Wallins Creek, Kentucky Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Wallins Creek, Kentucky had a total population of 383, the 392nd largest community in Kentucky. The poverty rate is 2.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- An exceptionally low poverty rate of 2.6% — among the lowest in Kentucky.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Wallins Creek Quick Facts
How Wallins Creek 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 | 221 | 383 | +73.3% |
| Median home value | $187,500 | $177,500 | -5.3% |
How Wallins Creek 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+)
Wallins Creek Rankings in Kentucky
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Other Cities in Harlan County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harlan | 2,160 | $32,408 | 33.1% | $89,200 |
| Cumberland | 2,037 | $35,410 | 52.8% | $66,500 |
| South Wallins | 765 | $26,336 | 35.2% | $55,300 |
| Benham | 725 | $44,946 | 15.7% | $53,000 |
| Lynch | 709 | $30,114 | 36.7% | $58,600 |
| Evarts | 648 | $34,007 | 35.4% | $71,400 |
| Cawood | 596 | N/A | 6.4% | $69,800 |
| Pathfork | 542 | $49,571 | 21.1% | N/A |
| Loyall | 388 | $52,734 | 24.2% | $75,900 |
| Ages | 385 | $34,063 | 50.6% | $64,400 |
Cities Similar to Wallins Creek
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ages | 385 | $34,063 | $64,400 | 10.1% | 50.6% |
| McHenry | 385 | $40,000 | $96,100 | 5.1% | 21.6% |
| Bedford | 386 | $41,875 | $95,800 | 2.8% | 26.4% |
| Forest Hills | 387 | $68,438 | $250,800 | 29.1% | 16.0% |
| Briarwood | 388 | $73,500 | $206,500 | 50.8% | 6.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 383, Wallins Creek'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
Wallins Creek is a small community located in Kentucky, within Harlan County. The total population is 383. It ranks as the 392nd most populous out of 552 Census-designated places in Kentucky.
Age Demographics
The median age in Wallins Creek is 44.9 years. This is 15% higher than the state median of 39.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 2.6%. This is 84% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.1%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Wallins Creek, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $177,500. Housing costs are 14% lower than the state median of $205,600. 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 Wallins Creek 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 90.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Wallins Creek, 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 Wallins Creek, Kentucky?
Wallins Creek, Kentucky has a population of 383 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Wallins Creek, KY?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Wallins Creek — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Wallins Creek, KY?
The poverty rate in Wallins Creek is 2.6%. This means approximately 10 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Wallins Creek, Kentucky?
Wallins Creek's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Wallins Creek, KY?
The median home value in Wallins Creek is $177,500.
How educated is Wallins Creek, Kentucky?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Wallins Creek hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.