Westwood city, Kentucky Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Westwood city, Kentucky Demographics
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As of 2026, Westwood city, Kentucky has a total population of 467, the 364th largest city in Kentucky, with a median household income of $105,833, which is 70% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.3%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 70% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Kentucky.
63.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Kentucky.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.0%.

Westwood city Quick Facts

Population 467

Median Household Income $105,833

Median Home Value $335,300

Poverty Rate 7.3%

Unemployment Rate 0.0%

Median Age 44.0 years

Homeownership Rate 99.4%

Affordability Ratio 3.2x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 63.1%

High School Graduation Rate 97.0%

Diversity Index 29/100

Population 467 364th of 552

Median Income $105,833 top 20%

Poverty Rate 7.3% 41% lower national

Median Home Value $335,300 top 10%

How Westwood city Compares

Median Household Income

Westwood city

$105,833

$62,417

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Westwood city

$335,300

$192,300

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 6.3%

$25K-$50K 9.1%

$50K-$100K 31.3%

$100K+ 53.4%

Employment

0.0% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8% | National: 5.2%

69.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 99.4%

Renter 0.6%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.2x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

23.5%

18-34

13.5%

35-54

30.2%

55-74

22.9%

75+

9.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 31 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Westwood city Rankings in Kentucky

#364 Population of 552

#60 Median Income of 552

#38 Education of 552

#49 Home Value of 552

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Cities Similar to Westwood city

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Sanders city	469	N/A	$78,100	11.7%	47.2%
Pippa Passes city	472	N/A	N/A	78.1%	26.7%
Stanley CDP	441	N/A	N/A	0.0%	7.9%
Bancroft city	494	$102,500	$357,100	77.3%	2.0%
Wellington city	436	$96,250	$328,500	65.0%	4.1%

Population Overview

Westwood city is a small community located in Kentucky. The total population is 467. It ranks as the 364th most populous out of 552 cities and towns in Kentucky.

Age Demographics

The median age in Westwood city is 44.0 years. This is 13% higher than the state median of 39.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Westwood city is $105,833. This is 70% higher than the state median of $62,417. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 35% higher. The poverty rate stands at 7.3%. This is 55% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.1%. The unemployment rate is 0.0%. This is 100% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $335,300. Housing costs are 74% higher than the state median of $192,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x. 99.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 46% higher than the state average of 68.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Westwood city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 83.7% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 5.3%.

Education

63.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Westwood city in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 134% higher than the state rate of 27.0%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 97.0%. Notably, 26.7% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Westwood city, Kentucky is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. 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. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Westwood city, Kentucky?

Westwood city, Kentucky has a population of 467 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Westwood city, KY?

The median household income in Westwood city is $105,833, which is 35% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Westwood city, KY?

The poverty rate in Westwood city is 7.3%. This means approximately 34 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Westwood city, Kentucky?

Westwood city's population is 83.7% White, 5.3% Black, 4.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Westwood city, KY?

The median home value in Westwood city is $335,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

How educated is Westwood city, Kentucky?

63.1% of adults (25+) in Westwood city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 26.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.