Owensboro

KY

Daviess County, Kentucky

Population 104K |Median income $68,214 |1 hospital

Population
103,648
Daviess County
Median Income
$68,214
Near average
Median Home Value
$199,900
-12% vs avg
Median Age
38.6
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
104K+7%
Median Income
$68,214+47%
Median Home Value
$199,900+81%
Poverty Rate
14.7%-3%
Unemployment
4.4%-41%

Economics

Median Rent
$918/mo
Poverty Rate
14.7% +4% vs avg
Unemployment 4.4%
Bachelor's Degree+ 26.2%
Work From Home 6.1%
Public Transit 0.4%

Population

White 85.7%
African American 4.1%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.8%
Asian 2.1%

Health Profile 2 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
37.6%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 60.6%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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0
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1
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Average Rating
2/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
OWENSBORO HEALTH REGIONAL HOSPITAL
OWENSBORO · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Owensboro Area 6

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Owensboro, KY?
Owensboro, KY has a population of 103,648 people, located in Daviess County, Kentucky.
What is the median household income in Owensboro?
The median household income in Owensboro, KY is $68,214 per year. The poverty rate is 14.7%.
What is the median home value in Owensboro?
The median home value in Owensboro, KY is $199,900. Median rent is $918/month.
What are the top health concerns in Owensboro?
The top health indicators in Owensboro include Short Sleep Duration (37.6%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Owensboro?
Owensboro has 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Owensboro?
The median age in Owensboro, KY is 38.6 years. 26.2% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Owensboro, KY is located in Daviess County, Kentucky. With a population of 104K and a median household income of $68,214, 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 Owensboro 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 (Daviess 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.