Spottsville, Kentucky Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Spottsville, Kentucky had a total population of 194, the 471st largest community in Kentucky, with a median household income of $59,866, which is 6% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 24.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 0.0% 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 1.6x.
- Unemployment rate of 41.3% is notably above the national average.
Spottsville Quick Facts
How Spottsville 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 | 130 | 194 | +49.2% |
| Median household income | $56,563 | $59,866 | +5.8% |
| Median home value | $90,600 | $95,500 | +5.4% |
How Spottsville 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+)
Spottsville Rankings in Kentucky
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Other Cities in Henderson County
Cities Similar to Spottsville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston | 195 | N/A | $217,600 | 15.1% | 0.0% |
| Prestonville | 192 | N/A | $76,500 | 6.1% | 47.4% |
| Coldiron | 193 | $58,690 | $90,500 | 7.5% | 9.8% |
| Arlington | 185 | N/A | $50,000 | 10.9% | 27.0% |
| Pryorsburg | 204 | N/A | N/A | 13.9% | 34.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 194, Spottsville'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
Spottsville is a small community located in Kentucky, within Henderson County. The total population is 194. It ranks as the 471st most populous out of 552 Census-designated places in Kentucky.
Age Demographics
The median age in Spottsville is 58.5 years. This is 50% higher than the state median of 39.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Spottsville is $59,866. This is 6% lower than the state median of $63,726. It is also 26% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 24.2%. This is 51% 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 41.3%. This is 749% higher than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $95,500. Housing costs are 54% lower than the state median of $205,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.6x, Spottsville is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 46% higher than the state average of 68.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Spottsville was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 92.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Spottsville, 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 Spottsville, Kentucky?
Spottsville, Kentucky has a population of 194 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Spottsville, KY?
The median household income in Spottsville is $59,866, which is 26% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Spottsville, KY?
The poverty rate in Spottsville is 24.2%. This means approximately 47 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Spottsville, Kentucky?
Spottsville's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Spottsville, KY?
The median home value in Spottsville is $95,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.6x.
How educated is Spottsville, Kentucky?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Spottsville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.