Rockport, Kentucky Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Rockport, Kentucky had a total population of 233, the 454th largest city in Kentucky, with a median household income of $64,000, which is about the same as the state average. The poverty rate is 16.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 8.6% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.5x.
- Unemployment rate of 11.5% is notably above the national average.
Rockport Quick Facts
How Rockport 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 | 207 | 233 | +12.6% |
| Median household income | $44,063 | $64,000 | +45.2% |
| Median home value | $96,700 | $95,000 | -1.8% |
How Rockport 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+)
Rockport Rankings in Kentucky
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Other Cities in Ohio County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beaver Dam | 3,524 | $53,944 | 11.2% | $167,900 |
| Hartford | 2,649 | $61,445 | 12.9% | $106,900 |
| Fordsville | 453 | $45,000 | 24.9% | N/A |
| McHenry | 385 | $40,000 | 21.6% | $96,100 |
| Centertown | 371 | $46,563 | 18.6% | $94,100 |
| Rosine | 76 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Rockport
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salvisa | 236 | $61,250 | $136,600 | 25.9% | 27.5% |
| Fairview | 226 | $58,309 | N/A | 18.8% | 13.7% |
| Poole | 256 | N/A | $175,800 | 15.4% | 1.9% |
| Germantown | 232 | $77,000 | $101,400 | 24.6% | 2.2% |
| Dover | 247 | $70,962 | $93,800 | 3.5% | 17.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 233, Rockport'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
Rockport is a small community located in Kentucky, within Ohio County. The total population is 233. It ranks as the 454th most populous out of 552 Census-designated places in Kentucky.
Age Demographics
The median age in Rockport is 31.9 years. This is 18% lower than the state median of 39.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Rockport is $64,000. This is about the same as the state median of $63,726. It is also 21% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.7%. This is 4% higher than the state poverty rate of 16.1%. The unemployment rate is 11.5%. This is 137% higher than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $95,000. Housing costs are 54% lower than the state median of $205,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.5x, Rockport is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 95.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 39% higher than the state average of 68.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Rockport was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 99.1% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
8.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 69% 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 90.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Rockport, 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 Rockport, Kentucky?
Rockport, Kentucky has a population of 233 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Rockport, KY?
The median household income in Rockport is $64,000, which is 21% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Rockport, KY?
The poverty rate in Rockport is 16.7%. This means approximately 39 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Rockport, Kentucky?
Rockport's population is 99.1% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Rockport, KY?
The median home value in Rockport is $95,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.5x.
How educated is Rockport, Kentucky?
8.6% of adults (25+) in Rockport hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.