Sandy Hook, Kentucky Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Sandy Hook, Kentucky had a total population of 456, the 360th largest city in Kentucky. The poverty rate is 45.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (45.1%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Sandy Hook Quick Facts
How Sandy Hook 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 | 542 | 456 | -15.9% |
| Median home value | $98,500 | $132,100 | +34.1% |
How Sandy Hook 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+)
Sandy Hook Rankings in Kentucky
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Cities Similar to Sandy Hook
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fordsville | 453 | $45,000 | N/A | 5.6% | 24.9% |
| Pippa Passes | 450 | $73,750 | N/A | 94.4% | 12.9% |
| Stanley | 448 | N/A | $518,600 | 0.0% | 3.4% |
| Fredonia | 466 | $66,964 | $108,500 | 28.2% | 19.5% |
| Hardin | 446 | $30,250 | $96,500 | 7.5% | 44.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 456, Sandy Hook'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
Sandy Hook is a small community located in Kentucky, within Elliott County. The total population is 456. It ranks as the 360th most populous out of 552 Census-designated places in Kentucky.
Age Demographics
The median age in Sandy Hook is 50.5 years. This is 29% higher than the state median of 39.1 years. 15.1% 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 45.1%. This is 181% 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 4.8%. This is 1% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $132,100. Housing costs are 36% lower than the state median of $205,600. 42.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 38% lower than the state average of 68.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Sandy Hook has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.8% of all residents.
Education
11.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 59% 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 71.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Sandy Hook, 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 Sandy Hook, Kentucky?
Sandy Hook, Kentucky has a population of 456 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Sandy Hook, KY?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Sandy Hook — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Sandy Hook, KY?
The poverty rate in Sandy Hook is 45.1%. This means approximately 176 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Sandy Hook, Kentucky?
Sandy Hook's population is 90.8% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Sandy Hook, KY?
The median home value in Sandy Hook is $132,100.
How educated is Sandy Hook, Kentucky?
11.4% of adults (25+) in Sandy Hook hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.