Wingo, Kentucky Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Wingo, Kentucky had a total population of 606, the 317th largest city in Kentucky, with a median household income of $50,000, which is 22% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.3x.
Wingo Quick Facts
How Wingo 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 | 676 | 606 | -10.4% |
| Median household income | $46,042 | $50,000 | +8.6% |
| Median home value | $112,000 | $117,200 | +4.6% |
How Wingo 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+)
Wingo Rankings in Kentucky
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Other Cities in Graves County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mayfield | 9,868 | $40,965 | 26.9% | $112,500 |
| Symsonia | 473 | N/A | 21.8% | $264,800 |
| Sedalia | 334 | $45,900 | 0.0% | $116,200 |
| Fancy Farm | 326 | $60,268 | 31.6% | $135,500 |
| Farmington | 245 | $33,636 | 60.8% | $86,800 |
| Pryorsburg | 204 | N/A | 34.3% | N/A |
| Water Valley | 137 | $42,143 | 0.0% | $77,100 |
| Lowes | 111 | N/A | 100.0% | N/A |
| Hickory | 23 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Cities Similar to Wingo
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Magnolia | 609 | $50,809 | $158,100 | 7.8% | 29.7% |
| Cawood | 596 | N/A | $69,800 | 33.7% | 6.4% |
| Calhoun | 601 | $52,500 | $113,300 | 7.4% | 14.4% |
| Science Hill | 647 | $50,341 | $138,700 | 9.3% | 16.6% |
| Mortons Gap | 650 | N/A | $96,800 | 5.8% | 24.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 606, Wingo'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
Wingo is a small community located in Kentucky, within Graves County. The total population is 606. It ranks as the 317th most populous out of 552 Census-designated places in Kentucky.
Age Demographics
The median age in Wingo is 28.4 years. This is 27% lower than the state median of 39.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Wingo is $50,000. This is 22% lower than the state median of $63,726. It is also 38% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 15.4%. This is 4% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.1%. The unemployment rate is 7.3%. This is 50% higher than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $117,200. Housing costs are 43% lower than the state median of $205,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.3x, Wingo is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 69.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Wingo is White (non-Hispanic), making up 83.2% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 4.1%. The Asian population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 1.6%.
Education
20.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 24% 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 89.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Wingo, 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 Wingo, Kentucky?
Wingo, Kentucky has a population of 606 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Wingo, KY?
The median household income in Wingo is $50,000, which is 38% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Wingo, KY?
The poverty rate in Wingo is 15.4%. This means approximately 93 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Wingo, Kentucky?
Wingo's population is 83.2% White, 4.1% Black, 3.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.7% Asian.
What is the median home value in Wingo, KY?
The median home value in Wingo is $117,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.3x.
How educated is Wingo, Kentucky?
20.9% of adults (25+) in Wingo hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.