Russell County
Russell County has notably lower household income than the US average, with a median household income of $16,788. Population has declined 10% since 2000. 6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 20%. Median home value is $39,000. The poverty rate of 25.6% is well above the national figure. Households here earn about 25% less than the Kentucky median.
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How many people live in Russell County, Kentucky?
Russell County, Kentucky has about 14,716 residents according to the 1990 Census.
What is the median household income in Russell County, Kentucky?
The typical household in Russell County, Kentucky earns about $16,788 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.
Is Russell County, Kentucky expensive?
In Russell County, Kentucky, the median home is worth about $39,000, and the typical rent is about $228 a month.
How educated are people in Russell County, Kentucky?
About 6.2% of adults age 25 and over in Russell County, Kentucky hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the poverty rate in Russell County, Kentucky?
About 25.6% of people in Russell County, Kentucky live below the federal poverty line.
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DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR + DECENNIAL CENSUS · UPDATED 2024