Richmond, Kentucky

City Profile — Demographics, Income, Education & Housing
Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 5-Year Estimates
34,883
Population
$45,457
Median Income
$178,100
Home Value
27.7
Median Age

Demographics

Richmond has a population of 34,883 with a median age of 27.7. Here is the racial and ethnic breakdown of the population:

White
86.2%
Black
6.1%
Hispanic
3.4%
Other
3.1%
Asian
1.2%
Demographic Value
Total Population34,883
Median Age27.7
White86.2%
Black or African American6.1%
Asian1.2%
Hispanic or Latino3.4%
Other / Two or More Races3.1%

Income & Economy

The median household income in Richmond is $45,457, which is 39.5% below the national median of $75,149. The per capita income is $26,787. The poverty rate is 22.2%.

$45,457
Median Household Income
$26,787
Per Capita Income
22.2%
Poverty Rate

Employment

The unemployment rate in Richmond is 7.3%, compared to the national rate of 5.4%.

Education

In Richmond, 89.7% of residents age 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 33.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12.8% with a graduate or professional degree).

HS Diploma+
89.7%
Bachelor's+
33.9%
Graduate+
12.8%
Education Level % of Adults (25+)
High School Diploma or Higher89.7%
Bachelor's Degree or Higher33.9%
Graduate or Professional Degree12.8%

Housing

The median home value in Richmond is $178,100, below the national median of $281,900. The median monthly rent is $832. The homeownership rate is 38.4%.

$178,100
Median Home Value
$832/mo
Median Rent
38.4%
Homeownership Rate
Housing Metric Value
Median Home Value$178,100
Median Monthly Rent$832
Homeownership Rate38.4%
Vacancy Rate9.1%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Richmond, Kentucky?
The population of Richmond, Kentucky is 34,883 according to U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Richmond, Kentucky?
The median household income in Richmond, Kentucky is $45,457. This is 39.5% below the national median of $75,149.
What is the median home value in Richmond, Kentucky?
The median home value in Richmond, Kentucky is $178,100. The median monthly rent is $832.
What percentage of people in Richmond have a college degree?
In Richmond, Kentucky, 33.9% of adults age 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 89.7% have a high school diploma or higher.
Is Richmond, Kentucky an affordable place to live?
The home price-to-income ratio in Richmond, Kentucky is 3.9x (median home value $178,100 vs. median income $45,457), making it relatively affordable by that measure. A ratio under 4.0 is generally considered affordable.

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