Thruston, Kentucky
presidential history
Presidential margin, 2004–2024
Democratic minus Republican, by election
| Year | Margin (D minus R) |
|---|---|
| 2004 | −25.1% |
| 2008 | −12.1% |
| 2012 | −22.5% |
| 2016 | −36.2% |
| 2020 | −34.6% |
| 2024 | −40.3% |
DemocraticRepublican
6 presidential elections
| Year | Won | Democratic | Republican | Other | Margin | Swing | vs U.S. | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 28.9%Harris299 | 69.2%Trump716 | 1.8% | R+40.3 | R+5.7 | R+38.9 | 1,034 | |
| R | 31.6%Biden318 | 66.2%Trump666 | 2.2% | R+34.6 | D+1.6 | R+39.0 | 1,006 | |
| R | 28.7%Clinton247 | 64.8%Trump559 | 6.5% | R+36.2 | R+13.7 | R+38.3 | 862 | |
| R | 37.8%Obama324 | 60.3%Romney517 | 1.9% | R+22.5 | R+10.4 | R+26.4 | 857 | |
| R | 43.1%Obama377 | 55.2%McCain483 | 1.7% | R+12.1 | D+13.0 | R+19.4 | 875 | |
| R | 37.3%Kerry309 | 62.4%Bush517 | 0.4% | R+25.1 | — | R+22.6 | 829 |
Thruston sits in the Border South. In 2024 it voted Republican.
Across the recorded series it reached a Republican high of 40.3 points in 2024. Between 2020 and 2024 the city moved 5.7 points toward the Republican candidate; the 2024 margin was 40.3 points.
A population of 2,581, a 98% non-Hispanic-white share, and a median household income of $69,922 describe the city.
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Frequently asked questions
How did Thruston, Kentucky vote in 2024?
In 2024, Thruston, Kentucky voted Republican by 40.3 points (R+40.3), carried by the Republican candidate. Out of 1,034 votes cast, 299 went Democratic and 716 went Republican.
How many people live in Thruston, Kentucky?
Thruston, Kentucky has a population of 2,581 according to the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates from the US Census Bureau.
What is the median household income in Thruston, Kentucky?
Median household income in Thruston, Kentucky is $69,922 — below the national median of $80,734. The Kentucky state median is $63,726.
What is the political history of Thruston, Kentucky?
Akashic tracks 6 presidential elections in Thruston, Kentucky from 2004 to 2024. Of those, 0 went Democratic and 6 went Republican.