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Crestview, Kentucky Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Crestview, Kentucky had a total population of 505, the 345th largest city in Kentucky, with a median household income of $93,750, which is 47% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.7%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Key Takeaways

Crestview Quick Facts

Population 505
Median Household Income $93,750
Median Home Value $173,900
Poverty Rate 8.7%
Unemployment Rate 2.4%
Median Age 36.2 years
Homeownership Rate 87.5%
Affordability Ratio 1.9x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 41.6%
High School Graduation Rate 92.9%
Diversity Index 12/100
Population 505 345th of 552
Median Income $93,750 top 20%
Poverty Rate 8.7% 30% lower than national
Median Home Value $173,900 average

How Crestview Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population425505+18.8%
Median household income$89,583$93,750+4.7%
Median home value$169,400$173,900+2.7%

How Crestview Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 10.9%
$25K-$50K 7.8%
$50K-$100K 37.0%
$100K+ 44.3%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
4.2%
$10K-$15K
3.1%
$15K-$20K
0.0%
$20K-$25K
3.6%
$25K-$30K
0.0%
$30K-$35K
1.6%
$35K-$40K
1.6%
$40K-$45K
2.6%
$45K-$50K
2.1%
$50K-$60K
3.6%
$60K-$75K
12.5%
$75K-$100K
20.8%
$100K-$125K
14.6%
$125K-$150K
18.2%
$150K-$200K
7.8%
$200K+
3.6%

Employment

2.4% Unemployment Rate State: 4.9%|National: 5.2%
84.0% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 87.5%
Renter 12.5%
Affordability Index Very Affordable
1.9x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,521/mo 19.5% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

12out of 100
Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 33 | National average: 61

Education

Crestview Rankings in Kentucky

#345 Population of 552
#96 Median Income of 496
#106 Education of 550
#202 Home Value of 495

Other Cities in Campbell County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Fort Thomas 17,169 $104,350 6.2% $335,000
Newport 13,967 $60,853 20.8% $217,600
Alexandria 10,562 $102,239 7.7% $284,800
Highland Heights 6,444 $53,275 19.9% $169,700
Cold Spring 6,341 $75,000 9.9% $253,600
Dayton 5,743 $65,992 15.9% $163,500
Bellevue 5,636 $71,166 11.4% $206,500
Southgate 3,717 $54,421 19.8% $190,800
Claryville 3,251 $81,458 1.2% $278,200
Wilder 3,135 $70,893 18.6% $159,900

Cities Similar to Crestview

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Mayking503N/A$67,1004.0%41.9%
Wellington492$94,083$345,40066.4%4.5%
Summer Shade532N/A$113,4007.1%55.8%
Symsonia473N/A$264,80044.4%21.8%
McRoberts556N/A$60,1002.4%46.0%

A note before these figures: with a population of 505, Crestview'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

Crestview is a small community located in Kentucky, within Campbell County. The total population is 505. It ranks as the 345th most populous out of 552 Census-designated places in Kentucky.

Age Demographics

The median age in Crestview is 36.2 years. This is 7% lower than the state median of 39.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Crestview is $93,750. This is 47% higher than the state median of $63,726. It is also 16% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.7%. This is 46% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.1%. The unemployment rate is 2.4%. This is 52% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $173,900. Housing costs are 15% lower than the state median of $205,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x, Crestview is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 87.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 28% higher than the state average of 68.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Crestview has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.7% of all residents. Asian residents account for 0.4%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 1.6%.

Education

41.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 51% 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 92.9%. Notably, 17.3% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Crestview, 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 Crestview, Kentucky?

Crestview, Kentucky has a population of 505 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Crestview, KY?

The median household income in Crestview is $93,750, which is 16% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Crestview, KY?

The poverty rate in Crestview is 8.7%. This means approximately 44 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Crestview, Kentucky?

Crestview's population is 93.7% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.4% Asian.

What is the median home value in Crestview, KY?

The median home value in Crestview is $173,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.9x.

How educated is Crestview, Kentucky?

41.6% of adults (25+) in Crestview hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 17.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.