Trigg County Public RecordsKentucky

As of 2023, Trigg County, KY, has a population of approximately 14,275. The median age is about 47 years. The population is 87% White, 8% Black or African American, 2% Hispanic or Latino, and 3% other or mixed races. Gender distribution is nearly equal, with 50.3% male and 49.7% female. The county's age structure skews older, with around 24% aged 65 and over, while 18% are under 18, highlighting a mature, predominantly White demographic.

Trigg County, KY, has approximately 10,500 registered voters as of 2024, with around 65% Republican, 29% Democrat, and 6% Independent/Other. Elections include primaries, generals, and special referendums. In the 2020 presidential election, Donald Trump received 77% of county votes. Polling locations include the Trigg County Recreation Complex and local schools. Key issues are education funding and agricultural policy. Election administration is managed by the Trigg County Clerk’s office, which oversees three main polling locations. Both major parties have local committees, with Republicans holding most county offices as of the last cycle.

Trigg County, KY, serves students through Trigg County Public Schools, encompassing one high school, one middle school, and one elementary school. Trigg County High School has an average graduation rate of approximately 91%. About 15% of county residents hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. The district maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1 and offers programs including dual credit and career-technical education. School safety ratings are above state averages, and adult education opportunities are provided via partnerships with local colleges. In 2023, district schools earned an overall performance score of 70/100.

As of 2023, Trigg County, KY, has an employment rate of approximately 54.2%. The largest industries are manufacturing (23.5%), health care & social assistance (17.1%), and retail trade (11.8%). Leading occupations include production (17.3%), sales (11.4%), and management (10.9%). About 71% of workers commute outside the county for employment, primarily to Christian and Calloway Counties, with an average commute time of 24 minutes.

Trigg County, KY, has a homeownership rate of about 75%, with a median home value around $160,000 in 2023. Median rent is about $850 per month. The market has seen steady appreciation of 5% annually. Housing includes single-family homes, lakefront properties near Lake Barkley, and some apartments, with Cadiz being the largest town. Neighborhoods are generally rural and suburban in character. Property tax rates are low, averaging $0.63 per $100 of assessed value, making it one of the more affordable counties in Kentucky for homeowners.

Trigg County, KY, reports a crime rate lower than the national average, with 2023 data showing 15.4 crimes per 1,000 residents. Violent crime rates are relatively low at 2.1 per 1,000, while property crimes stand at 13.3 per 1,000. The sheriff’s office emphasizes proactive community policing and encourages residents to report suspicious activity, resulting in improved case clearance rates. Public safety initiatives and neighborhood watch programs contribute to a steady decline in overall crime, making Trigg County one of the safer rural areas in Kentucky.