Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.19 |
| Below Poverty | 15.8% ▲ 58% above avg |
| College Grads | 33.3% ▼ 14% below avg |
| Unemployment | 1.3% ▼ 74% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 5 (0.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,166 (33.4%) |
| Some College | 592 (17%) |
| Associates | 604 (17.3%) |
| Bachelors | 547 (15.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 575 (16.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $58,463 ▼ 23% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $120,192 ▼ 57% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $672/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 2,658 |
| Vacant Units | 549 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Ballard County is located in Kentucky and encompasses 5 ZIP codes spanning 5 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 5,183 residents. With a median age of 41.98, it is a middle-aged county.
Ballard County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $58,463 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 1.3%, well below the national average. The poverty rate of 15.8% is above the national average.
Housing in Ballard County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $120,192 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $671. Homeownership rates are high at 82.6%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Ballard County are primarily White (89.7%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 33.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Ballard County, KY is a solidly middle-class area in Kentucky. The 5 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.