Economy & Jobs — Payne Gap, Kentucky

Income & Employment

Median Household Income (Census)$36,250
Estimated 2026~$46,200
Per Capita Income$21,071
Poverty Rate15.0%
Unemployment Rate17.3%
In Labor Force81

Top Industries

IndustryShare
Education Healthcare47.0%
Wholesale28.8%
Professional15.2%

Local Businesses (County)

TypeCount
Physician Offices21
Fast Food15
General Merchandise9
Commercial Banks9
Full Service Restaurants8
Law Offices7
Grocery Stores6
Liquor Stores3
Gas Stations3
Insurance Agencies3
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013 (county fallback).