Muhlenberg County, Kentucky
KY · FIPS 21177 · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates
| Metric | Value | vs National | Rank | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 30,591 | — | #1,461 / 3,222 | |
| Median Household Income | $51,927 | -30.9% | #2,662 / 3,222 | |
| Median Age | 43.2 years | +11.1% | #1,154 / 3,222 | |
| Median Home Value | $127,400 | -54.8% | #2,542 / 3,222 | |
| Median Gross Rent | $718 | -38.3% | #2,653 / 3,222 | |
| Poverty Rate | 18.4% | +45.8% | #2,509 / 3,222 | |
Demographics
Muhlenberg County has a population of 30,591, making it the #1,461 most populous county in the US. The median age is 43.2 years, which is 11.1% above the national median.
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The median household income in Muhlenberg County is $51,927, ranking #2,662 out of 3,222 counties — 30.9% below the national median. The poverty rate is 18.4% and unemployment stands at 5.6%.
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The median home value in Muhlenberg County is $127,400 (-54.8% vs national). Renters pay a median of $718/mo and the homeownership rate is 78.8%.
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95.2% of residents in Muhlenberg County have health insurance coverage, which is 3.8% above the national rate.
About Muhlenberg County, Kentucky
Muhlenberg County, Kentucky has a total population of 30,591, making it the 1,461st most populous county in the United States. The median age in Muhlenberg County is 43.2 years, which is 11.1% above the national median of 38.9 years.
The median household income in Muhlenberg County is $51,927, which ranks #2,662 of 3,222 counties nationwide. This is 30.9% below the national median of $75,149. The poverty rate is 18.4%, higher than the national rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate stands at 5.6%.
The median home value in Muhlenberg County is $127,400, 54.8% below the national median. Renters in Muhlenberg County pay a median gross rent of $718 per month. The homeownership rate is 78.8%, compared to the national rate of 64.4%.
In Muhlenberg County, 14.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 56.5% below the national average of 33.7%. Health insurance coverage stands at 95.2% of the population. The average commute time for workers is 29.5 min.
Muhlenberg County is a diverse community. The largest racial or ethnic group is White (non-Hispanic) at 91.9% of the population, followed by Two or More Races (2.9%) and Hispanic or Latino (2.0%).
All data for Muhlenberg County, Kentucky comes from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates. These figures are estimates based on survey sampling and are subject to margin of error. For the most detailed and up-to-date data, visit the Census Bureau's official data portal.