Russell County, KY — Demographics & Population
Population, age distribution, race & ethnicity, and education data
Population Overview
Source: Census Bureau ACS (2023)Total Population
18,117
Male
8,935
49.3%
Female
9,182
50.7%
Median Age
42.2 yrs
Avg Household Size
2.5
Foreign Born
1.5%
Race & Ethnicity
Source: Census Bureau ACS (2023)Age Distribution
Source: Census Bureau ACS (2023)Education
Source: Census Bureau ACS (2023)Bachelor's or Higher10.9%
High School or Higher37.3%
Other Demographics
Source: Census Bureau ACS (2023)Veterans
5.9%
Disability
0.0%
Non-English Home
12.6%
Married
41.2%
Russell County, KY has a population of 18,117 according to 2023 Census Bureau estimates. The median age is 42.2 years. The largest racial or ethnic group is White at 92.8% of the population. 10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. 1.5% of residents are foreign-born.