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County overview

Jefferson County

Kentucky - aging-in-place demographics, contractor density, and accessibility insights for Jefferson County.

Census ACS 5-year estimates

Who lives in Jefferson County

Population
779,232
Age 65+
16.7%
Median age
38.5
Owner-occupied
61.8%
With disability
14.1%
Median home value
$222,200
Median income
$66,296
Residents 65+
130,328
How Jefferson County compares

vs. the U.S. average

% age 65+
+1.2%
% owner-occupied
-4.6%
% with disability
+9.3%
Median household income
-11.8%
Median home value
-21.2%
Median age
0%

Comparison computed from the latest American Community Survey 5-year estimates. A positive number means this county is higher than the national average; negative means lower.

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Other counties in Kentucky

Fayette County
321,276 residents
Kenton County
169,066 residents
Boone County
136,150 residents
Warren County
135,307 residents

Aging-in-place in Jefferson County

Jefferson County is home to roughly 779,232 residents, of whom about 130,132 are age 65 or older - a senior share of 16.7%, in line with the U.S. average. For families planning aging-in-place modifications here, that population density translates directly into a deep bench of local contractors familiar with the needs of older homeowners.

Roughly 61.8% of homes in Jefferson County are owner-occupied at a median home value of $222,200. That's an ownership rate close to the national average. Older homes in established neighborhoods can require careful planning for grab-bar anchoring, walk-in shower conversions, and doorway widening - all standard work for the aging-in-place specialists listed below.

About 14.1% of Jefferson County residents report a disability, a rate in line with national levels. Demand for accessibility-focused remodelers - bathroom safety upgrades, non-slip flooring, ADA toilet installations, and lowered countertops - reflects that local population, not a one-size-fits-all national average.