Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 50.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.50 |
| Below Poverty | 20.2% ▲ 102% above avg |
| College Grads | 28.9% ▼ 25% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.1% ▼ 16% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 3 (0.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 903 (38.5%) |
| Some College | 385 (16.4%) |
| Associates | 375 (16%) |
| Bachelors | 271 (11.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 408 (17.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $53,007 ▼ 31% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $97,044 ▼ 65% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $693/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 1,876 |
| Vacant Units | 507 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Hickman County is located in Kentucky and encompasses 2 ZIP codes spanning 2 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 3,552 residents. With a median age of 50.65, it is a mature county.
Hickman County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $53,006 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 20.2% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Hickman County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $97,044 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $693. Homeownership rates are high at 71.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Hickman County are primarily White (84.77%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 28.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Hickman County, KY is a working-class area in Kentucky. The 2 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.