Diablock, Kentucky Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Diablock, Kentucky had a total population of 315, the 420th largest community in Kentucky, with a median household income of $18,750, which is 71% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 47.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 71% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (47.3%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 10.8% is notably above the national average.
Diablock Quick Facts
How Diablock 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 | 452 | 315 | -30.3% |
| Median household income | $63,367 | $18,750 | -70.4% |
How Diablock 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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Diablock Rankings in Kentucky
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Other Cities in Perry County
Cities Similar to Diablock
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Millstone | 317 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Phelps | 301 | N/A | $102,700 | 7.2% | 36.5% |
| Big Clifty | 285 | N/A | $117,800 | 16.9% | 20.0% |
| Kenvir | 358 | N/A | $74,400 | 3.5% | 44.7% |
| Moseleyville | 269 | N/A | $165,000 | 8.1% | 26.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 315, Diablock'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
Diablock is a small community located in Kentucky, within Perry County. The total population is 315. It ranks as the 420th most populous out of 552 Census-designated places in Kentucky.
Age Demographics
The median age in Diablock is 50.7 years. This is 30% higher than the state median of 39.1 years. 15.9% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Diablock is $18,750. This is 71% lower than the state median of $63,726. It is also 77% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 47.3%. This is 195% 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 unemployment rate is 10.8%. This is 121% higher than the state rate of 4.9%. 63.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% lower than the state average of 68.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Diablock was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
0.0% 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. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 61.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Diablock, 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 Diablock, Kentucky?
Diablock, Kentucky has a population of 315 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Diablock, KY?
The median household income in Diablock is $18,750, which is 77% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Diablock, KY?
The poverty rate in Diablock is 47.3%. This means approximately 149 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Diablock, Kentucky?
Diablock's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Diablock, KY?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Diablock — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Diablock, Kentucky?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Diablock hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.