Lowest median household income, US counties · 2000
US counties with the lowest median household income in the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. Kalawao County, Hawaii leads at $9,333. 3,125 counties qualify in total. Kentucky carries 12 of the top 25 entries.
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Frequently asked
Which county has the lowest median household income?
Kalawao County, Hawaii ranks #1 with $9,333 (2000 American Community Survey).
What are the top 5 counties by median household income?
Kalawao County, Hawaii, Buffalo County, South Dakota, Owsley County, Kentucky, Clay County, Kentucky, Starr County, Texas.
How many counties are in this ranking?
3,125 counties qualify after filtering for population minimums and data availability. The ranking covers 2000 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 (2000).