Kentucky State Data

Connect with Your State Leaders in Kentucky

Meet the key players in Kentucky's state government, including the most prominent elected officials from the executive and legislative branches. These leaders oversee elections, enforce laws, manage state finances, and set the policy agenda for Kentucky.

Key executive branch officials

  • GovernorAndy Beshear (D) - The state's chief executive who implements laws and manages the executive branch.
  • Secretary of StateMichael Adams (R) - Oversees statewide elections, business registrations, and key public records.

Key legislative branch officials

  • Speaker of the HouseDavid Osborne (R) - Leads the lower chamber and controls the flow of legislation and committee assignments.

2020 Census Data Shown

Key statewide indicators for Kentucky from the 2020 Census: population, median age, median household income, education attainment, poverty and uninsured rates, and broadband access.

Updated: 2025-09-25

Population in Kentucky (2020): 4.5 million residents

What is the total population of Kentucky?

Kentucky has 4.5 million residents as of the 2020 Census. Explore district-level demographics or find your representatives.

Total Population

Estimated total residents based on the 2020 Census.

Median age in Kentucky: 39.1 years

What is the median age in Kentucky?

The median age in Kentucky is 39.1 years. Compare districts on the demographics page.

Median Age

Half of residents are younger, half older than this age.

Median household income in Kentucky: $62,417

What is the median household income in Kentucky?

The median household income in Kentucky is $62,417. See how income varies by district on district demographics.

Median Household Income

Midpoint of household income distribution (in dollars).

Education in Kentucky: HS or higher 11.1%; bachelor's or higher 27.0%

What share of adults in Kentucky have a high school or bachelor's degree?

In Kentucky, 11.1% of adults have a high school diploma or higher, and 27.0% have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Education Levels

Share of adults 25+ with at least a high school diploma or a bachelor's degree.

Poverty and uninsured in Kentucky: poverty 16.1%; uninsured 5.9%

What are the poverty and uninsured rates in Kentucky?

In Kentucky, the poverty rate is 16.1% and the uninsured rate is 5.9%.

Poverty & Uninsured

Percent of people below the federal poverty line and the share without health insurance.

Broadband in Kentucky: 1,791,991 subscriptions

How many households in Kentucky have broadband?

In Kentucky, broadband access is 1,791,991 subscriptions. Number of broadband subscriptions reported.

Broadband

Number of broadband subscriptions reported.

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