Lexington, KY
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321,354
TOTAL POPULATION
157,988
MALE POPULATION
163,366
FEMALE POPULATION
96.71
MALES / 100 FEMALES
103.40
FEMALES / 100 MALES
35.0
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$37,475
PER CAPITA INCOME
$84,028
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$61,526
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
23.5%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
76.5¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$10,514
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.49
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
177,604
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
68.0%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.9%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Lexington Zip Codes
Race in Lexington
The most populous races in Lexington are White / Caucasian (234,096 | 72.9%), Black / African American (46,891 | 14.6%), and Hispanic or Latino (23,668 | 7.4%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 12,841 | 4.0% |
| Black / African American | 46,891 | 14.6% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 54 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 23,668 | 7.4% |
| Native / Alaskan | 530 | 0.2% |
| White / Caucasian | 234,096 | 72.9% |
| Two or more Races | 17,254 | 5.4% |
| Some other Race | 9,688 | 3.0% |
| Total | 321,354 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Lexington
The most populous ancestries reported in Lexington are German (42,094 | 13.1%), English (39,002 | 12.1%), Irish (35,337 | 11.0%), American (26,396 | 8.2%), and Mexican (15,189 | 4.7%), together accounting for 49.2% of all Lexington residents.
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Afghan | 81 | 0.0% |
| African | 2,059 | 0.6% |
| Albanian | 259 | 0.1% |
| Alsatian | 2 | 0.0% |
| American | 26,396 | 8.2% |
| Apache | 30 | 0.0% |
| Arab | 3,033 | 0.9% |
| Argentinean | 134 | 0.0% |
| Armenian | 111 | 0.0% |
| Australian | 72 | 0.0% |
| Austrian | 494 | 0.2% |
| Bahamian | 47 | 0.0% |
| Bangladeshi | 41 | 0.0% |
| Basque | 10 | 0.0% |
| Belgian | 445 | 0.1% |
| Belizean | 37 | 0.0% |
| Bhutanese | 302 | 0.1% |
| Blackfeet | 42 | 0.0% |
| Bolivian | 8 | 0.0% |
| Brazilian | 68 | 0.0% |
| British | 4,002 | 1.3% |
| Bulgarian | 258 | 0.1% |
| Burmese | 4 | 0.0% |
| Cajun | 87 | 0.0% |
| Cambodian | 437 | 0.1% |
| Canadian | 511 | 0.2% |
| Cape Verdean | 56 | 0.0% |
| Celtic | 21 | 0.0% |
| Central American | 3,083 | 1.0% |
| Central American Indian | 85 | 0.0% |
| Cherokee | 1,104 | 0.3% |
| Cheyenne | 6 | 0.0% |
| Chickasaw | 29 | 0.0% |
| Chilean | 75 | 0.0% |
| Chinese | 3,807 | 1.2% |
| Choctaw | 38 | 0.0% |
| Colombian | 271 | 0.1% |
| Comanche | 1 | 0.0% |
| Costa Rican | 63 | 0.0% |
| Croatian | 181 | 0.1% |
| Cuban | 528 | 0.2% |
| Czech | 484 | 0.2% |
| Czechoslovakian | 223 | 0.1% |
| Danish | 474 | 0.2% |
| Dominican | 117 | 0.0% |
| Dutch | 3,412 | 1.1% |
| Eastern European | 716 | 0.2% |
| Ecuadorian | 32 | 0.0% |
| Egyptian | 292 | 0.1% |
| English | 39,002 | 12.1% |
| Ethiopian | 41 | 0.0% |
| European | 8,023 | 2.5% |
| Filipino | 1,319 | 0.4% |
| Finnish | 153 | 0.1% |
| French | 5,204 | 1.6% |
| French Canadian | 735 | 0.2% |
| German | 42,094 | 13.1% |
| German Russian | 127 | 0.0% |
| Ghanaian | 268 | 0.1% |
| Greek | 904 | 0.3% |
| Guamanian / Chamorro | 4 | 0.0% |
| Guatemalan | 733 | 0.2% |
| Guyanese | 25 | 0.0% |
| Haitian | 453 | 0.1% |
| Honduran | 1,700 | 0.5% |
| Houma | 6 | 0.0% |
| Hungarian | 914 | 0.3% |
| Icelander | 48 | 0.0% |
| Indian (Asian) | 3,646 | 1.1% |
| Indonesian | 186 | 0.1% |
| Inupiat | 7 | 0.0% |
| Iranian | 650 | 0.2% |
| Iraqi | 208 | 0.1% |
| Irish | 35,337 | 11.0% |
| Iroquois | 103 | 0.0% |
| Israeli | 50 | 0.0% |
| Italian | 9,901 | 3.1% |
| Jamaican | 393 | 0.1% |
| Japanese | 1,425 | 0.4% |
| Jordanian | 192 | 0.1% |
| Kenyan | 67 | 0.0% |
| Korean | 1,197 | 0.4% |
| Laotian | 62 | 0.0% |
| Latvian | 36 | 0.0% |
| Lebanese | 448 | 0.1% |
| Lithuanian | 349 | 0.1% |
| Luxembourger | 34 | 0.0% |
| Macedonian | 123 | 0.0% |
| Malaysian | 28 | 0.0% |
| Mexican | 15,189 | 4.7% |
| Mexican American Indian | 267 | 0.1% |
| Mongolian | 57 | 0.0% |
| Moroccan | 45 | 0.0% |
| Native Hawaiian | 81 | 0.0% |
| Navajo | 87 | 0.0% |
| Nepalese | 1,250 | 0.4% |
| New Zealander | 46 | 0.0% |
| Nicaraguan | 54 | 0.0% |
| Nigerian | 570 | 0.2% |
| Northern European | 580 | 0.2% |
| Norwegian | 1,655 | 0.5% |
| Osage | 19 | 0.0% |
| Pakistani | 254 | 0.1% |
| Palestinian | 243 | 0.1% |
| Panamanian | 212 | 0.1% |
| Pennsylvania German | 30 | 0.0% |
| Peruvian | 515 | 0.2% |
| Polish | 5,118 | 1.6% |
| Portuguese | 559 | 0.2% |
| Puerto Rican | 1,989 | 0.6% |
| Romanian | 175 | 0.1% |
| Russian | 1,348 | 0.4% |
| Salvadoran | 313 | 0.1% |
| Samoan | 35 | 0.0% |
| Scandinavian | 905 | 0.3% |
| Scotch-Irish | 6,287 | 2.0% |
| Scottish | 8,292 | 2.6% |
| Seminole | 13 | 0.0% |
| Senegalese | 30 | 0.0% |
| Serbian | 62 | 0.0% |
| Shoshone | 11 | 0.0% |
| Sierra Leonean | 8 | 0.0% |
| Sioux | 38 | 0.0% |
| Slavic | 75 | 0.0% |
| Slovak | 382 | 0.1% |
| Slovene | 132 | 0.0% |
| South African | 137 | 0.0% |
| South American | 1,480 | 0.5% |
| South American Indian | 12 | 0.0% |
| Spaniard | 503 | 0.2% |
| Spanish | 166 | 0.1% |
| Subsaharan African | 5,036 | 1.6% |
| Sudanese | 72 | 0.0% |
| Swedish | 1,630 | 0.5% |
| Swiss | 702 | 0.2% |
| Syrian | 82 | 0.0% |
| Taiwanese | 283 | 0.1% |
| Thai | 313 | 0.1% |
| Tohono O'Odham | 32 | 0.0% |
| Trinidadian and Tobagonian | 77 | 0.0% |
| Turkish | 193 | 0.1% |
| Ugandan | 52 | 0.0% |
| Ukrainian | 814 | 0.3% |
| Uruguayan | 6 | 0.0% |
| Venezuelan | 439 | 0.1% |
| Vietnamese | 715 | 0.2% |
| Welsh | 3,438 | 1.1% |
| West Indian | 39 | 0.0% |
| Yugoslavian | 40 | 0.0% | View All 149 Rows |
Sex and Age in Lexington
Sex and Age in Lexington
The most populous age groups in Lexington are 20 to 24 Years (16,232 | 10.3%) for men and 20 to 24 Years (16,729 | 10.2%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 9,638 (6.1%) | 9,216 (5.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 9,715 (6.1%) | 9,535 (5.8%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 9,494 (6.0%) | 8,813 (5.4%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 11,360 (7.2%) | 11,405 (7.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 16,232 (10.3%) | 16,729 (10.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 13,128 (8.3%) | 12,626 (7.7%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 11,633 (7.4%) | 11,337 (6.9%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 10,997 (7.0%) | 11,624 (7.1%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 10,424 (6.6%) | 9,317 (5.7%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 9,570 (6.1%) | 9,516 (5.8%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 9,359 (5.9%) | 9,165 (5.6%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 9,579 (6.1%) | 9,484 (5.8%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 8,073 (5.1%) | 10,017 (6.1%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 7,192 (4.5%) | 8,384 (5.1%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 5,052 (3.2%) | 6,072 (3.7%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 3,391 (2.1%) | 4,217 (2.6%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 1,549 (1.0%) | 3,040 (1.9%) |
| 85 Years and over | 1,602 (1.0%) | 2,869 (1.8%) |
| Total | 157,988 (100.0%) | 163,366 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Lexington
Median Family Size in Lexington
The median family size in Lexington is 2.97 persons per family, with married-couple families (54,287 | 72.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.04 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (6,196 | 8.2%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.46 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 54,287 (72.2%) | 3.04 |
| Single Male/Father | 6,196 (8.2%) | 2.46 |
| Single Female/Mother | 14,704 (19.6%) | 2.90 |
| Total Families | 75,187 (100.0%) | 2.97 |
Median Household Size in Lexington
The median household size in Lexington is 2.30 persons per household, with single female/mother households (14,704 | 11.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.15 persons per household. non-family households (59,042 | 44.0%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.33 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 54,287 (40.4%) | 3.06 |
| Single Male/Father | 6,196 (4.6%) | 2.91 |
| Single Female/Mother | 14,704 (11.0%) | 3.15 |
| Non-family | 59,042 (44.0%) | 1.33 |
| Total Households | 134,229 (100.0%) | 2.30 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Lexington
Out of a total of 134,229 households in Lexington, 75,187 (56.0%) are family households, while 59,042 (44.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 34,306, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 44,400.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 44,400 (33.1%) |
| 2-Person Households | 34,306 (25.6%) | 11,692 (8.7%) |
| 3-Person Households | 17,401 (13.0%) | 1,835 (1.4%) |
| 4-Person Households | 14,498 (10.8%) | 842 (0.6%) |
| 5-Person Households | 5,587 (4.2%) | 164 (0.1%) |
| 6-Person Households | 2,282 (1.7%) | 109 (0.1%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 1,113 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 75,187 (56.0%) | 59,042 (44.0%) |
Female Fertility in Lexington
Fertility by Age in Lexington
Average fertility rate in Lexington is 50.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 76.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 74.0% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 49 (1.2%) | 4.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 3,109 (74.0%) | 76.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 1,043 (24.8%) | 32.0 |
| Total | 4,201 (100.0%) | 50.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Lexington
69.5% of women with births (4,201) in Lexington are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 22.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 49 (100.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 2,108 (67.8%) | 1,001 (32.2%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 814 (78.0%) | 229 (22.0%) |
| Total | 2,920 (69.5%) | 1,281 (30.5%) |
Fertility by Education in Lexington
Average fertility rate in Lexington is 50.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 73.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 38.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 29.2% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 373 (8.9%) | 38.0 |
| High School Diploma | 766 (18.2%) | 60.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 1,227 (29.2%) | 45.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 926 (22.0%) | 42.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 909 (21.6%) | 73.0 |
| Total | 4,201 (100.0%) | 50.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Lexington
30.5% of women with births in Lexington are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are most likely to be married with 98.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 53.6% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 173 (46.4%) | 200 (53.6%) |
| High School Diploma | 490 (64.0%) | 276 (36.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 578 (47.1%) | 649 (52.9%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 789 (85.2%) | 137 (14.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 891 (98.0%) | 18 (2.0%) |
| Total | 2,920 (69.5%) | 1,281 (30.5%) |
Income in Lexington
Income Overview in Lexington
Per Capita Income in Lexington is $37,475, while median incomes of families and households are $84,028 and $61,526 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 321,354 | $37,475 |
| Median Family Income | 75,187 | $84,028 |
| Mean Family Income | 75,187 | $112,192 |
| Median Household Income | 134,229 | $61,526 |
| Mean Household Income | 134,229 | $88,901 |
| Income Deficit | 75,187 | $10,514 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 321,354 | 23.47% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 321,354 | 76.53¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 321,354 | 0.49 |
Earnings by Sex in Lexington
Average Earnings in Lexington are $33,677, $38,725 for men and $29,637 for women, a difference of 23.5%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 97,828 (51.4%) | $38,725 |
| Female | 92,391 (48.6%) | $29,637 |
| Total | 190,219 (100.0%) | $33,677 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Lexington
The most common earnings brackets in Lexington are $100,000+ for men (13,680 | 14.0%) and $100,000+ for women (6,408 | 6.9%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 5,766 (5.9%) | 6,291 (6.8%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 3,795 (3.9%) | 5,545 (6.0%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 3,680 (3.8%) | 5,643 (6.1%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 2,773 (2.8%) | 3,907 (4.2%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 3,656 (3.7%) | 3,317 (3.6%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 2,731 (2.8%) | 3,035 (3.3%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 3,104 (3.2%) | 3,027 (3.3%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 2,073 (2.1%) | 2,938 (3.2%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 4,179 (4.3%) | 4,357 (4.7%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 1,992 (2.0%) | 2,494 (2.7%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 5,625 (5.8%) | 6,038 (6.5%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 5,738 (5.9%) | 6,351 (6.9%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 5,040 (5.1%) | 5,414 (5.9%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 5,509 (5.6%) | 5,228 (5.7%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 3,732 (3.8%) | 3,392 (3.7%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 4,973 (5.1%) | 3,652 (4.0%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 6,535 (6.7%) | 5,581 (6.0%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 5,176 (5.3%) | 3,588 (3.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 8,071 (8.3%) | 6,185 (6.7%) |
| $100,000+ | 13,680 (14.0%) | 6,408 (6.9%) |
| Total | 97,828 (100.0%) | 92,391 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Lexington
Average earnings in Lexington are $47,378 for men and $37,187 for women, a difference of 21.5%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $75,375, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $25,676. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $59,944, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $19,856.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $25,676 | $19,856 |
| High School Diploma | $33,483 | $26,076 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $40,900 | $31,096 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $60,611 | $43,313 |
| Graduate Degree | $75,375 | $59,944 |
| Total | $47,378 | $37,187 |
Family Income in Lexington
Family Income Brackets in Lexington
According to the Lexington family income data, there are 14,812 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 19.7% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 1,203 families (1.6%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 3,158 | 4.2% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 1,203 | 1.6% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 4,361 | 5.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 4,812 | 6.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 6,767 | 9.0% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 13,158 | 17.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 11,052 | 14.7% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 14,812 | 19.7% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 7,143 | 9.5% |
| $200,000+ | 8,797 | 11.7% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Lexington
4-person families (13,778 | 18.3%) account for the highest median family income in Lexington with $104,119 per family, while 2-person families (37,412 | 49.8%) have the highest median income of $39,251 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 37,412 (49.8%) | $78,502 |
| 3-Person Families | 16,250 (21.6%) | $83,871 |
| 4-Person Families | 13,778 (18.3%) | $104,119 |
| 5-Person Families | 4,934 (6.6%) | $97,596 |
| 6-Person Families | 1,913 (2.5%) | $86,750 |
| 7+ Person Families | 900 (1.2%) | $71,219 |
| Total | 75,187 (100.0%) | $84,028 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Lexington
The median family income in Lexington is $84,028, with families comprising 3+ earners (7,294) having the highest median family income of $118,182, while families with no earners (8,436) have the lowest median family income of $53,704, accounting for 9.7% and 11.2% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 8,436 (11.2%) | $53,704 |
| 1 Earner | 23,930 (31.8%) | $56,803 |
| 2 Earners | 35,527 (47.2%) | $106,151 |
| 3+ Earners | 7,294 (9.7%) | $118,182 |
| Total | 75,187 (100.0%) | $84,028 |
Household Income in Lexington
Household Income Brackets in Lexington
With 23,624 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Lexington, accounting for 17.6% of all households. In contrast, only 4,698 households (3.5%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 9,530 | 7.1% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 4,698 | 3.5% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 11,946 | 8.9% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 12,752 | 9.5% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 16,242 | 12.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 23,624 | 17.6% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 16,510 | 12.3% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 20,000 | 14.9% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 8,456 | 6.3% |
| $200,000+ | 10,470 | 7.8% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Lexington
The median household income in Lexington is $61,526, with the highest median household income of $77,844 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 44,268 households (33.0%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $24,499, with 12,553 households (9.3%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 12,553 (9.3%) | $24,499 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 48,999 (36.5%) | $66,650 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 44,268 (33.0%) | $77,844 |
| 65+ Years | 28,409 (21.2%) | $54,938 |
| Total | 134,229 (100.0%) | $61,526 |
Poverty in Lexington
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Lexington
With 14.7% poverty level for males and 16.7% for females among the residents of Lexington, 18 to 24 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 6,691 males (35.7%) and 7,574 females (40.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 2,213 (23.6%) | 1,679 (18.9%) |
| 5 Years | 472 (26.8%) | 407 (22.6%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 2,123 (18.3%) | 2,073 (18.6%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 703 (12.9%) | 681 (13.4%) |
| 15 Years | 435 (20.4%) | 169 (10.5%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 682 (19.7%) | 635 (17.4%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 6,691 (35.7%) | 7,574 (40.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 2,473 (10.3%) | 4,264 (17.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,830 (8.8%) | 2,680 (12.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,596 (8.7%) | 2,116 (11.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,014 (11.6%) | 1,767 (9.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 675 (5.6%) | 965 (6.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 387 (6.1%) | 1,197 (12.5%) |
| Total | 22,294 (14.7%) | 26,207 (16.7%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Lexington
According to the poverty statistics in Lexington, males aged 65 to 74 years and females aged 65 to 74 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 94.4% of males and 93.2% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 7,165 (76.4%) | 7,213 (81.1%) |
| 5 Years | 1,289 (73.2%) | 1,397 (77.4%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 9,487 (81.7%) | 9,072 (81.4%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 4,761 (87.1%) | 4,385 (86.6%) |
| 15 Years | 1,702 (79.6%) | 1,439 (89.5%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 2,787 (80.3%) | 3,003 (82.6%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 12,047 (64.3%) | 10,998 (59.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 21,553 (89.7%) | 19,602 (82.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 18,861 (91.2%) | 18,096 (87.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 16,825 (91.3%) | 16,486 (88.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 15,303 (88.4%) | 17,624 (90.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 11,375 (94.4%) | 13,322 (93.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 5,969 (93.9%) | 8,381 (87.5%) |
| Total | 129,124 (85.3%) | 131,018 (83.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Lexington
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Lexington show that 3.9% or 2,105 of the total 54,287 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 20.9%, comprising of 97 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 2.6%, which includes 805 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 30,187 (97.4%) | 805 (2.6%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 18,081 (96.2%) | 720 (3.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 3,548 (88.0%) | 483 (12.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 366 (79.0%) | 97 (20.9%) |
| Total | 52,182 (96.1%) | 2,105 (3.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Lexington
According to the poverty data in Lexington, 17.9% or 1,109 single-father households and 28.1% or 4,128 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 106 households (34.6%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 191 households (81.3%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 185 (8.2%) | 517 (9.2%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 818 (22.5%) | 2,421 (33.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 106 (34.6%) | 999 (62.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 191 (81.3%) |
| Total | 1,109 (17.9%) | 4,128 (28.1%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Lexington
The poverty data for Lexington shows that 2,105 of the married-couple family households (3.9%) and 5,237 of the single-parent households (25.1%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 97 households (20.9%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 191 household (81.3%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 805 (2.6%) | 702 (8.9%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 720 (3.8%) | 3,239 (29.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 483 (12.0%) | 1,105 (57.6%) |
| 5 or more Children | 97 (20.9%) | 191 (81.3%) |
| Total | 2,105 (3.9%) | 5,237 (25.1%) |
Employment Characteristics in Lexington
Employment by Class of Employer in Lexington
Among the 164,765 employed individuals in Lexington, private company employees (105,538 | 64.0%), not-for-profit organizations (15,818 | 9.6%), and state government employees (15,668 | 9.5%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 105,538 | 64.0% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 6,479 | 3.9% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 8,519 | 5.2% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 15,818 | 9.6% |
| Local Government Employees | 9,390 | 5.7% |
| State Government Employees | 15,668 | 9.5% |
| Federal Government Employees | 3,025 | 1.8% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 328 | 0.2% |
| Total | 164,765 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Lexington
According to the labor force statistics for Lexington, out of the total population over 16 years of age (261,182), 68.0% or 177,604 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.9% or 8,703 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 87.5% or 20,099 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 17.5% or 1,367 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 7,811 (41.1%) | 1,367 (17.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 25,314 (76.8%) | 2,050 (8.1%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 22,432 (87.1%) | 942 (4.2%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 20,099 (87.5%) | 824 (4.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 36,135 (85.3%) | 1,192 (3.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 30,991 (82.4%) | 1,116 (3.6%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 14,145 (74.2%) | 509 (3.6%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 10,673 (59.0%) | 352 (3.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 8,464 (31.7%) | 254 (3.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,517 (9.1%) | 74 (4.9%) |
| Total | 177,604 (68.0%) | 8,703 (4.9%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Lexington
According to labor force statistics for Lexington, 81.1% of individuals (134,504) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (165,849) are in the labor force, with 3.7% or 4,977 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 87.7% or 68,027 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 10.4% or 787 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 7,570 (61.9%) | 1,272 (10.4%) |
| High School Diploma | 21,623 (72.0%) | 1,562 (5.2%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 37,229 (80.9%) | 2,117 (4.6%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 68,027 (87.7%) | 1,551 (2.0%) |
| Total | 134,504 (81.1%) | 6,136 (3.7%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Lexington
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Lexington are Community & Social Service (24,013 | 14.2%), Management (17,921 | 10.6%), Education Instruction & Library (14,372 | 8.5%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (14,232 | 8.4%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (11,392 | 6.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Lexington, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (79.9%), Computers & Mathematics (77.2%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (69.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (69.5%), Health Technologists (69.5%), and Education Instruction & Library (63.7%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 10,914 (60.9%) | 7,007 (39.1%) |
| Business & Financial | 4,733 (47.8%) | 5,158 (52.1%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 7,946 (69.8%) | 3,446 (30.2%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 3,477 (77.2%) | 1,029 (22.8%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 3,504 (79.9%) | 879 (20.1%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 965 (38.6%) | 1,538 (61.5%) |
| Community & Social Service | 9,813 (40.9%) | 14,200 (59.1%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 1,332 (45.0%) | 1,628 (55.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 1,289 (48.8%) | 1,353 (51.2%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 5,211 (36.3%) | 9,161 (63.7%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 1,981 (49.0%) | 2,058 (50.9%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 4,336 (30.5%) | 9,896 (69.5%) |
| Health Technologists | 3,281 (30.5%) | 7,465 (69.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 37,742 (48.7%) | 39,707 (51.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 86,313 (51.1%) | 82,419 (48.8%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Lexington are Food Preparation & Serving (10,078 | 6.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (5,364 | 3.2%), Personal Care & Service (5,296 | 3.1%), Healthcare Support (4,497 | 2.7%), and Security & Protection (2,396 | 1.4%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Lexington, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (82.6%), Security & Protection (78.0%), and Firefighting & Prevention (75.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (81.5%), Personal Care & Service (71.2%), and Food Preparation & Serving (60.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 834 (18.5%) | 3,663 (81.5%) |
| Security & Protection | 1,868 (78.0%) | 528 (22.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 1,097 (75.0%) | 365 (25.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 771 (82.6%) | 163 (17.4%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 4,028 (40.0%) | 6,050 (60.0%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 3,185 (59.4%) | 2,179 (40.6%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 1,525 (28.8%) | 3,771 (71.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 11,440 (41.4%) | 16,191 (58.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 86,313 (51.1%) | 82,419 (48.8%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Lexington are Office & Administration (18,100 | 10.7%), and Sales & Related (17,379 | 10.3%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 8,882 (51.1%) | 8,497 (48.9%) |
| Office & Administration | 5,321 (29.4%) | 12,779 (70.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 14,203 (40.0%) | 21,276 (60.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 86,313 (51.1%) | 82,419 (48.8%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Lexington are Construction & Extraction (4,946 | 2.9%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (3,397 | 2.0%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (1,098 | 0.6%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 894 (81.4%) | 204 (18.6%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 4,607 (93.1%) | 339 (6.9%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 3,156 (92.9%) | 241 (7.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 8,657 (91.7%) | 784 (8.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 86,313 (51.1%) | 82,419 (48.8%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Lexington are Production (7,958 | 4.7%), Material Moving (6,161 | 3.6%), and Transportation (4,613 | 2.7%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 5,618 (70.6%) | 2,340 (29.4%) |
| Transportation | 4,083 (88.5%) | 530 (11.5%) |
| Material Moving | 4,570 (74.2%) | 1,591 (25.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 14,271 (76.2%) | 4,461 (23.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 86,313 (51.1%) | 82,419 (48.8%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Lexington
Employment Industries in Lexington
The major employment industries in Lexington include Health Care & Social Assistance (25,691 | 15.2%), Educational Services (23,708 | 14.1%), Retail Trade (20,887 | 12.4%), Manufacturing (15,392 | 9.1%), and Professional & Scientific (12,883 | 7.6%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Lexington
The Lexington industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (87.5%), Construction (85.6%), and Utilities (77.8%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (75.1%), Educational Services (58.0%), and Accommodation & Food Services (54.6%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 1,666 (71.2%) | 675 (28.8%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 91 (87.5%) | 13 (12.5%) |
| Construction | 6,457 (85.6%) | 1,087 (14.4%) |
| Manufacturing | 10,948 (71.1%) | 4,444 (28.9%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 2,714 (71.4%) | 1,085 (28.6%) |
| Retail Trade | 10,853 (52.0%) | 10,034 (48.0%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 4,788 (74.1%) | 1,677 (25.9%) |
| Utilities | 529 (77.8%) | 151 (22.2%) |
| Information | 1,427 (64.6%) | 782 (35.4%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 2,828 (49.3%) | 2,912 (50.7%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 1,726 (52.7%) | 1,550 (47.3%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 7,242 (56.2%) | 5,641 (43.8%) |
| Enterprise Management | 250 (73.8%) | 89 (26.3%) |
| Administrative & Support | 3,808 (59.3%) | 2,614 (40.7%) |
| Educational Services | 9,969 (42.0%) | 13,739 (58.0%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 6,397 (24.9%) | 19,294 (75.1%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 2,164 (57.3%) | 1,611 (42.7%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 5,765 (45.4%) | 6,926 (54.6%) |
| Public Administration | 3,077 (53.6%) | 2,658 (46.4%) |
| Total | 86,313 (51.1%) | 82,419 (48.8%) |
Education in Lexington
School Enrollment in Lexington
The most common levels of schooling among the 89,634 students in Lexington are college / undergraduate (28,074 | 31.3%), elementary school (14,846 | 16.6%), and high school (14,374 | 16.0%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 4,493 | 5.0% |
| Kindergarten | 3,470 | 3.9% |
| Elementary School | 14,846 | 16.6% |
| Middle School | 14,369 | 16.0% |
| High School | 14,374 | 16.0% |
| College / Undergraduate | 28,074 | 31.3% |
| Graduate / Professional | 10,008 | 11.2% |
| Total | 89,634 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Lexington
Out of a total of 89,634 students who are enrolled in schools in Lexington, 14,073 (15.7%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 75,561 (84.3%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 2,231 (66.8% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 16,897 (92.4% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 1,110 (33.2%) | 2,231 (66.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 14,371 (80.6%) | 3,461 (19.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 15,147 (84.6%) | 2,764 (15.4%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 9,284 (85.0%) | 1,645 (15.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 8,906 (91.3%) | 852 (8.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 16,897 (92.4%) | 1,398 (7.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 6,681 (88.6%) | 859 (11.4%) |
| 35 Years and over | 3,191 (79.2%) | 837 (20.8%) |
| Total | 75,561 (84.3%) | 14,073 (15.7%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Lexington
Business (18,411 | 17.6%), science & technology (11,746 | 11.3%), education (11,446 | 11.0%), bio, nature & agricultural (8,694 | 8.3%), and engineering (8,439 | 8.1%) are the most common fields of study among 104,433 individuals in Lexington who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 3,822 | 3.7% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 8,694 | 8.3% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 3,050 | 2.9% |
| Psychology | 4,399 | 4.2% |
| Social Sciences | 8,036 | 7.7% |
| Engineering | 8,439 | 8.1% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 621 | 0.6% |
| Science & Technology | 11,746 | 11.3% |
| Business | 18,411 | 17.6% |
| Education | 11,446 | 11.0% |
| Literature & Languages | 5,508 | 5.3% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 5,075 | 4.9% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 3,547 | 3.4% |
| Communications | 4,849 | 4.6% |
| Arts & Humanities | 6,790 | 6.5% |
| Total | 104,433 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Lexington
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Lexington
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Lexington are males with 2 vehicles (40,601, accounting for 48.3%) and females with 2 vehicles (36,631, making up 51.7%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 3,560 (4.2%) | 2,033 (2.6%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 18,257 (21.7%) | 20,606 (26.2%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 40,601 (48.3%) | 36,631 (46.7%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 14,653 (17.4%) | 13,354 (17.0%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 5,361 (6.4%) | 4,084 (5.2%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 1,697 (2.0%) | 1,810 (2.3%) |
| Total | 84,129 (100.0%) | 78,518 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Lexington
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Lexington are 15 to 19 minutes (34,117 commuters, 22.6%), 20 to 24 minutes (29,924 commuters, 19.8%), and 10 to 14 minutes (25,690 commuters, 17.0%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 4,186 | 2.8% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 15,816 | 10.4% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 25,690 | 17.0% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 34,117 | 22.6% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 29,924 | 19.8% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 9,762 | 6.5% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 15,330 | 10.1% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 3,056 | 2.0% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 2,678 | 1.8% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 4,462 | 2.9% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 3,590 | 2.4% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 2,713 | 1.8% |
Commute Time by Sex in Lexington
The most common commute times in Lexington are 15 to 19 minutes (17,035 commuters, 21.9%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (17,082 commuters, 23.2%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 2,422 (3.1%) | 1,764 (2.4%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 7,768 (10.0%) | 8,048 (10.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 13,040 (16.8%) | 12,650 (17.2%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 17,035 (21.9%) | 17,082 (23.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 14,916 (19.2%) | 15,008 (20.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 4,587 (5.9%) | 5,175 (7.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 8,176 (10.5%) | 7,154 (9.7%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 1,603 (2.1%) | 1,453 (2.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 1,821 (2.3%) | 857 (1.2%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 2,665 (3.4%) | 1,797 (2.4%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 2,081 (2.7%) | 1,509 (2.1%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 1,591 (2.1%) | 1,122 (1.5%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Lexington
The most frequent times of departure to work in Lexington are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (10,829, 13.9%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (11,373, 15.4%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 2,898 (3.7%) | 1,393 (1.9%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 1,681 (2.2%) | 969 (1.3%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 3,799 (4.9%) | 2,284 (3.1%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 5,002 (6.4%) | 4,122 (5.6%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 7,305 (9.4%) | 6,679 (9.1%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 10,747 (13.8%) | 10,528 (14.3%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 10,829 (13.9%) | 11,373 (15.4%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 9,472 (12.2%) | 8,297 (11.3%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 4,505 (5.8%) | 5,819 (7.9%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 4,658 (6.0%) | 6,571 (8.9%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 3,023 (3.9%) | 2,630 (3.6%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 1,286 (1.7%) | 1,052 (1.4%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 6,491 (8.4%) | 5,677 (7.7%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 6,009 (7.7%) | 6,225 (8.5%) |
| Total | 77,705 (100.0%) | 73,619 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Lexington
Occupancy by Ownership in Lexington
Of the total 134,229 dwellings in Lexington, owner-occupied units account for 72,656 (54.1%), while renter-occupied units make up 61,573 (45.9%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 72,656 | 54.1% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 61,573 | 45.9% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 134,229 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Lexington
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 44,400 | 33.1% |
| 2-Person Household | 45,998 | 34.3% |
| 3-Person Household | 19,236 | 14.3% |
| 4+ Person Household | 24,595 | 18.3% |
| Total Housing Units | 134,229 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Lexington
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 19,121 (43.1%) | 25,279 (56.9%) |
| 2-Person Household | 27,972 (60.8%) | 18,026 (39.2%) |
| 3-Person Household | 10,734 (55.8%) | 8,502 (44.2%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 14,829 (60.3%) | 9,766 (39.7%) |
| Total Housing Units | 72,656 (54.1%) | 61,573 (45.9%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Lexington
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 2,626 (31.3%) | 5,767 (68.7%) |
| High School Diploma | 9,285 (43.3%) | 12,180 (56.7%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 19,277 (46.3%) | 22,400 (53.7%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 41,468 (66.1%) | 21,226 (33.9%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Lexington
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 37,691 | 28.1% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 23,861 | 17.8% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 21,422 | 16.0% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 22,846 | 17.0% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 16,740 | 12.5% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 8,538 | 6.4% |
| 85 Years and Over | 3,131 | 2.3% |
| Total | 134,229 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Lexington
Median Income by Occupancy in Lexington
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 72,656 (54.1%) | $92,370 |
| Renter-Occupied | 61,573 (45.9%) | $38,373 |
| Average | 134,229 (100.0%) | $61,526 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Lexington
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 1,021 (1.4%) | 3,645 (5.9%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 836 (1.1%) | 4,027 (6.5%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 1,051 (1.5%) | 3,599 (5.9%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 1,309 (1.8%) | 3,951 (6.4%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 2,111 (2.9%) | 4,555 (7.4%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 4,140 (5.7%) | 8,581 (13.9%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 6,700 (9.2%) | 9,478 (15.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 11,895 (16.4%) | 11,789 (19.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 10,925 (15.0%) | 5,645 (9.2%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 15,870 (21.8%) | 4,170 (6.8%) |
| $150,000 or more | 16,798 (23.1%) | 2,133 (3.5%) |
| Total | 72,656 (100.0%) | 61,573 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Lexington
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 2,429 (3.3%) | 1,391 (2.3%) |
| $300 to $499 | 9,118 (12.6%) | 2,399 (3.9%) |
| $500 to $799 | 11,906 (16.4%) | 14,493 (23.5%) |
| $800 to $999 | 7,438 (10.2%) | 13,765 (22.4%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 19,937 (27.4%) | 20,471 (33.3%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 10,760 (14.8%) | 4,803 (7.8%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 5,286 (7.3%) | 1,370 (2.2%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 2,377 (3.3%) | 322 (0.5%) |
| $3,000 or more | 3,405 (4.7%) | 255 (0.4%) |
| Total | 72,656 (100.0%) | 61,573 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Lexington
Housing Structures in Lexington
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 81,754 | 60.9% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 9,056 | 6.8% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 4,438 | 3.3% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 5,892 | 4.4% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 9,283 | 6.9% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 22,467 | 16.7% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,339 | 1.0% |
| Total | 134,229 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Lexington
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 65,908 (80.6%) | 15,846 (19.4%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 3,659 (40.4%) | 5,397 (59.6%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 309 (7.0%) | 4,129 (93.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 469 (8.0%) | 5,423 (92.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 356 (3.8%) | 8,927 (96.2%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 1,013 (4.5%) | 21,454 (95.5%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 942 (70.4%) | 397 (29.6%) |
| Total | 72,656 (54.1%) | 61,573 (45.9%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Lexington
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 147 (0.2%) | 3,159 (5.1%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 1,106 (1.5%) | 16,561 (26.9%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 15,998 (22.0%) | 29,601 (48.1%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 26,914 (37.0%) | 9,460 (15.4%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 28,491 (39.2%) | 2,792 (4.5%) |
| Total | 72,656 (100.0%) | 61,573 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Lexington
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 41,197 (56.7%) | 16,239 (26.4%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 677 (0.9%) | 632 (1.0%) |
| Electricity | 30,291 (41.7%) | 44,167 (71.7%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 78 (0.1%) | 77 (0.1%) |
| Coal or Coke | 39 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 236 (0.3%) | 219 (0.4%) |
| No Fuel Used | 138 (0.2%) | 239 (0.4%) |
| Total | 72,656 (100.0%) | 61,573 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Lexington
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 1,364 (1.9%) | 8,918 (14.5%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 19,861 (27.3%) | 28,350 (46.0%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 35,392 (48.7%) | 18,855 (30.6%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 16,039 (22.1%) | 5,450 (8.8%) |
| Total | 72,656 (100.0%) | 61,573 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Lexington
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Lexington
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 22,789 | 49,867 |
| Median Property Value | $223,800 | $213,400 |
| Median Household Income | $70,739 | $12,768 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $510 | $3,399 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,963 | $1,009 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Lexington
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 1,089 (4.8%) | 668 (1.3%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 1,753 (7.7%) | 3,008 (6.0%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 12,856 (56.4%) | 31,663 (63.5%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 4,861 (21.3%) | 10,309 (20.7%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 1,370 (6.0%) | 2,737 (5.5%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 482 (2.1%) | 967 (1.9%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 378 (1.7%) | 515 (1.0%) |
| Total | 22,789 (100.0%) | 49,867 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Lexington
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 1,122 (4.9%) | 1,058 (2.1%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 2,505 (11.0%) | 735 (1.5%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 1,976 (8.7%) | 1,966 (3.9%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 2,297 (10.1%) | 2,164 (4.3%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 4,263 (18.7%) | 4,403 (8.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,924 (12.8%) | 7,632 (15.3%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 3,672 (16.1%) | 8,001 (16.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 4,030 (17.7%) | 12,198 (24.5%) |
| Total | 22,789 (100.0%) | 49,867 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Lexington
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 7,440 (32.7%) | 100,151 (200.8%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 4,350 (19.1%) | 21,785 (43.7%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 2,723 (11.9%) | 12,721 (25.5%) |
| 4.0x or more | 8,059 (35.4%) | 6,185 (12.4%) |
| Total | 22,789 (100.0%) | 49,867 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Lexington
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 2,646 (11.6%) | 150 (0.3%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 4,994 (21.9%) | 3,240 (6.5%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 14,420 (63.3%) | 11,009 (22.1%) |
| Total | 22,789 (100.0%) | 49,867 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Lexington
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lexington
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 21,733 (96.7%) | 746 (3.3%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 48,752 (96.9%) | 1,544 (3.1%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 39,997 (90.9%) | 3,986 (9.1%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 37,601 (87.4%) | 5,405 (12.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 37,004 (89.4%) | 4,391 (10.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 34,059 (91.9%) | 2,988 (8.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 34,453 (93.9%) | 2,255 (6.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 26,151 (99.3%) | 186 (0.7%) |
| 75 Years and older | 15,886 (99.7%) | 48 (0.3%) |
| Total | 295,636 (93.2%) | 21,549 (6.8%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Lexington
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 21,733 (96.7%) | 746 (3.3%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 48,752 (96.9%) | 1,544 (3.1%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 39,997 (90.9%) | 3,986 (9.1%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Lexington
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 39,233 (88.3%) | 5,186 (11.7%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 50,971 (88.6%) | 6,529 (11.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 50,564 (92.7%) | 4,005 (7.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 38,037 (93.0%) | 2,871 (7.0%) |
| $100,000 and over | 109,041 (97.7%) | 2,540 (2.3%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lexington
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 9,283 (41.3%) | 12,916 (57.5%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 18,101 (36.0%) | 32,462 (64.5%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 6,884 (15.7%) | 33,973 (77.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 7,542 (17.5%) | 31,117 (72.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 6,948 (16.8%) | 31,219 (75.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 6,653 (18.0%) | 28,401 (76.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 8,851 (24.1%) | 28,010 (76.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 24,846 (94.3%) | 16,547 (62.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 15,743 (98.8%) | 10,336 (64.9%) |
| Total | 104,851 (33.1%) | 224,981 (70.9%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Lexington
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 202 (2.1%) | 6 (0.1%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 2,128 (8.6%) | 994 (4.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 3,462 (7.6%) | 3,098 (6.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 7,580 (13.5%) | 8,274 (14.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,877 (23.9%) | 3,238 (22.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 3,027 (47.6%) | 4,904 (51.2%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Lexington
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 77 (0.8%) | 6 (0.1%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 197 (0.8%) | 100 (0.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 453 (1.0%) | 244 (0.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 1,725 (3.1%) | 1,647 (2.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,265 (10.5%) | 887 (6.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,532 (24.1%) | 1,778 (18.6%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 125 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 168 (0.7%) | 62 (0.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 551 (1.2%) | 453 (1.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 1,732 (3.1%) | 1,353 (2.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 481 (4.0%) | 600 (4.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 492 (7.7%) | 932 (9.7%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 1,797 (7.2%) | 794 (3.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 2,308 (5.0%) | 2,197 (4.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 3,456 (6.1%) | 3,364 (5.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 386 (3.2%) | 653 (4.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 564 (8.9%) | 1,342 (14.0%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 157 (0.6%) | 105 (0.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 436 (0.9%) | 251 (0.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 3,502 (6.2%) | 4,944 (8.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,426 (11.8%) | 2,217 (15.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,861 (29.3%) | 3,599 (37.6%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 236 (0.9%) | 222 (0.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 160 (0.4%) | 178 (0.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 1,033 (1.8%) | 1,527 (2.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 289 (2.4%) | 563 (3.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 508 (8.0%) | 1,316 (13.7%) |
Technology Access in Lexington
Computing Device Access in Lexington
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 109,083 | 81.3% |
| Smartphone | 121,927 | 90.8% |
| Tablet | 89,285 | 66.5% |
| No Computing Device | 6,147 | 4.6% |
| Total | 134,229 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Lexington
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 165 | 0.1% |
| Broadband Home | 104,614 | 77.9% |
| Cellular Data Only | 13,685 | 10.2% |
| Satellite Internet | 5,477 | 4.1% |
| No Internet | 13,217 | 9.9% |
| Total | 134,229 | 100.0% |
Lexington Summary
Lexington, Kentucky is the second-largest city in the state and the county seat of Fayette County. It is located in the heart of the Bluegrass Region of the state, and is known for its rich history, vibrant culture, and beautiful scenery. The city is home to the University of Kentucky, Transylvania University, and several other colleges and universities.
History
The area that is now Lexington was first settled in 1775 by William McConnell and his family. The city was officially founded in 1782 and named after the Battle of Lexington in Massachusetts. The city quickly grew and became an important center for trade and commerce. It was also a major center for the slave trade in the early 19th century.
During the Civil War, Lexington was a major Confederate stronghold and was the site of several battles. After the war, the city experienced a period of economic growth and development. In the late 19th century, Lexington became a major center for the horse racing industry, and the city is still known for its horse farms and racetracks.
Geography
Lexington is located in the heart of the Bluegrass Region of Kentucky. The city is situated in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains and is surrounded by rolling hills and lush green pastures. The city is located at the intersection of two major highways, I-64 and I-75.
The city has a humid subtropical climate, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is around 60 degrees Fahrenheit. The city receives an average of 45 inches of precipitation per year.
Economy
Lexington has a diverse economy that is driven by education, healthcare, manufacturing, and technology. The city is home to several major employers, including the University of Kentucky, Lexmark International, and Amazon. The city is also a major center for the horse racing industry, and is home to several major racetracks.
The city has a strong tourism industry, and is home to several popular attractions, including the Kentucky Horse Park, the Lexington History Museum, and the Mary Todd Lincoln House.
Demographics
As of the 2020 census, the population of Lexington was 321,959. The city has a diverse population, with a majority of the population being white (71.2%), followed by African American (20.2%), Hispanic (4.2%), and Asian (2.7%). The median household income in the city is $50,936, and the median home value is $179,400.
Lexington is a vibrant and diverse city with a rich history and culture. The city is home to several major employers, and is a major center for the horse racing industry. The city has a diverse population and a strong economy, and is a great place to live and work.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Lexington?
Total Population of Lexington is 321,354.
What is the Total Male Population of Lexington?
Total Male Population of Lexington is 157,988.
What is the Total Female Population of Lexington?
Total Female Population of Lexington is 163,366.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Lexington?
There are 96.71 Males per 100 Females in Lexington.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Lexington?
There are 103.40 Females per 100 Males in Lexington.
What is the Median Population Age in Lexington?
Median Population Age in Lexington is 35.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Lexington
Average Family Size in Lexington is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Lexington
Average Household Size in Lexington is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Lexington?
Per Capita income in Lexington is $37,475.
What is the Median Family Income in Lexington?
Median Family Income in Lexington is $84,028.
What is the Median Household income in Lexington?
Median Household Income in Lexington is $61,526.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Lexington?
Income or Wage Gap in Lexington is 23.5%.
Women in Lexington earn 76.5 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Lexington?
Family Income Deficit in Lexington is $10,514.
Families that are below poverty line in Lexington earn $10,514 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Lexington?
Inequality or Gini Index in Lexington is 0.49.
How Large is the Labor Force in Lexington?
There are 177,604 People in the Labor Forcein in Lexington.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Lexington?
68.0% of People are in the Labor Force in Lexington.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Lexington?
Unemployment Rate in Lexington is 4.9%.