Demographics in Murray, KY

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

Where is Murray?

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Population

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

Total Population

17,888

Male

8,307

46.4%

Female

9,581

53.6%

Median Age

25.7

Race & Ethnicity

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

White

83.8%

Black

6.7%

Hispanic

3.2%

Asian

2.9%

Two or More

3.9%

Other

1.8%

Education & Household

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

Bachelor's or Higher

18.9%

High School or Higher

33.0%

Foreign Born

4.5%

Veterans

3.2%

Married

27.8%

Avg Household Size

2.2

Marital Status by Age

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

Murray, KY has a population of 17,888 with a median age of 25.7. The racial makeup is 83.8% White, 3.2% Hispanic, 6.7% Black, 2.9% Asian. About 18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The foreign-born population is 4.5%.