Oneida, Kentucky Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Oneida, Kentucky had a total population of 49, the 539th largest community in Kentucky.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Oneida Quick Facts
How Oneida 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 | 158 | 49 | -69.0% |
How Oneida Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Employment
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+)
Oneida Rankings in Kentucky
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Other Cities in Clay County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manchester | 1,541 | $23,529 | 41.1% | $140,500 |
Cities Similar to Oneida
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| California | 49 | $77,813 | N/A | 11.6% | 6.1% |
| Curdsville | 54 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Cayce | 43 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Arjay | 56 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 64.3% |
| Carrsville | 39 | $50,833 | N/A | 0.0% | 5.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 49, Oneida'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
Oneida is a small community located in Kentucky, within Clay County. The total population is 49. It ranks as the 539th most populous out of 552 Census-designated places in Kentucky.
Age Demographics
The median age in Oneida is 20.0 years. This is 49% lower than the state median of 39.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The survey records no unemployed residents in Oneida, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Oneida is White (non-Hispanic), making up 81.6% of the population. Asian residents account for 18.4%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (18.4% vs 1.6%).
Education
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Oneida, 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 Oneida, Kentucky?
Oneida, Kentucky has a population of 49 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Oneida, KY?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Oneida — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the racial makeup of Oneida, Kentucky?
Oneida's population is 81.6% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 18.4% Asian.
What is the median home value in Oneida, KY?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Oneida — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.