Worthville, Kentucky Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Worthville, Kentucky had a total population of 176, the 481st largest city in Kentucky. The poverty rate is 67.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (67.5%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 3.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Worthville Quick Facts
How Worthville 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 | 147 | 176 | +19.7% |
| Median home value | $47,200 | $66,400 | +40.7% |
How Worthville 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+)
Worthville Rankings in Kentucky
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Other Cities in Carroll County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carrollton | 3,915 | $45,871 | 22.8% | $113,200 |
| Sanders | 435 | $39,524 | 49.0% | N/A |
| Ghent | 286 | $42,188 | 20.6% | $98,300 |
| Prestonville | 192 | N/A | 47.4% | $76,500 |
Cities Similar to Worthville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rabbit Hash | 175 | N/A | $300,000 | 25.7% | 30.9% |
| Slaughters | 175 | $35,625 | $72,100 | 7.9% | 25.1% |
| Woodlawn | 181 | $84,821 | $202,300 | 52.1% | 16.0% |
| Dwale | 170 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 28.2% |
| Glenview Manor | 170 | $211,250 | $625,000 | 84.0% | 3.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 176, Worthville'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
Worthville is a small community located in Kentucky, within Carroll County. The total population is 176. It ranks as the 481st most populous out of 552 Census-designated places in Kentucky.
Age Demographics
The median age in Worthville is 36.6 years. This is 6% lower than the state median of 39.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 67.5%. This is 320% higher than the state poverty rate of 16.1%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Worthville, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $66,400. Housing costs are 68% lower than the state median of $205,600. 73.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 7% higher than the state average of 68.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Worthville has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.2% of all residents.
Education
3.0% 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 89% 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 68.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Worthville, 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 Worthville, Kentucky?
Worthville, Kentucky has a population of 176 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Worthville, KY?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Worthville — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Worthville, KY?
The poverty rate in Worthville is 67.5%. This means approximately 114 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Worthville, Kentucky?
Worthville's population is 89.2% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Worthville, KY?
The median home value in Worthville is $66,400.
How educated is Worthville, Kentucky?
3.0% of adults (25+) in Worthville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.