County profile · Kentucky
Woodford County, KY market data
Population, household spending and competition for 56 business types in Woodford County, each scored against other counties.
- Population, 2025
- 27,883
- +3.7% since 2020
- Households
- 10,814
- Median household income
- $83,788
- +31.3% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Median home value
- $299,700
- Jobs located here
- 10,169
- Highest market score
- 80
- Coffee shops and cafes, #106 of 2,063 scored counties
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What this means
An estimated 27,883 people live in Woodford County, in 10,814 households. Population estimates show Woodford County grew 3.7% from 2020 to 2025, faster than the U.S. (+3.1%). The median household income in Woodford County is $83,788 a year, 4% above the U.S. median of $80,734. That rose 31.3% from the 2015–2019 survey, before inflation.
Set against the U.S., households in Woodford County spend the most on vehicle insurance (an index of 130, where 100 is the U.S. average) and the least on memberships, classes and admissions (82).
The highest Groundwork market scores in Woodford County are for coffee shops and cafes (80), grocery stores (76) and hair salons (75). Woodford County ranks #106 of 2,063 scored counties for coffee shops and cafes.
Woodford County is part of the Lexington-Fayette metro area. For its number of households, Woodford County has the most map listings, relative to the U.S., for veterinarians (3.6 times the U.S. rate) and the fewest for real estate businesses (57% below the U.S. rate).
All 56 business types in Woodford County
Highest Groundwork market score first. Each score compares Woodford County with other counties for that business type, from 0 to 100. Spending per listing divides a whole spending line (all vehicle repairs, all eating out) by one type’s listings: the demand for each competitor, not a business’s revenue. Compare it across markets with its index, where 100 is the U.S. figure for the same type; the real estate types, whose line is all housing costs, show the index only. How the score works.
| Business type | Score | Rank among counties | Listings | Per 10k households | Spending per listing | Spending per listing vs. U.S. (100) | Official establishments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coffee shops and cafes | 80 | #106 of 2,063 | 7 | 6.5 | $6.2M | 167 | 4 |
| Grocery stores | 76 | #266 of 2,070 | 5 | 4.6 | $13.5M | 145 | 4 |
| Hair salons | 75 | #156 of 2,339 | 16 | 14.8 | $639K | 148 | 4 |
| Grocery and convenience stores | 73 | #371 of 2,402 | 21 | 19.4 | $3.2M | 95 | 5 |
| HVAC and plumbing | 72 | #171 of 1,707 | 6 | 5.5 | $5.4M | 114 | 8 |
| Real estate agents and brokers | 71 | #182 of 2,176 | 15 | 13.9 | Index only | 208 | 6 |
| Real estate | 70 | #210 of 2,229 | 18 | 16.6 | Index only | 218 | 10 |
| Lawn, cleaning and pest control | 68 | #266 of 1,771 | 7 | 6.5 | $2.4M | 143 | 20 |
| Gyms, studios and classes | 68 | #325 of 2,088 | 12 | 11.1 | $728K | 110 | 3 |
| Restaurants and cafes | 68 | #459 of 2,405 | 100 | 92.5 | $433K | 117 | 41 |
| Auto repair shops | 67 | #444 of 2,378 | 14 | 12.9 | $726K | 163 | 11 |
| Auto repair and car care | 66 | #492 of 2,401 | 28 | 25.9 | $363K | 135 | 15 |
| Sit-down restaurants | 66 | #494 of 2,405 | 49 | 45.3 | $885K | 133 | 20 |
| Salons, barbers and spas | 65 | #467 of 2,385 | 34 | 31.4 | $301K | 141 | 8 |
| Pizza | 65 | #488 of 2,090 | 10 | 9.2 | $4.3M | 85 | 17 |
| Landscaping and lawn care | 64 | #366 of 1,493 | 5 | 4.6 | $3.4M | 115 | 15 |
| Clothing, shoes and laundry | 63 | #608 of 2,210 | 20 | 18.5 | $1.1M | 122 | Under 3 |
| Gyms | 62 | #461 of 1,792 | 7 | 6.5 | $1.2M | 96 | Under 3 |
| Home repair trades | 62 | #505 of 2,057 | 14 | 12.9 | $2.3M | 96 | 17 |
| Clothing and shoe stores | 62 | #624 of 2,087 | 15 | 13.9 | $1.4M | 113 | Under 3 |
| Convenience stores | 62 | #697 of 2,261 | 12 | 11.1 | $5.6M | 71 | Under 3 |
| Fast food and sandwich shops | 61 | #722 of 2,222 | 17 | 15.7 | $2.5M | 84 | 17 |
| Insurance agencies | 61 | #766 of 2,272 | 19 | 17.6 | $1.4M | 115 | 9 |
| Spas and skin care | 57 | #629 of 1,769 | 10 | 9.2 | $1M | 117 | Under 3 |
| Dentists and orthodontists | 55 | #743 of 1,886 | 8 | 7.4 | $1.6M | 161 | 11 |
| Bakeries and dessert shops | 53 | #836 of 1,889 | 16 | 14.8 | $2.7M | 65 | 4 |
| Doctors, dentists and clinics | 52 | #1,081 of 2,394 | 54 | 49.9 | $235K | 154 | 36 |
| Chiropractors | 51 | #709 of 1,490 | 6 | 5.5 | $2.1M | 88 | 3 |
| Gas stations | 50 | #1,176 of 2,358 | 20 | 18.5 | $1.6M | 67 | 13 |
| Physical therapy | 47 | #793 of 1,422 | 5 | 4.6 | $2.5M | 106 | 6 |
| Pet grooming and boarding | 46 | #826 of 1,461 | 6 | 5.5 | $1.7M | 68 | 4 |
| Pet stores | 39 | #667 of 974 | 6 | 5.5 | $1.7M | 38 | Under 3 |
| Pet businesses | 32 | #1,835 of 2,200 | 31 | 28.7 | $334K | 38 | 19 |
| Veterinarians | 30 | #1,219 of 1,485 | 13 | 12.0 | $796K | 29 | 15 |
| Barbershops | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 3.7 | $2.6M | 135 | Under 3 |
| Child care and preschools | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 3.7 | $1.4M | 135 | 5 |
| Electricians | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 3.7 | $8.1M | 68 | 9 |
| Nail salons | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 3.7 | $2.6M | 153 | Under 3 |
| Optometrists and eye care | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 3.7 | $3.2M | 101 | Under 3 |
| Primary care and pediatrics | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 3.7 | $3.2M | 178 | 16 |
| Roofing and gutters | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 3.7 | $8.1M | 96 | Under 3 |
| Funeral homes | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 2.8 | $557K | 82 | Under 3 |
| Yoga, Pilates and fitness studios | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 2.8 | $2.9M | 72 | Under 3 |
| Car washes and detailing | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 1.8 | $5.1M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Dry cleaners | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 1.8 | $10.7M | Too few | Under 3 |
| House cleaning | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 1.8 | $8.4M | Too few | 5 |
| Laundromats | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 1.8 | $10.7M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Martial arts and dance studios | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 1.8 | $4.4M | Too few | 3 |
| Property management | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 1.8 | Index only | Too few | Under 3 |
| Home inspectors | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 0.9 | Index only | Too few | Under 3 |
| Oil change and quick lube | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 0.9 | $10.2M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Tire shops | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 0.9 | $10.2M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Urgent care and walk-in clinics | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 0.9 | $12.7M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Collision repair and body shops | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Mortgage brokers and lenders | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Pest control | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
Household spending in Woodford County
What households here spend in a year on each line, in total and per household, with the index against the U.S. average (100).
| Spending line | A year, all households | Per household | Index vs. U.S. (100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle maintenance and repairs | $10.2M | $941 | 98 |
| Gasoline and other fuels | $32.2M | $2,974 | 115 |
| Food away from home | $43.3M | $4,008 | 98 |
| Groceries | $67.4M | $6,232 | 99 |
| Personal care products and services | $10.2M | $945 | 94 |
| Child care and other personal services | $5.4M | $501 | 86 |
| Memberships, classes and admissions | $8.7M | $808 | 82 |
| Medical and dental services | $12.7M | $1,175 | 91 |
| Pets | $10.3M | $957 | 105 |
| Clothing, shoes and related services | $21.5M | $1,987 | 97 |
| Vehicle insurance | $27.5M | $2,540 | 130 |
| Home repairs, maintenance and insurance | $32.5M | $3,009 | 100 |
| Lawn care, cleaning and other household services | $16.8M | $1,552 | 110 |
| Rent and homeowner costs | $170M | $15,724 | 94 |
Household spending is estimated from the incomes of the households in each neighborhood, using what households at each income spent nationally in 2024, adjusted for the region. It counts what residents spend, wherever they spend it.
Population and households in Woodford County
- Population, 2025 estimate
- 27,883+3.7% since 2020
- Households
- 10,814
- Median age
- 41.8
- Homes lived in by their owners
- 72%
- Vehicles per household
- 1.9
- Land area
- 190 sq. mi.
- People per square mile
- 144
- Median household income
- $83,788+31.3% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Average household income
- $105,856
- Median home value
- $299,700
- Jobs located here
- 10,169
- Daytime population
- 24,761Residents who don’t work, plus everyone whose job is here
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Questions
How fast is Woodford County, KY growing?
Population estimates put Woodford County at 27,883 people in 2025, up 3.7% since 2020, faster than the U.S. (+3.1%). It has 10,814 households. Against the 2015–2019 survey, median household income rose 31.3%, before inflation.
How much do households in Woodford County, KY spend?
Households in Woodford County spend about $170M a year on rent and homeowner costs, $67.4M on groceries and $43.3M on food away from home. Relative to the U.S., household spending in Woodford County runs highest on vehicle insurance (an index of 130, where 100 is the U.S. average) and lowest on memberships, classes and admissions (82).
Which business types have the highest market scores in Woodford County, KY?
Of the business types scored in Woodford County, coffee shops and cafes (80), grocery stores (76) and hair salons (75) have the highest Groundwork market scores. For coffee shops and cafes, that ranks #106 of 2,063 scored counties.
How does Woodford County, KY compare with the U.S.?
Median household income in Woodford County is $83,788, 4% above the U.S. median of $80,734. The population rose 3.7% from 2020 to 2025, against +3.1% for the U.S. The median home value is $299,700, against $332,700 for the U.S. Against the U.S., map listings per household run highest for veterinarians (3.6 times the U.S. rate) and lowest for real estate businesses (57% below the U.S. rate).
What is the Groundwork market score?
The Groundwork market score runs from 0 to 100 and compares a market with others of its kind for one business type: states with states, metro areas with metro areas, small-town markets and counties with their own. It weighs household spending per competitor (35%), households per business with payroll (25%), population growth (20%) and spending power (20%), each ranked against those peers. A higher score means that, taken together, the market has more household spending and more households for each business already there, faster population growth and more spending per household than similar markets. It describes a market, not any one site or deal. 34 of the 56 business types have a score in Woodford County, each ranked against other counties.
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