Auxier, Kentucky Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Auxier, Kentucky had a total population of 651, the 302nd largest community in Kentucky, with a median household income of $116,991, which is 84% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 84% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Kentucky.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 0.9x.
Auxier Quick Facts
How Auxier Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 795 | 651 | -18.1% |
| Median household income | $113,565 | $116,991 | +3.0% |
| Median home value | $116,000 | $110,600 | -4.7% |
How Auxier Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 33 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Auxier Rankings in Kentucky
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Other Cities in Floyd County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prestonsburg | 3,765 | $25,746 | 45.3% | $161,300 |
| Wheelwright | 964 | N/A | 40.7% | $72,000 |
| McDowell | 718 | $14,474 | 72.4% | $73,100 |
| Betsy Layne | 557 | $31,838 | 34.3% | N/A |
| Martin | 494 | $30,682 | 39.7% | N/A |
| Wayland | 316 | $28,333 | 48.3% | $40,500 |
| Dwale | 170 | N/A | 28.2% | N/A |
| Allen | 157 | $36,250 | 23.1% | $77,500 |
| Maytown | 11 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Auxier
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mortons Gap | 650 | N/A | $96,800 | 5.8% | 24.6% |
| Cawood | 596 | N/A | $69,800 | 33.7% | 6.4% |
| Hollow Creek | 602 | $111,250 | $269,500 | 37.1% | 1.7% |
| Seneca Gardens | 586 | $120,000 | $556,100 | 85.3% | 2.4% |
| McRoberts | 556 | N/A | $60,100 | 2.4% | 46.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 651, Auxier's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Auxier is a small community located in Kentucky, within Floyd County. The total population is 651. It ranks as the 302nd most populous out of 552 Census-designated places in Kentucky.
Age Demographics
The median age in Auxier is 47.2 years. This is 21% higher than the state median of 39.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Auxier is $116,991. This is 84% higher than the state median of $63,726. It is also 45% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 5.4%. This is 67% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.1%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Auxier, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $110,600. Housing costs are 46% lower than the state median of $205,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 0.9x, Auxier is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 46% higher than the state average of 68.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Auxier was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 99.7% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
22.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 19% lower than the state rate of 27.6%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 93.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Auxier, Kentucky is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Kentucky state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 552 Census-designated places in Kentucky. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Auxier, Kentucky?
Auxier, Kentucky has a population of 651 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Auxier, KY?
The median household income in Auxier is $116,991, which is 45% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Auxier, KY?
The poverty rate in Auxier is 5.4%. This means approximately 35 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Auxier, Kentucky?
Auxier's population is 99.7% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Auxier, KY?
The median home value in Auxier is $110,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 0.9x.
How educated is Auxier, Kentucky?
22.3% of adults (25+) in Auxier hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.