Cawood, Kentucky Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Cawood, Kentucky had a total population of 596, the 323rd largest community in Kentucky. The poverty rate is 6.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Cawood Quick Facts
How Cawood 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 | 499 | 596 | +19.4% |
| Median home value | $64,900 | $69,800 | +7.6% |
How Cawood 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+)
Cawood Rankings in Kentucky
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Other Cities in Harlan County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harlan | 2,160 | $32,408 | 33.1% | $89,200 |
| Cumberland | 2,037 | $35,410 | 52.8% | $66,500 |
| South Wallins | 765 | $26,336 | 35.2% | $55,300 |
| Benham | 725 | $44,946 | 15.7% | $53,000 |
| Lynch | 709 | $30,114 | 36.7% | $58,600 |
| Evarts | 648 | $34,007 | 35.4% | $71,400 |
| Pathfork | 542 | $49,571 | 21.1% | N/A |
| Loyall | 388 | $52,734 | 24.2% | $75,900 |
| Ages | 385 | $34,063 | 50.6% | $64,400 |
| Wallins Creek | 383 | N/A | 2.6% | $177,500 |
Cities Similar to Cawood
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murray Hill | 594 | $99,063 | $404,300 | 50.2% | 3.0% |
| Yelvington | 594 | $68,176 | $137,500 | 11.3% | 21.2% |
| Summersville | 592 | $75,444 | $96,800 | 15.7% | 20.9% |
| Calhoun | 601 | $52,500 | $113,300 | 7.4% | 14.4% |
| Hollow Creek | 602 | $111,250 | $269,500 | 37.1% | 1.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 596, Cawood'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
Cawood is a small community located in Kentucky, within Harlan County. The total population is 596. It ranks as the 323rd most populous out of 552 Census-designated places in Kentucky.
Age Demographics
The median age in Cawood is 34.9 years. This is 11% lower than the state median of 39.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 6.4%. This is 60% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.1%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Cawood, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $69,800. Housing costs are 66% lower than the state median of $205,600. 88.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 29% higher than the state average of 68.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Cawood has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.1% of all residents.
Education
33.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 22% higher 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 85.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Cawood, 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 Cawood, Kentucky?
Cawood, Kentucky has a population of 596 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Cawood, KY?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Cawood — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Cawood, KY?
The poverty rate in Cawood is 6.4%. This means approximately 38 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Cawood, Kentucky?
Cawood's population is 91.1% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Cawood, KY?
The median home value in Cawood is $69,800.
How educated is Cawood, Kentucky?
33.7% of adults (25+) in Cawood hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.