Economy & Jobs — Harlan, Kentucky
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $32,408 |
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| Estimated 2026 | ~$34,600 |
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| Per Capita Income | $22,100 |
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| Poverty Rate | 33.1% |
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| Unemployment Rate | 12.0% |
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| In Labor Force | 841 |
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Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
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| Education Healthcare | 33.1% |
| Retail | 16.8% |
| Professional | 10.5% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
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| Fast Food | 22 |
| General Merchandise | 12 |
| Law Offices | 10 |
| Full Service Restaurants | 10 |
| Gas Stations | 9 |
| Commercial Banks | 9 |
| Grocery Stores | 8 |
| Physician Offices | 8 |
| Convenience Stores | 7 |
| Funeral Homes | 7 |
| Child Day Care | 7 |
| Used Car Dealers | 4 |
| Insurance Agencies | 4 |
| Dental Offices | 3 |
| Hotels Motels | 3 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.
