Park City, Kentucky Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Park City, Kentucky had a total population of 670, the 297th largest city in Kentucky, with a median household income of $55,769, which is 12% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.9%.
Park City Quick Facts
How Park City 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 | 693 | 670 | -3.3% |
| Median household income | $64,583 | $55,769 | -13.6% |
| Median home value | $142,600 | $150,000 | +5.2% |
How Park City 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+)
Park City Rankings in Kentucky
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Other Cities in Barren County
Cities Similar to Park City
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mortons Gap | 650 | N/A | $96,800 | 5.8% | 24.6% |
| La Center | 694 | $56,776 | $92,300 | 17.2% | 27.2% |
| Lynnview | 641 | $55,833 | $161,600 | 20.6% | 12.3% |
| Loretto | 683 | $61,250 | $183,100 | 8.2% | 8.2% |
| Sonora | 653 | $51,250 | $185,400 | 16.6% | 12.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 670, Park City'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
Park City is a small community located in Kentucky, within Barren County. The total population is 670. It ranks as the 297th most populous out of 552 Census-designated places in Kentucky.
Age Demographics
The median age in Park City is 38.0 years. This is 3% lower than the state median of 39.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Park City is $55,769. This is 12% lower than the state median of $63,726. It is also 31% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.1%. This is 50% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.1%. The unemployment rate is 0.9%. This is 81% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $150,000. Housing costs are 27% lower than the state median of $205,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, Park City is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 60.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 12% lower than the state average of 68.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Park City has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 96.6% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.2%. The Black or African American population (1.0%) is well below the state average of 7.5%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.2%) is well below the state average of 5.0%.
Education
12.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 56% lower 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 94.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Park City, 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 Park City, Kentucky?
Park City, Kentucky has a population of 670 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Park City, KY?
The median household income in Park City is $55,769, which is 31% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Park City, KY?
The poverty rate in Park City is 8.1%. This means approximately 53 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Park City, Kentucky?
Park City's population is 96.6% White, 1.0% Black, 1.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Park City, KY?
The median home value in Park City is $150,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.7x.
How educated is Park City, Kentucky?
12.2% of adults (25+) in Park City hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.