| Median household income | $52,337 | $51,830 | -1.0% |
| Median home value | $123,400 | $165,100 | +33.8% |
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 Robertson County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Olivet | 170 | N/A | 31.8% | $65,000 |
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Population Overview
Robertson County is located in Kentucky with a total population of 2,283. It is the 120th most populous county out of 120 in Kentucky. The county encompasses 1 Census-designated place.
Age Demographics
The median age in Robertson County is 38.0 years. This is 3% lower than the state median of 39.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Robertson County is $51,830. 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 21.1%. This is 32% 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 3.8%. This is 21% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $165,100. Housing costs are 20% lower than the state median of $205,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x. 79.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 16% higher than the state average of 68.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Robertson County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.8% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 3.6%. The Black or African American population (3.6%) is well below the state average of 7.5%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 5.0%.
Education
13.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 50% 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 81.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Robertson 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 Robertson County, Kentucky?
Robertson County has a population of 2,283, making it the 120th most populous county in Kentucky.
What is the median income in Robertson County?
The median household income in Robertson County is $51,830 with a poverty rate of 21.1%.
How many cities are in Robertson County, Kentucky?
Robertson County contains 1 Census-designated place.