Demographics in Ashland, KY

Population, age, race, ethnicity, and household statistics — 2023 ACS Data

Where is Ashland?

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Population

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Total Population

21,405

Male

10,157

47.5%

Female

11,248

52.5%

Median Age

41.1

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

White

92.0%

Black

1.5%

Hispanic

2.3%

Asian

0.5%

Two or More

4.1%

Other

1.9%

Education & Household

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Bachelor's or Higher

17.2%

High School or Higher

37.9%

Foreign Born

1.6%

Veterans

6.3%

Married

36.2%

Avg Household Size

2.3

Marital Status by Age

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Ashland, KY has a population of 21,405 with a median age of 41.1. The racial makeup is 92.0% White, 2.3% Hispanic, 1.5% Black. About 17.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The foreign-born population is 1.6%.