Richmond combines small-town charm with easy access to nearby cities. Its location near major highways makes commuting straightforward while keeping a close-knit neighborhood feel. Residents have convenient access to shopping, healthcare, and professional services within the region.
Richmond’s downtown features historic buildings, civic institutions, and cultural spaces that support daily life and community engagement. Local shops, restaurants, community centers and Eastern Kentucky University’s campus provide spaces to gather and connect. The city’s economy includes manufacturing, logistics, healthcare, and professional services, offering a variety of nearby job opportunities.
The area around Richmond offers rolling hills, green spaces, and scenic landscapes. Residents can hike, bike, ride horses, or participate in seasonal events.The Richmond Parks and Recreation Department currently maintains seven parks including Lake Reba, Camp Catalpa, Irvine McDowell, Million, Dillingham, the Betty Miller Park and the Richmond Regional Sports Complex. These outdoor activities promote an active lifestyle and a strong sense of community.
Richmond has strong educational institutions for students and professionals. Public schools, vocational programs, and higher education opportunities prepare residents for local careers. Richmond is home to Eastern Kentucky University and Ignite Academies. Many programs connect directly to regional industries such as manufacturing, logistics, and technology.
As of 2025 the population of Richmond, KY is 36,072. The population is expected to grow to 38,050 by 2030 - a growth rate of 1.07%.
The median age of Richmond, KY residents is 31.
The diversity index of Richmond, KY is 40.2, meaning that there is a 40% chance that any two people selected out of 100 residents will be of different race or ethnicity from one another.
The average household income in Richmond, KY is $80,642 and projected to be $86,524 in 2030. Per capita income is $35,030, projected to be $38,192 in 2030. 2.69% of households – 969 – have an income of $200,000 or higher. Average net worth is $559,960 and the average disposable income is $60,987.
There are 17,217 housing units in Richmond, KY; 6,474 are owner-occupied, 9,095 are rented, and 1,648 are vacant. The average home value is $279,925, with 2,609 homes built in 2010 or later, and 651 built in 1939 or earlier.
There are 1,705 businesses in Richmond, KY, employing 20,559 workers and pulling from a labor force of 17,848 age 16 and above. 5,243 workers commute into Richmond, KY from outside the county or state. Key industries for the area include:
12,428 residents both live and work in/around Richmond, KY. The average travel time is 0.0 minutes. 3.45% people have a commute of less than 5 minutes while 2.55% commute 90 minutes or more each way. Of commuters, 13,637 drive alone, 1,844 carpool, and 38 take public transportation. 1,170 use other modes of transport such as motorcycle, bicycle, walking, etc. 1,134 residents work from home.
6,448 members of the workforce hold a high school diploma or GED. 2,183 have associates degrees, 4,908 have bachelor’s degrees, and 3,449 hold a graduate or professional degree.
Source: ESRI, 2025-11-10
Richmond provides a balanced lifestyle with history, amenities, and opportunity. Select Richmond to settle in a community that supports education, recreation, and long-term stability.
