Taylor County's 2026 population is estimated at 27,263, reflecting a 0.84% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Taylor County is the 41st largest county in Kentucky. The 2010 population was 24,635 and has grown 10.67% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 37.8 years
Female: 38.5 years
Male: 35.7 years
There are 20,314 adults, (4,794 of whom are seniors) in Taylor County.
Female: 13,093 (49.6%)
Male: 13,304 (50.4%)
The racial composition of Taylor County includes 88.39% White, 4.64% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for Asian, other race, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 23,332 | 88.39% |
| Two or more races | 1,456 | 5.52% |
| Black or African American | 1,226 | 4.64% |
| Asian | 258 | 0.98% |
| Other race | 82 | 0.31% |
| Native American | 43 | 0.16% |
Taylor County 's average per capita income is $41,496. Household income levels show a median of $60,456. The poverty rate stands at 17.46%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $92,067 | - |
| Families | $81,452 | $90,833 |
| Households | $60,456 | $72,281 |
| Non Families | $29,463 | $39,376 |
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