Kenton County: Northern Kentucky
Population:157,221 (Source: Right Site Analytical Software, 2008)
Kenton County is the central of the three Northern Kentucky counties, it is generally bounded by the Ohio River on the north side, by the Licking River on the east side, and by Interstate 75/71 on most of its west side. It is the more densely populated of the three counties, beginning along the historic waterfront area of Covington and moving south toward Interstate 275. The economy and residential environs of Kenton County are more mature in comparison to the recent vintages of Boone County.
The construction along the river, where the new Northern Kentucky Convention Center, Corporex towers and other high-rise structures are going up, is redefining the skyline piece-by-piece.
Topography: The topography of Kenton County is fairly steep just south of the Ohio River basin but moderates to gently rolling in its center and southern sections.
Profile
| Population: |
| 2000 |
151,464 |
| 2008 |
157,221 |
| 2013 Projection |
162,202 |
| Cities: |
2008 |
2013 |
| Covington |
40,394 |
39,410 |
| Erlanger |
18,119 |
19,005 |
| Independence |
18,737 |
21,472 |
| Persons by Age: |
2008 |
| 0-17 |
42,485 |
| 18-24 |
15,481 |
| 25-34 |
22,154 |
| 35-44 |
23,119 |
| 45-54 |
22,544 |
| 55-64 |
15,061 |
| 65-74 |
8,360 |
| 75+ |
8,017 |
| Persons by Race (2008): |
| White |
146,953 |
| Black |
5,946 |
| Asian, Pacific Islander |
1,238 |
| Hispanic |
2,964 |
| Other |
3,084 |
| Median Age by Race (2008): |
34.3 |
| Households (2008): |
| Total Households |
62,116 |
| Persons Per Household |
2.50 |
| Income by Place of Residence (2008): |
| Household Income, Median |
$57,726 |
| Household Income, Average |
$72,070 |
| Household Income, Per Capita |
$28,474 |
| Kenton County Civilian Labor Force (2008): |
| Civilian Labor Force |
84,245 |
| Employment |
79,277 |
| Unemployment |
4,969 |
| Unemployment Rate |
5.7% |
| Northern Kentucky Earnings by Industry (2007): |
| Wages (000) |
| Construction |
$334,009 |
| Utilities, Trade & Transportation |
$1,721,774 |
| Information |
$90,344 |
| FIRE |
$552,223 |
| Services |
$2,024,663 |
| Government |
$693,003 |
| Agriculture, Unclassified |
$13,599 |
| Manufacturing |
$3,027,082 |
| Northern Kentucky Employment by Industry (2007): |
|
Employment |
| All Industries |
168,449 |
| Construction |
7,786 |
| Utilities, Trade & Transportation |
43,912 |
| Information |
1,902 |
| FIRE |
11,470 |
| Services |
60,942 |
| Government |
23,412 |
| Agriculture, Unclassified |
401 |
| Manufacturing |
18,601 |
|
Education (2008): |
| High School Diploma or more |
75% |
| Associate's Degree |
6% |
| Bachelor's Degree or more |
26% |
| Source: Kentucky Department of Education, Updated 2008 |
| COMMUTING PATTERN (2008): |
| Drive Time Less Than 15 Min. |
25% |
| Drive Time Less Than 30 Min. |
44% |
| Drive Time More Than 30 Min. |
25% |
| Drive Time More Than 60 Min. |
6% |
| Estimated Retail Sales in Kenton County (2008)($000) |
| Source: Right Site, Analytic Software, 2008 |
| Total Retail Sales |
$1,471,643 |
| Motor Vehicles |
$118,862 |
| Furniture & Home Furnishings |
$38,747 |
| Electrical & Appliances |
$18,389 |
| Building Materials & Gardens |
$121,831 |
| Food & Beverages |
$328,698 |
| Health & Personal Care |
$124,308 |
| Gasoline Stations |
$185,780 |
| Clothing & Accessories |
$45,567 |
| Sporting Goods |
$28,568 |
| General Merchandise |
$113,186 |
| Miscellaneous Sales |
$69,854 |
| Nonstore Purchases |
$41,357 |
| Food Services |
$236,496 |
Total retail Sales reflects net sales (minus refunds and allowances for returns) for all establishments primarily engaged in retail trade, plus eating and drinking establishments. Receipts from repairs and other services are included. Retail sales by wholesalers and services establishments are not included.
Municipalities
Total of 21 cities of various sizes. Three largest:
Covington – (Estimated 2008 Population – 40,394)
The City of Covington is home to a wide spectrum of businesses from the headquarters of two Fortune 500 companies to the small "mom and pop" establishments, some of which have been continuously operating in Covington for more than a century. Businesses doing business in Covington enjoy many advantages and development incentives including tax credits and loan programs. The City is conveniently located just minutes from the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport with immediate access to I-75/71 and I-275.
The median age in the city is 32.7 years and the median income is $39,300.
Erlanger – (Estimated 2008 Population – 18,119)
Erlanger is minutes away from downtown Cincinnati, located at the juncture of two interstate highways - I-71/75 and I-275. In addition, Erlanger is five minutes away from the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport. Erlanger is a supportive, business-friendly environment with total commitment from the Mayor to the newest employee.
The median age in the city is 33.2 years and the median income is $53,907.
Independence – (Estimated 2008 Population – 18,737)
The City of Independence is located in the "heart" of Kenton County in Northern Kentucky. Independence, even though a rapidly expanding community, maintains its small town heart while accomodating strong urban growth. The rural setting of life in Independence set it apart from other Northern Kentucky cities.
Independence is the third largest land mass city in the Commonwealth, encompassing approximately 23 square miles. It is also one of the fastest growing cities in the Commonwealth. The median age in the city is 30.4 years and the median income is $63,351.
Future Growth
South of I-275. |