Westport, Kentucky Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Westport, Kentucky had a total population of 275, the 434th largest community in Kentucky, with a median household income of $53,047, which is 17% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 0.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Westport Quick Facts
How Westport 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 | 243 | 275 | +13.2% |
| Median household income | $51,300 | $53,047 | +3.4% |
| Median home value | $311,300 | $326,600 | +4.9% |
How Westport 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+)
Westport Rankings in Kentucky
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Other Cities in Oldham County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Grange | 10,311 | $88,464 | 8.0% | $283,200 |
| Crestwood | 6,356 | $108,046 | 8.1% | $338,200 |
| Buckner | 4,119 | $164,219 | 0.1% | $425,400 |
| Orchard Grass Hills | 1,912 | $107,000 | 7.4% | $301,500 |
| Pewee Valley | 1,483 | $156,979 | 3.0% | $545,500 |
| Goshen | 989 | $88,188 | 3.8% | $307,200 |
| River Bluff | 445 | $148,750 | 1.1% | $429,900 |
Cities Similar to Westport
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salt Lick | 274 | $51,146 | $112,500 | 12.0% | 41.2% |
| Moseleyville | 269 | N/A | $165,000 | 8.1% | 26.0% |
| Sparta | 272 | $51,375 | $116,700 | 20.1% | 20.2% |
| Big Clifty | 285 | N/A | $117,800 | 16.9% | 20.0% |
| Poole | 256 | N/A | $175,800 | 15.4% | 1.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 275, Westport'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
Westport is a small community located in Kentucky, within Oldham County. The total population is 275. It ranks as the 434th most populous out of 552 Census-designated places in Kentucky.
Age Demographics
The median age in Westport is 28.2 years. This is 28% lower than the state median of 39.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Westport is $53,047. This is 17% lower than the state median of $63,726. It is also 34% lower than the national median of $80,734. The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in Westport. In a community this small the estimate rests on very few survey responses, so it should be read as an absence of measurement rather than a measured absence of poverty. The unemployment rate is 5.1%. This is 4% higher than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $326,600. Housing costs are 59% higher than the state median of $205,600. The home-value-to-income ratio of 6.2x suggests that housing affordability is a significant concern for many residents. 62.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% lower than the state average of 68.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Westport has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.1%.
Education
29.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 6% 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 93.9%. Notably, 15.8% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Westport, 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 Westport, Kentucky?
Westport, Kentucky has a population of 275 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Westport, KY?
The median household income in Westport is $53,047, which is 34% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Westport, KY?
The ACS sample for Westport recorded no residents below the federal poverty line. Because the community is small, this indicates that the survey did not capture poverty here rather than that no poverty exists — the estimate carries a wide margin of error.
What is the racial makeup of Westport, Kentucky?
Westport's population is 94.2% White, 0.0% Black, 5.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Westport, KY?
The median home value in Westport is $326,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 6.2x.
How educated is Westport, Kentucky?
29.3% of adults (25+) in Westport hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 15.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.