Paducah

KY

McCracken County, Kentucky

Population 68K |Median income $64,373

Population
67,564
McCracken County
Median Income
$64,373
-5% vs avg
Median Home Value
$188,100
-17% vs avg
Median Age
42.3
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
68K+3%
Median Income
$64,373+43%
Median Home Value
$188,100+60%
Poverty Rate
15.2%-6%
Unemployment
3.2%-61%

Economics

Median Rent
$898/mo
Poverty Rate
15.2% +7% vs avg
Unemployment 3.2%
Bachelor's Degree+ 29%
Work From Home 8.3%
Public Transit 0.7%

Population

White 82%
African American 9.7%
Two or More Ethnicities 4%
Asian 0.9%

Health Profile 2 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
40.3%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 56.8%

Alerts & News — Paducah Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Elliott, Johnson, Magoffin, Martin, and Morgan Counties

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Southeastern Kentucky Counties Until 4:45 AM EDT

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Tri-State Area of Kentucky, Ohio, and West Virginia

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Southeastern and East Central Kentucky

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Pulaski and Rockcastle Counties in Kentucky

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of Northern Kentucky and South Central Ohio

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 5

What is the population of Paducah, KY? ▼
Paducah, KY has a population of 67,564 people, located in McCracken County, Kentucky.
What is the median household income in Paducah? ▼
The median household income in Paducah, KY is $64,373 per year. The poverty rate is 15.2%.
What is the median home value in Paducah? ▼
The median home value in Paducah, KY is $188,100. Median rent is $898/month.
What are the top health concerns in Paducah? ▼
The top health indicators in Paducah include Short Sleep Duration (40.3%). Data from CDC PLACES.
What is the median age in Paducah? ▼
The median age in Paducah, KY is 42.3 years. 29% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Paducah, KY is located in McCracken County, Kentucky. With a population of 68K and a median household income of $64,373, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration. Safety alerts for the Paducah 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 (McCracken 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.