Kentucky·KY·FIPS 21025

Breathitt County

Voted Republican in 2024 · 5,113 votes cast

About Breathitt County

Breathitt County is a county located in the eastern portion of the U.S. state of Kentucky. As of the 2020 census, the population was 13,718. Its county seat is Jackson. The county was formed in 1839 and was named for John Breathitt, who was Governor of Kentucky from 1832 to 1834. Breathitt County was formerly a dry county, until a public vote in July 2016 passed, allowing alcohol sales.

2024 Presidential Results

All candidates · Breathitt County, Kentucky

Donald J Trump(Republican)

78.9%4,036

Won by 3,034 votes

Kamala D Harris(Democrat)

19.6%1,002

Other(Other)

1.2%63

Chase Oliver(Libertarian)

0.2%12

Margin History

Red = Republican, Blue = Democratic

2024R+59.3

2020R+52.4

2016R+42.8

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Swung Right in 2024

Breathitt County shifted 7.0 points toward Republicans compared to 2020. Voter turnout decreased by 9.7%.

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