Gallatin County Public RecordsKentucky

As of the 2020 Census, Gallatin County, KY, had a population of 8,690. The median age is approximately 38.5 years. Females make up 50.3% and males 49.7% of the population. The racial composition is predominantly White at 93.4%, with Black or African American at 2.6%, two or more races at 3.2%, and Hispanic or Latino residents representing 3.6%.

Gallatin County, KY, has around 5,200 registered voters as of 2024. Local, state, and federal elections are held, with about 65% turnout in presidential years. In the 2022 general election, Republicans received 72% of the vote, Democrats 26%, and others 2%. Polling locations include the Gallatin County Extension Office and Warsaw City Hall. Key issues are economic development and infrastructure. Election administration is managed by the Gallatin County Clerk. Republican and Democratic parties are most active locally.

Gallatin County, KY, has one high school—Gallatin County High School—serving around 500 students, with a graduation rate of about 89%. Only 11.8% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher, below the state average. The district operates three schools (elementary, middle, high), scoring around 56 (out of 100) on the KY Department of Education’s accountability system. School safety measures include on-site resource officers and security protocols. The county offers career and technical education programs but has limited adult education options.

Gallatin County, KY, had an employment rate of 56.8% in 2022. The leading industries are manufacturing (28.2%), retail trade (13.6%), and health care (10.3%). Major occupation types include production (25.7%) and sales/office roles (18.4%). About 67% of workers commute outside the county for work, primarily to Boone and Kenton counties, with an average commute time of 24.8 minutes. Local employment hubs include Warsaw and the Gallatin Steel facility.

Gallatin County, KY, has a homeownership rate of about 68%, with median home values around $160,000—up roughly 12% over the past year. Median rent sits near $850/month. The area features mostly single-family homes, with scattered mobile homes and limited apartments. Popular neighborhoods include Warsaw and Glencoe. Property taxes are relatively low, averaging 0.75% of property value. The county’s housing market remains affordable compared to national averages, attracting first-time buyers and families seeking rural living.

Gallatin County, KY reports comparatively low crime rates. In 2023, the violent crime rate was 1.7 per 1,000 residents, significantly below the national average of 4.0. Property crime stood at 7.5 per 1,000, also below Kentucky’s average of 16.3. The county sheriff’s office actively reports and investigates incidents, contributing to improved safety. Overall, residents benefit from a strong sense of community and effective law enforcement presence, resulting in a safer environment than many neighboring areas.