Murray

KY

Calloway County, Kentucky

Population 38K |Median income $52,706 |1 hospital

Population
38,224
Calloway County
Median Income
$52,706
-22% vs avg
Median Home Value
$183,200
-20% vs avg
Median Age
35.9
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
38K+2%
Median Income
$52,706+33%
Median Home Value
$183,200+60%
Poverty Rate
17.2%-14%
Unemployment
4.4%-54%

Economics

Median Rent
$870/mo
Poverty Rate
17.2% +21% vs avg
Unemployment 4.4%
Bachelor's Degree+ 31.2%
Work From Home 6%
Public Transit 0.1%

Population

White 88.3%
African American 4.1%
Two or More Ethnicities 2.1%
Asian 1.8%

Health Profile 2 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
39.3%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 59.3%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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1
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Average Rating
2/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
MURRAY-CALLOWAY COUNTY HOSPITAL
MURRAY · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Murray Area 6

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Murray, KY?
Murray, KY has a population of 38,224 people, located in Calloway County, Kentucky.
What is the median household income in Murray?
The median household income in Murray, KY is $52,706 per year. The poverty rate is 17.2%.
What is the median home value in Murray?
The median home value in Murray, KY is $183,200. Median rent is $870/month.
What are the top health concerns in Murray?
The top health indicators in Murray include Short Sleep Duration (39.3%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Murray?
Murray has 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Murray?
The median age in Murray, KY is 35.9 years. 31.2% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Murray, KY is located in Calloway County, Kentucky. With a population of 38K and a median household income of $52,706, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Murray 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 (Calloway 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.