Hillview city, Kentucky Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Hillview city, Kentucky Demographics
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As of 2026, Hillview city, Kentucky has a total population of 8,735, the 53rd largest city in Kentucky, with a median household income of $65,732, which is 5% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.2%.

Hillview city Quick Facts

Population 8,735

Median Household Income $65,732

Median Home Value $180,300

Poverty Rate 11.2%

Unemployment Rate 4.4%

Median Age 35.9 years

Homeownership Rate 77.2%

Affordability Ratio 2.7x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 18.7%

High School Graduation Rate 82.8%

Diversity Index 40/100

Population 8,735 53rd of 552

Median Income $65,732 above average

Poverty Rate 11.2% 10% lower national

Median Home Value $180,300 above average

How Hillview city Compares

Median Household Income

Hillview city

$65,732

$62,417

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Hillview city

$180,300

$192,300

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 13.9%

$25K-$50K 19.8%

$50K-$100K 39.2%

$100K+ 27.1%

Employment

4.4% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8% | National: 5.2%

68.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 77.2%

Renter 22.8%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.7x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

20.9%

18-34

27.4%

35-54

30.5%

55-74

16.7%

75+

4.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 31 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Hillview city Rankings in Kentucky

#53 Population of 552

#183 Median Income of 552

#256 Education of 552

#174 Home Value of 552

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Cities Similar to Hillview city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Fort Knox CDP	8,715	$74,224	N/A	42.1%	8.0%
Elsmere city	9,151	$61,427	$157,200	24.2%	14.7%
Fort Mitchell city	8,676	$80,814	$354,700	49.5%	8.8%
Corbin city	8,430	$51,795	$162,600	27.2%	22.1%
Middletown city	9,622	$74,129	$298,900	50.5%	11.7%

Population Overview

Hillview city is a small city located in Kentucky. The total population is 8,735. It ranks as the 53rd most populous out of 552 cities and towns in Kentucky.

Age Demographics

The median age in Hillview city is 35.9 years. This is 8% lower than the state median of 39.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Hillview city is $65,732. This is 5% higher than the state median of $62,417. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 16% lower. The poverty rate stands at 11.2%. This is 30% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.1%. The unemployment rate is 4.4%. This is 9% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $180,300. Housing costs are 6% lower than the state median of $192,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, Hillview city is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 77.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% higher than the state average of 68.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Hillview city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 76.5% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 9.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (9.9% vs 4.7%). The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (2.7% vs 1.5%).

Education

18.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 31% lower than the state rate of 27.0%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 82.8%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Hillview city, Kentucky is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. 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. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Hillview city, Kentucky?

Hillview city, Kentucky has a population of 8,735 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Hillview city, KY?

The median household income in Hillview city is $65,732, which is 16% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Hillview city, KY?

The poverty rate in Hillview city is 11.2%. This means approximately 980 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Hillview city, Kentucky?

Hillview city's population is 76.5% White, 5.0% Black, 9.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.7% Asian.

What is the median home value in Hillview city, KY?

The median home value in Hillview city is $180,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.7x.

How educated is Hillview city, Kentucky?

18.7% of adults (25+) in Hillview city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.