Taylor County, Kentucky Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Taylor County is located in Kentucky with a total population of 26,205. It is the 43rd most populous county out of 120 in Kentucky.

Age Demographics

The median age in Taylor County is 37.7 years. This is 4% lower than the state median of 39.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Taylor County is $61,871. This is about average than the state median of $62,417. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 21% lower. The poverty rate stands at 16.6%. This is 3% higher than the state poverty rate of 16.1%. The unemployment rate is 5.0%. This is 4% higher than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $163,700. Housing costs are 15% lower than the state median of $192,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Taylor County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 67.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 1% lower than the state average of 68.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Taylor County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.8% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 4.6%.

Education

22.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 19% 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 88.7%.