Lowest median household income, US counties · 1990
US counties with the lowest median household income in the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. Owsley County, Kentucky leads at $8,595. 3,122 counties qualify in total. Kentucky carries 9 of the top 25 entries.
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Frequently asked
Which county has the lowest median household income?
Owsley County, Kentucky ranks #1 with $8,595 (1990 American Community Survey).
What are the top 5 counties by median household income?
Owsley County, Kentucky, East Carroll Parish, Louisiana, Holmes County, Mississippi, Kalawao County, Hawaii, Starr County, Texas.
How many counties are in this ranking?
3,122 counties qualify after filtering for population minimums and data availability. The ranking covers 1990 ACS 5-year data.
How is median household income measured?
Median income of all households, as reported each year (nominal dollars, not inflation adjusted). Source: US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates (1990).