Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.57 |
| Below Poverty | 24.4% ▲ 144% above avg |
| College Grads | 38.2% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 10.1% ▲ 105% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 49 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,164 (35.3%) |
| Some College | 807 (13.2%) |
| Associates | 848 (13.8%) |
| Bachelors | 831 (13.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,427 (23.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $46,251 ▼ 39% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $82,530 ▼ 70% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $620/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 5,619 |
| Vacant Units | 1,141 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Knott County is located in Kentucky and encompasses 18 ZIP codes spanning 18 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 11,659 residents. With a median age of 43.89, it is a middle-aged county.
Knott County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $46,250 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 10.1%, more than double the national average. The poverty rate of 24.4% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Knott County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $82,530 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $619. Homeownership rates are high at 72.6%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Knott County are primarily White (96.91%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 38.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Knott County, KY is a working-class area in Kentucky. The 18 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41725 | Carrie | 255 | $63,059 | — | — | 0.0% | 50.9% |
| 41740 | Emmalena | 1,056 | $88,446 | $88,300 | — | 18.7% | 44.5% |
| 41822 | Hindman | 1,979 | $29,489 | $85,900 | $608 | 0.4% | 28.8% |
| 41828 | Kite | 665 | $45,500 | $59,200 | — | 14.9% | 29.1% |
| 41831 | Leburn | 953 | $51,442 | $148,100 | $575 | 0.0% | 26.5% |
| 41834 | Littcarr | 244 | $51,477 | — | — | 0.0% | 28.3% |
| 41836 | Mallie | 1,039 | $62,250 | — | — | 8.1% | 45.1% |
| 41839 | Mousie | 674 | $28,508 | — | $833 | 12.9% | 31.3% |
| 41844 | Pippa Passes | 1,285 | $30,083 | $72,400 | $548 | 24.2% | 46.3% |
| 41861 | Raven | 288 | $22,257 | $32,500 | — | 38.2% | 19.1% |
| 41862 | Topmost | 1,032 | $46,833 | $77,100 | $635 | 19.6% | 41.1% |
| 41772 | Vest | 245 | $50,425 | — | — | 0.0% | 39.3% |