The population of Paducah was estimated to be 28,000 in 2022.

The cost of living in Paducah is about 19% lower than the national average.

The State of Kentucky enforces different minimum wages in some districts. The state level minimum wage is $7.25 per hour for basic wages, and $2.13 per hour for tipped wages. The city of Paducah may be in a district with a different minimum wage than this.

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Employment in Paducah

Population

The population of Paducah, KY was estimated to be 28,000 in 2022. The median age of the Paducah population is 43.8.

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Paducah, KY is about 19% lower than the national average. The median household income in Paducah is $39,061.

Paducah, KY Education

High School Graduate: 35%
Some College: 24%
Associates Degree: 11%
Bachelor's or Higher Degree: 29%

Workforce Participation Rates by Education

Less than High School: 34%
High School Graduate: 57%
Some College: 74%
Bachelor's Degree or Greater: 84%

Unemployment Rate by Education

Less than High School: 15%
High School Graduate: 5%
Some College: 3%
Bachelor's Degree or Greater: 1%

Estimated education data based on residents over 25 years old in Paducah, KY. Employment data based on residents age 25-64.

County: McCracken

Paducah Job Market

Paducah is a small city in western Kentucky with a population of 27,000. Many barge companies are headquartered in Paducah and the river helps drive industry in the area. Top industries in Paducah include Government, Health Services, Education, and Trade, Transportation, and Utilities. The job market in Paducah is growing slowly. People like working in Paducah because of its historic downtown, views of the river, and arts scene. Overall, average weekly wages for most occupations and cost of living are lower in Paducah than in the rest of the US.

Jobs near Paducah, Kentucky include Nurse, Registered Nurse, Physician, Driver, and Supervisor.

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