Paducah, Kentucky
Quick Statistics
Paducah is a community in McCracken County, Kentucky, home to about 26,845 people spread across 20.3 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $28,958 a year, and a typical home is worth about $165,300. About 37.9% of adults hold a college degree, and 94.2% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 7 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Kentucky towns GeoStat tracks, Paducah ranks number 16 of 552 in population, number 306 in median household income, number 226 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Paducah typically top out near 90°F in July, while January nights average about 27°F. The area sees roughly 9 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Hendron, KY | 2.6 mi. | 4,495 |
| 2. | Massac, KY | 3.5 mi. | 4,698 |
| 3. | Brookport, IL | 3.9 mi. | 733 |
| 4. | Farley, KY | 4.5 mi. | 4,458 |
| 5. | Metropolis, IL | 5.9 mi. | 5,864 |
| 6. | Reidland, KY | 7.8 mi. | 5,277 |
| 7. | Ledbetter, KY | 8.2 mi. | 1,785 |
| 8. | Symsonia, KY | 12.4 mi. | 473 |
What is the population of Paducah, Kentucky?
Paducah has a population of about 26,845 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Paducah, Kentucky in?
Paducah is located in McCracken County, Kentucky.
What is the median home value in Paducah, Kentucky?
The median home value in Paducah is about $165,300, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Paducah, Kentucky?
The median personal income in Paducah is about $28,958 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Paducah, Kentucky?
Since 1950, 26 tornadoes have been recorded in McCracken County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Paducah, Kentucky?
Typical July highs run about 90 degrees and January lows about 27 degrees, with around 9 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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