Walton, Kentucky Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Walton, Kentucky had a total population of 5,730, the 81st largest city in Kentucky, with a median household income of $77,917, which is 22% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Walton Quick Facts
How Walton 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 | 5,513 | 5,730 | +3.9% |
| Median household income | $76,375 | $77,917 | +2.0% |
| Median home value | $226,200 | $262,200 | +15.9% |
How Walton 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+)
Walton Rankings in Kentucky
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Other Cities in Kenton County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Covington | 41,110 | $61,166 | 20.8% | $187,300 |
| Independence | 29,392 | $102,361 | 8.8% | $263,700 |
| Erlanger | 19,875 | $75,840 | 13.7% | $209,000 |
| Elsmere | 9,205 | $60,503 | 15.6% | $171,900 |
| Fort Mitchell | 8,713 | $86,310 | 8.1% | $357,100 |
| Edgewood | 8,447 | $119,028 | 3.8% | $312,200 |
| Villa Hills | 7,480 | $107,859 | 3.7% | $362,500 |
| Taylor Mill | 6,937 | $88,546 | 10.9% | $241,000 |
| Fort Wright | 5,887 | $105,024 | 3.0% | $328,900 |
| Crescent Springs | 4,486 | $83,066 | 5.4% | $302,100 |
Cities Similar to Walton
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Douglass Hills | 5,474 | $78,482 | $346,300 | 60.1% | 6.4% |
| Wilmore | 6,057 | $77,665 | $248,900 | 49.6% | 12.5% |
| Bellevue | 5,636 | $71,166 | $206,500 | 43.5% | 11.4% |
| Dayton | 5,743 | $65,992 | $163,500 | 22.9% | 15.9% |
| Cold Spring | 6,341 | $75,000 | $253,600 | 42.6% | 9.9% |
Population Overview
Walton is a small city located in Kentucky, within Kenton County. The total population is 5,730. It ranks as the 81st most populous out of 552 Census-designated places in Kentucky.
Age Demographics
The median age in Walton is 29.9 years. This is 24% lower than the state median of 39.1 years. With 40.9% of the population under 18, Walton has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Walton is $77,917. This is 22% higher than the state median of $63,726. It is also 3% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.0%. This is 19% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.1%. The unemployment rate is 3.2%. This is 35% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $262,200. Housing costs are 28% higher than the state median of $205,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x. 73.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 7% higher than the state average of 68.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Walton has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 87.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.0%) is well below the state average of 5.0%.
Education
32.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 18% higher 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 94.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Walton, 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 Walton, Kentucky?
Walton, Kentucky has a population of 5,730 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Walton, KY?
The median household income in Walton is $77,917, which is 3% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Walton, KY?
The poverty rate in Walton is 13.0%. This means approximately 741 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Walton, Kentucky?
Walton's population is 87.2% White, 0.0% Black, 2.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Walton, KY?
The median home value in Walton is $262,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x.
How educated is Walton, Kentucky?
32.6% of adults (25+) in Walton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 14.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.