Upton, Kentucky Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Upton, Kentucky had a total population of 606, the 317th largest city in Kentucky, with a median household income of $43,173, which is 32% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 17.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 32% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Upton Quick Facts
How Upton 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 | 631 | 606 | -4.0% |
| Median household income | $45,938 | $43,173 | -6.0% |
| Median home value | $131,300 | $156,500 | +19.2% |
How Upton 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+)
Upton Rankings in Kentucky
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Other Cities in Hardin County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elizabethtown | 32,576 | $60,760 | 17.0% | $245,900 |
| Radcliff | 22,864 | $58,559 | 16.0% | $169,600 |
| Fort Knox | 8,836 | $82,663 | 9.0% | N/A |
| Vine Grove | 6,830 | $72,560 | 11.1% | $235,400 |
| Rineyville | 2,470 | $84,511 | 3.9% | $257,100 |
| Muldraugh | 1,127 | $60,508 | 22.5% | $76,700 |
| West Point | 1,025 | $37,449 | 32.1% | $91,000 |
| Sonora | 653 | $51,250 | 12.1% | $185,400 |
| Cecilia | 503 | $71,544 | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Upton
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cawood | 596 | N/A | $69,800 | 33.7% | 6.4% |
| Kevil | 624 | $42,500 | $137,500 | 23.5% | 14.6% |
| Hustonville | 612 | $40,288 | $132,000 | 11.5% | 22.7% |
| Mortons Gap | 650 | N/A | $96,800 | 5.8% | 24.6% |
| Wingo | 606 | $50,000 | $117,200 | 20.9% | 15.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 606, Upton'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
Upton is a small community located in Kentucky, within Hardin County. The total population is 606. It ranks as the 317th most populous out of 552 Census-designated places in Kentucky.
Age Demographics
The median age in Upton is 36.9 years. This is 6% lower than the state median of 39.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Upton is $43,173. This is 32% lower than the state median of $63,726. It is also 47% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 17.5%. This is 9% higher than the state poverty rate of 16.1%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Upton, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $156,500. Housing costs are 24% lower than the state median of $205,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x. 66.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% lower than the state average of 68.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Upton has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 87.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 7.3%.
Education
21.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 21% 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 86.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Upton, 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 Upton, Kentucky?
Upton, Kentucky has a population of 606 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Upton, KY?
The median household income in Upton is $43,173, which is 47% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Upton, KY?
The poverty rate in Upton is 17.5%. This means approximately 104 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Upton, Kentucky?
Upton's population is 87.8% White, 0.0% Black, 7.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Upton, KY?
The median home value in Upton is $156,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x.
How educated is Upton, Kentucky?
21.8% of adults (25+) in Upton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.