Wilmore city, Kentucky Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Wilmore city, Kentucky Demographics
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As of 2026, Wilmore city, Kentucky has a total population of 6,031, the 77th largest city in Kentucky, with a median household income of $64,245, which is 3% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.8%.

Wilmore city Quick Facts

Population 6,031

Median Household Income $64,245

Median Home Value $210,700

Poverty Rate 11.8%

Unemployment Rate 2.7%

Median Age 29.3 years

Homeownership Rate 52.1%

Affordability Ratio 3.3x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 45.3%

High School Graduation Rate 96.2%

Diversity Index 20/100

Population 6,031 77th of 552

Median Income $64,245 above average

Poverty Rate 11.8% 5% lower national

Median Home Value $210,700 top 30%

How Wilmore city Compares

Median Household Income

Wilmore city

$64,245

$62,417

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Wilmore city

$210,700

$192,300

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 13.1%

$25K-$50K 23.4%

$50K-$100K 38.8%

$100K+ 24.6%

Employment

2.7% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8% | National: 5.2%

65.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 52.1%

Renter 47.9%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.3x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

20.7%

18-34

42.7%

35-54

15.3%

55-74

13.3%

75+

7.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very 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+)

Wilmore city Rankings in Kentucky

#77 Population of 552

#190 Median Income of 552

#90 Education of 552

#135 Home Value of 552

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Cities Similar to Wilmore city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Dayton city	5,703	$62,500	$144,100	24.4%	18.3%
Bellevue city	5,598	$67,143	$186,200	43.0%	13.4%
Princeton city	6,242	$51,875	$89,700	19.3%	13.7%
Cold Spring city	6,298	$80,172	$235,200	40.6%	10.2%
Walton city	5,513	$76,375	$226,200	31.9%	7.9%

Population Overview

Wilmore city is a small city located in Kentucky. The total population is 6,031. It ranks as the 77th most populous out of 552 cities and towns in Kentucky.

Age Demographics

The median age in Wilmore city is 29.3 years. This is 25% lower than the state median of 39.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Wilmore city is $64,245. This is 3% higher than the state median of $62,417. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 18% lower. The poverty rate stands at 11.8%. This is 27% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.1%. The unemployment rate is 2.7%. This is 44% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $210,700. Housing costs are 10% higher than the state median of $192,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x. 52.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 24% lower than the state average of 68.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Wilmore city has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.2% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 2.8%. The Black or African American population (2.8%) is well below the state average of 7.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.6%) is well below the state average of 4.7%. The Asian population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 1.5%.

Education

45.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 68% 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 96.2%. Notably, 22.5% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Wilmore 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 Wilmore city, Kentucky?

Wilmore city, Kentucky has a population of 6,031 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Wilmore city is $64,245, which is 18% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Wilmore city, KY?

The poverty rate in Wilmore city is 11.8%. This means approximately 572 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Wilmore city, Kentucky?

Wilmore city's population is 89.2% White, 2.8% Black, 1.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.2% Asian.

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

The median home value in Wilmore city is $210,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x.

How educated is Wilmore city, Kentucky?

45.3% of adults (25+) in Wilmore city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 22.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.