Middlesboro

KY

Bell County, Kentucky

Population 24K |Median income $31,354 |2 hospitals

Population
23,509
Bell County
Median Income
$31,354
-54% vs avg
Median Home Value
$89,000
-61% vs avg
Median Age
41.7
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
24K-17%
Median Income
$31,354+20%
Median Home Value
$89,000+32%
Poverty Rate
28.8%-14%
Unemployment
10.1%-21%

Economics

Median Rent
$592/mo
Poverty Rate
28.8% +103% vs avg
Unemployment 10.1%
Bachelor's Degree+ 15.8%
Work From Home 4.4%
Public Transit 0.3%

Population

White 92.6%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.6%
African American 3%
Asian 0.3%

Health Profile 2 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
41.5%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 49.2%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
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0
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0
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1
0
Average Rating
2/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
1
MIDDLESBORO ARH HOSPITAL
MIDDLESBORO · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Middlesboro Area 6

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Middlesboro, KY?
Middlesboro, KY has a population of 23,509 people, located in Bell County, Kentucky.
What is the median household income in Middlesboro?
The median household income in Middlesboro, KY is $31,354 per year. The poverty rate is 28.8%.
What is the median home value in Middlesboro?
The median home value in Middlesboro, KY is $89,000. Median rent is $592/month.
What are the top health concerns in Middlesboro?
The top health indicators in Middlesboro include Short Sleep Duration (41.5%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Middlesboro?
Middlesboro has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Middlesboro?
The median age in Middlesboro, KY is 41.7 years. 15.8% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Middlesboro, KY is located in Bell County, Kentucky. With a population of 24K and a median household income of $31,354, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Middlesboro area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Bell County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.