Economy & Jobs — McDowell, Kentucky

Income & Employment

Median Household Income (Census)$14,474
Estimated 2026~$40,500
Per Capita Income$16,490
Poverty Rate72.4%
Unemployment Rate60.0%
In Labor Force152

Top Industries

IndustryShare
Education Healthcare78.5%
Arts Food8.5%
Public Admin7.7%

Local Businesses (County)

TypeCount
Physician Offices27
Gas Stations23
Fast Food23
General Merchandise18
Law Offices18
Dental Offices16
Full Service Restaurants12
Grocery Stores11
Commercial Banks11
Insurance Agencies11
Auto Repair8
Home Health5
Hotels Motels5
Liquor Stores4
New Car Dealers4
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.