Pine Knot CDP, Kentucky Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Pine Knot CDP, Kentucky Demographics
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High PovertyPoverty rate of 48.3% is well above the state average

As of 2026, Pine Knot CDP, Kentucky has a total population of 1,358, the 210th largest city in Kentucky, with a median household income of N/A. The poverty rate is 48.3%.

Key Takeaways

More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (48.3%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.0%.

Pine Knot CDP Quick Facts

Population 1,358

Median Household Income N/A

Median Home Value $111,300

Poverty Rate 48.3%

Unemployment Rate 0.0%

Median Age 55.7 years

Homeownership Rate 47.5%

Affordability Ratio N/A

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 14.4%

High School Graduation Rate 59.1%

Diversity Index 13/100

Population 1,358 210th of 552

Median Income N/A

Poverty Rate 48.3% 289% higher national

Median Home Value $111,300 below average

How Pine Knot CDP Compares

Median Household Income

$62,417

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Pine Knot CDP

$111,300

$192,300

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 52.4%

$25K-$50K 30.8%

$50K-$100K 11.0%

$100K+ 5.8%

Employment

0.0% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8% | National: 5.2%

32.0% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 47.5%

Renter 52.5%

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

13.0%

18-34

21.3%

35-54

10.8%

55-74

43.0%

75+

11.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 31 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Pine Knot CDP Rankings in Kentucky

#210 Population of 552

N/A Median Income of 552

#330 Education of 552

#343 Home Value of 552

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Cities Similar to Pine Knot CDP

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Clay City city	1,352	$32,571	$108,600	4.6%	38.9%
Guthrie city	1,377	$34,803	$122,200	8.4%	35.6%
Brodhead city	1,339	$28,523	$112,500	17.2%	37.5%
Burkesville city	1,407	$32,361	$114,600	8.4%	32.9%
Beechwood Village city	1,305	$119,688	$335,400	67.2%	6.2%

Population Overview

Pine Knot CDP is a small community located in Kentucky. The total population is 1,358. It ranks as the 210th most populous out of 552 cities and towns in Kentucky.

Age Demographics

The median age in Pine Knot CDP is 55.7 years. This is 42% higher than the state median of 39.1 years. Only 13.0% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 11.8% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The poverty rate stands at 48.3%. This is 200% 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 0.0%. This is 100% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $111,300. Housing costs are 42% lower than the state median of $192,300. 47.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 30% lower than the state average of 68.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Pine Knot CDP has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.9% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 5.7%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 4.7%.

Education

14.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 47% 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 59.1%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Pine Knot 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 Pine Knot CDP, Kentucky?

Pine Knot CDP, Kentucky has a population of 1,358 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Pine Knot CDP, KY?

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

What is the poverty rate in Pine Knot CDP, KY?

The poverty rate in Pine Knot CDP is 48.3%. This means approximately 628 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Pine Knot CDP, Kentucky?

Pine Knot CDP's population is 92.9% White, 5.7% Black, 0.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Pine Knot CDP, KY?

The median home value in Pine Knot CDP is $111,300.

How educated is Pine Knot CDP, Kentucky?

14.4% of adults (25+) in Pine Knot CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.