Kenton County Public RecordsKentucky

As of the 2020 Census, Kenton County, KY had a population of approximately 166,500. The median age is 38.5 years. About 51% are female and 49% male. Racially, the population is 89% White, 5.5% Black or African American, 2.2% Asian, and 3.3% Hispanic or Latino (of any race), with other races comprising the remainder. The county exhibits modest diversity, with small but growing minority communities.

Kenton County, KY has over 119,000 registered voters as of 2024. Voters participate in local, state, and federal elections, mainly at 45 polling locations across the county. In the 2020 presidential election, Republicans received 62% of the vote, Democrats 36%. The county clerk’s office administers elections, with both Democratic and Republican parties active. Key issues include infrastructure and school funding. Voter turnout was 71% in 2020. Registration allows party affiliation or independent status, enabling participation in primary and general elections. Election results and polling site details are managed and published by the Kenton County Clerk.

Kenton County, KY, boasts 44 public schools, including 6 high schools, serving over 14,000 students. Approximately 32% of adults hold at least a bachelor’s degree. The average high school graduation rate is around 92%, and district test scores typically exceed state averages. School safety initiatives include SROs and security systems. The county offers diverse educational programs, such as STEM, AP courses, and vocational pathways. Adult education is available through Gateway Community & Technical College and local literacy centers. Kenton County schools consistently receive ratings of “above average” on statewide assessments.

As of 2023, Kenton County, KY, has an employment rate of approximately 62.5%. Major industries include healthcare and social assistance (15.3%), retail trade (11.7%), and manufacturing (10.4%). The top occupation types are office and administrative support (14.8%) and sales-related roles (10.2%). About 84% of workers commute by car, with an average commute time of 22.3 minutes. Most residents (81.4%) work within Kenton and adjacent counties, while a small percentage commute to Cincinnati, OH for employment.

Kenton County, KY, has a homeownership rate of about 66%, with median home values around $210,000 (as of 2023), up 8% year-over-year. Median rent is approximately $1,100 monthly. Housing types include historic homes, modern subdivisions, apartments, and townhomes, especially in neighborhoods like Covington, Independence, and Erlanger. Property tax rates average 1.04%. The housing market remains competitive, with homes selling quickly across diverse neighborhoods blending urban and suburban living.

Kenton County, KY, has a crime rate below the national average, with a total crime rate of approximately 16.5 per 1,000 residents. Violent crimes account for 2.1 per 1,000, while property crimes are at 14.4 per 1,000. Cities like Covington report higher incidents, but suburban areas remain safer. The Kenton County Police Department actively monitors and reports crime, with a clearance rate above 35%. Overall, community policing and public programs have contributed to a gradual decrease in crime over recent years.