Campton, Kentucky Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Campton, Kentucky had a total population of 272, the 436th largest city in Kentucky, with a median household income of $24,583, which is 61% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 47.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 61% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (47.2%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 1.6% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Campton Quick Facts
How Campton 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 | 251 | 272 | +8.4% |
| Median household income | $25,714 | $24,583 | -4.4% |
How Campton Compares
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Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 33 | National average: 61
Education
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Other Cities in Wolfe County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hazel Green | 33 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Campton
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moseleyville | 269 | N/A | $165,000 | 8.1% | 26.0% |
| Big Clifty | 285 | N/A | $117,800 | 16.9% | 20.0% |
| Poole | 256 | N/A | $175,800 | 15.4% | 1.9% |
| Phelps | 301 | N/A | $102,700 | 7.2% | 36.5% |
| Cunningham | 265 | $29,500 | $103,900 | 37.2% | 9.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 272, Campton'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
Campton is a small community located in Kentucky, within Wolfe County. The total population is 272. It ranks as the 436th most populous out of 552 Census-designated places in Kentucky.
Age Demographics
The median age in Campton is 46.4 years. This is 19% higher than the state median of 39.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Campton is $24,583. This is 61% lower than the state median of $63,726. It is also 70% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 47.2%. This is 194% higher than the state poverty rate of 16.1%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Campton, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 39.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 42% lower than the state average of 68.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Campton has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.4% of all residents.
Education
1.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 94% 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 85.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Campton, 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 Campton, Kentucky?
Campton, Kentucky has a population of 272 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Campton, KY?
The median household income in Campton is $24,583, which is 70% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Campton, KY?
The poverty rate in Campton is 47.2%. This means approximately 119 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Campton, Kentucky?
Campton's population is 93.4% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Campton, KY?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Campton — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Campton, Kentucky?
1.6% of adults (25+) in Campton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.