Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.48 |
| Below Poverty | 11.2% ▲ 12% above avg |
| College Grads | 35.5% ▼ 8% below avg |
| Unemployment | 3.1% ▼ 38% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 154 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,910 (32.2%) |
| Some College | 2,271 (14.9%) |
| Associates | 2,505 (16.4%) |
| Bachelors | 1,789 (11.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,637 (23.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $64,005 ▼ 16% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $190,073 ▼ 32% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $775/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 10,739 |
| Vacant Units | 1,278 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Mercer County is located in Kentucky and encompasses 3 ZIP codes spanning 3 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 23,611 residents. With a median age of 42.59, it is a middle-aged county.
Mercer County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $64,004 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 11.2% is above the national average.
Housing in Mercer County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $190,073 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $775. Homeownership rates are high at 77.6%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Mercer County are primarily White (90.45%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 35.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Mercer County, KY is a solidly middle-class area in Kentucky. The 3 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.