Tolu, Kentucky Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Tolu, Kentucky had a total population of 36, the 545th largest community in Kentucky. The poverty rate is 100.0%.
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 (100.0%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Tolu Quick Facts
How Tolu 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 | 35 | 36 | +2.9% |
How Tolu Compares
Median Household Income
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Household Income Distribution
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Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
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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+)
Tolu Rankings in Kentucky
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Other Cities in Crittenden County
Cities Similar to Tolu
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Louisville | 37 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Cleaton | 38 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Carrsville | 39 | $50,833 | N/A | 0.0% | 5.1% |
| Hazel Green | 33 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Utica | 32 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 50.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 36, Tolu'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
Tolu is a small community located in Kentucky, within Crittenden County. The total population is 36. It ranks as the 545th most populous out of 552 Census-designated places in Kentucky.
Age Demographics
The median age in Tolu is 39.9 years. This is 2% higher than the state median of 39.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 100.0%. This is 523% 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 survey records no unemployed residents in Tolu, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 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 Tolu 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 63.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Tolu, 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 Tolu, Kentucky?
Tolu, Kentucky has a population of 36 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Tolu, KY?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Tolu — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Tolu, KY?
The poverty rate in Tolu is 100.0%. This means approximately 36 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Tolu, Kentucky?
Tolu's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Tolu, KY?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Tolu — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Tolu, Kentucky?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Tolu hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.