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Vine Grove, Kentucky Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Vine Grove, Kentucky had a total population of 6,830, the 68th largest city in Kentucky, with a median household income of $72,560, which is 14% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.1%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Vine Grove Quick Facts

Population 6,830
Median Household Income $72,560
Median Home Value $235,400
Poverty Rate 11.1%
Unemployment Rate 3.5%
Median Age 37.4 years
Homeownership Rate 70.6%
Affordability Ratio 3.2x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 26.2%
High School Graduation Rate 93.1%
Diversity Index 49/100
Population 6,830 68th of 552
Median Income $72,560 above average
Poverty Rate 11.1% 11% lower than national
Median Home Value $235,400 top 30%

How Vine Grove Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population6,7216,830+1.6%
Median household income$74,786$72,560-3.0%
Median home value$213,500$235,400+10.3%

How Vine Grove Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 10.5%
$25K-$50K 30.5%
$50K-$100K 25.5%
$100K+ 33.5%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
5.5%
$10K-$15K
3.3%
$15K-$20K
0.5%
$20K-$25K
1.2%
$25K-$30K
1.3%
$30K-$35K
6.3%
$35K-$40K
4.0%
$40K-$45K
8.8%
$45K-$50K
10.1%
$50K-$60K
2.0%
$60K-$75K
7.8%
$75K-$100K
15.7%
$100K-$125K
9.0%
$125K-$150K
7.7%
$150K-$200K
10.7%
$200K+
6.2%

Employment

3.5% Unemployment Rate State: 4.9%|National: 5.2%
65.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 70.6%
Renter 29.4%
Affordability Index Affordable
3.2x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,334/mo 22.1% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

49out of 100
Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 33 | National average: 61

Education

Vine Grove Rankings in Kentucky

#68 Population of 552
#153 Median Income of 496
#182 Education of 550
#126 Home Value of 495

Other Cities in Hardin County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Elizabethtown 32,576 $60,760 17.0% $245,900
Radcliff 22,864 $58,559 16.0% $169,600
Fort Knox 8,836 $82,663 9.0% N/A
Rineyville 2,470 $84,511 3.9% $257,100
Muldraugh 1,127 $60,508 22.5% $76,700
West Point 1,025 $37,449 32.1% $91,000
Sonora 653 $51,250 12.1% $185,400
Upton 606 $43,173 17.5% $156,500
Cecilia 503 $71,544 0.0% N/A

Cities Similar to Vine Grove

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Cold Spring6,341$75,000$253,60042.6%9.9%
Taylor Mill6,937$88,546$241,00038.3%10.9%
Wilmore6,057$77,665$248,90049.6%12.5%
Flatwoods7,269$59,972$114,60015.8%18.4%
Cynthiana6,458$54,647$172,50015.4%30.5%

Population Overview

Vine Grove is a small city located in Kentucky, within Hardin County. The total population is 6,830. It ranks as the 68th most populous out of 552 Census-designated places in Kentucky.

Age Demographics

The median age in Vine Grove is 37.4 years. This is 4% lower than the state median of 39.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Vine Grove is $72,560. This is 14% higher than the state median of $63,726. It is also 10% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.1%. This is 31% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.1%. The unemployment rate is 3.5%. This is 27% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $235,400. Housing costs are 14% higher than the state median of $205,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x. 70.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 3% higher than the state average of 68.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Vine Grove is White (non-Hispanic), making up 69.4% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 13.5%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (13.5% vs 7.5%). The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (3.9% vs 1.6%).

Education

26.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 5% 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 93.1%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Vine Grove, 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 Vine Grove, Kentucky?

Vine Grove, Kentucky has a population of 6,830 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Vine Grove, KY?

The median household income in Vine Grove is $72,560, which is 10% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Vine Grove, KY?

The poverty rate in Vine Grove is 11.1%. This means approximately 757 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Vine Grove, Kentucky?

Vine Grove's population is 69.4% White, 13.5% Black, 5.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 3.9% Asian.

What is the median home value in Vine Grove, KY?

The median home value in Vine Grove is $235,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

How educated is Vine Grove, Kentucky?

26.2% of adults (25+) in Vine Grove hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 13.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.