Owensboro, Kentucky

City Profile — Demographics, Income, Education & Housing
Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 5-Year Estimates
60,019
Population
$51,982
Median Income
$151,800
Home Value
37.8
Median Age

Demographics

Owensboro has a population of 60,019 with a median age of 37.8. Here is the racial and ethnic breakdown of the population:

White
82.9%
Black
7.1%
Hispanic
4.5%
Asian
2.9%
Other
2.6%
Demographic Value
Total Population60,019
Median Age37.8
White82.9%
Black or African American7.1%
Asian2.9%
Hispanic or Latino4.5%
Other / Two or More Races2.6%

Income & Economy

The median household income in Owensboro is $51,982, which is 30.8% below the national median of $75,149. The per capita income is $30,702. The poverty rate is 18.5%.

$51,982
Median Household Income
$30,702
Per Capita Income
18.5%
Poverty Rate

Employment

The unemployment rate in Owensboro is 4.2%, compared to the national rate of 5.4%.

Education

In Owensboro, 90.1% of residents age 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 25.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9.9% with a graduate or professional degree).

HS Diploma+
90.1%
Bachelor's+
25.6%
Graduate+
9.9%
Education Level % of Adults (25+)
High School Diploma or Higher90.1%
Bachelor's Degree or Higher25.6%
Graduate or Professional Degree9.9%

Housing

The median home value in Owensboro is $151,800, below the national median of $281,900. The median monthly rent is $888. The homeownership rate is 57.1%.

$151,800
Median Home Value
$888/mo
Median Rent
57.1%
Homeownership Rate
Housing Metric Value
Median Home Value$151,800
Median Monthly Rent$888
Homeownership Rate57.1%
Vacancy Rate8.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Owensboro, Kentucky?
The population of Owensboro, Kentucky is 60,019 according to U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Owensboro, Kentucky?
The median household income in Owensboro, Kentucky is $51,982. This is 30.8% below the national median of $75,149.
What is the median home value in Owensboro, Kentucky?
The median home value in Owensboro, Kentucky is $151,800. The median monthly rent is $888.
What percentage of people in Owensboro have a college degree?
In Owensboro, Kentucky, 25.6% of adults age 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 90.1% have a high school diploma or higher.
Is Owensboro, Kentucky an affordable place to live?
The home price-to-income ratio in Owensboro, Kentucky is 2.9x (median home value $151,800 vs. median income $51,982), making it relatively affordable by that measure. A ratio under 4.0 is generally considered affordable.

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