Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.28 |
| Below Poverty | 28.3% ▲ 183% above avg |
| College Grads | 29.7% ▼ 23% below avg |
| Unemployment | 9.6% ▲ 95% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 61 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,280 (43.7%) |
| Some College | 944 (12.6%) |
| Associates | 983 (13.1%) |
| Bachelors | 816 (10.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,417 (18.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $40,531 ▼ 47% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $66,322 ▼ 76% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $556/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 6,087 |
| Vacant Units | 885 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Breathitt County is located in Kentucky and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 12,784 residents. With a median age of 40.22, it is a middle-aged county.
Breathitt County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $40,531 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 9.6%, significantly above the national average. The poverty rate of 28.3% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Breathitt County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $66,322 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $556. Homeownership rates are high at 73.1%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Breathitt County are primarily White (96.05%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 29.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Breathitt County, KY is a working-class area in Kentucky. The 7 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.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41317 | Clayhole | 399 | $22,250 | $32,300 | — | 29.1% | 15.7% |
| 41339 | Jackson | 10,563 | $41,144 | $71,000 | $560 | 9.0% | 31.0% |
| 41348 | Lost Creek | 1,220 | $34,223 | $23,200 | $526 | 12.3% | 25.4% |
| 41385 | Vancleve | 424 | $60,625 | $60,700 | — | 0.0% | 35.6% |