Warfield, Kentucky Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Warfield, Kentucky had a total population of 297, the 427th largest city in Kentucky, with a median household income of $61,324, which is 4% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 3.4% 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 1.9x.
Warfield Quick Facts
How Warfield 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 | 335 | 297 | -11.3% |
| Median household income | $82,530 | $61,324 | -25.7% |
| Median home value | $92,500 | $118,400 | +28.0% |
How Warfield 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+)
Warfield Rankings in Kentucky
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Other Cities in Martin County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inez | 930 | $51,071 | 21.4% | $70,900 |
Cities Similar to Warfield
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phelps | 301 | N/A | $102,700 | 7.2% | 36.5% |
| Big Clifty | 285 | N/A | $117,800 | 16.9% | 20.0% |
| Millstone | 317 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Bremen | 285 | $68,125 | $129,700 | 9.3% | 16.1% |
| Moseleyville | 269 | N/A | $165,000 | 8.1% | 26.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 297, Warfield'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
Warfield is a small community located in Kentucky, within Martin County. The total population is 297. It ranks as the 427th most populous out of 552 Census-designated places in Kentucky.
Age Demographics
The median age in Warfield is 42.2 years. This is 8% higher than the state median of 39.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Warfield is $61,324. This is 4% lower than the state median of $63,726. It is also 24% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.8%. This is 46% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.1%. The unemployment rate is 7.1%. This is 47% higher than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $118,400. Housing costs are 42% lower than the state median of $205,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x, Warfield is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 85.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 25% higher than the state average of 68.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Warfield has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 98.3% of all residents.
Education
3.4% 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. This is 88% 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 68.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Warfield, 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 Warfield, Kentucky?
Warfield, Kentucky has a population of 297 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Warfield, KY?
The median household income in Warfield is $61,324, which is 24% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Warfield, KY?
The poverty rate in Warfield is 8.8%. This means approximately 26 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Warfield, Kentucky?
Warfield's population is 98.3% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Warfield, KY?
The median home value in Warfield is $118,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.9x.
How educated is Warfield, Kentucky?
3.4% of adults (25+) in Warfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.