Payne Gap CDP, Kentucky Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Payne Gap CDP, Kentucky Demographics
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High PovertyPoverty rate of 28.1% is well above the state average

As of 2026, Payne Gap CDP, Kentucky has a total population of 217, the 457th largest city in Kentucky, with a median household income of N/A. The poverty rate is 28.1%.

Key Takeaways

More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (28.1%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Only 4.3% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.0%.
Unemployment rate of 35.8% is notably above the national average.

Payne Gap CDP Quick Facts

Population 217

Median Household Income N/A

Median Home Value N/A

Poverty Rate 28.1%

Unemployment Rate 35.8%

Median Age 48.6 years

Homeownership Rate 100.0%

Affordability Ratio N/A

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 4.3%

High School Graduation Rate 100.0%

Diversity Index 40/100

Population 217 457th of 552

Median Income N/A

Poverty Rate 28.1% 126% higher national

Median Home Value N/A

How Payne Gap CDP Compares

Median Household Income

$62,417

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

$192,300

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 58.7%

$25K-$50K 10.1%

$50K-$100K 31.2%

$100K+ 0.0%

Employment

35.8% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8% | National: 5.2%

38.8% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 100.0%

Renter 0.0%

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

3.7%

18-34

0.0%

35-54

71.4%

55-74

21.2%

75+

3.7%

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+)

Payne Gap CDP Rankings in Kentucky

#457 Population of 552

N/A Median Income of 552

#490 Education of 552

N/A Home Value of 552

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Cities Similar to Payne Gap CDP

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Bandana CDP	215	$88,889	$128,700	0.0%	0.0%
Wildwood city	220	$103,333	$289,100	57.1%	2.3%
Wallins Creek CDP	221	$102,929	$187,500	0.0%	6.3%
Coxton CDP	212	N/A	N/A	0.0%	21.2%
Sparta city	212	$43,250	$105,700	23.7%	26.9%

Population Overview

Payne Gap CDP is a small community located in Kentucky. The total population is 217. It ranks as the 457th most populous out of 552 cities and towns in Kentucky.

Age Demographics

The median age in Payne Gap CDP is 48.6 years. This is 24% higher than the state median of 39.1 years. Only 3.7% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.

Economy, Income & Housing

The poverty rate stands at 28.1%. This is 74% 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 35.8%. This is 641% higher than the state rate of 4.8%. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 46% higher than the state average of 68.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Payne Gap CDP is White (non-Hispanic), making up 71.9% of the population.

Education

4.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 84% 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 100.0%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Payne Gap CDP, 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 Payne Gap CDP, Kentucky?

Payne Gap CDP, Kentucky has a population of 217 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Payne Gap CDP, KY?

The median household income in Payne Gap CDP is N/A, which is the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Payne Gap CDP, KY?

The poverty rate in Payne Gap CDP is 28.1%. This means approximately 61 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Payne Gap CDP, Kentucky?

Payne Gap CDP's population is 71.9% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Payne Gap CDP, KY?

The median home value in Payne Gap CDP is N/A.

How educated is Payne Gap CDP, Kentucky?

4.3% of adults (25+) in Payne Gap CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.