Whitley City, KY

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Whitley City Overview

1,323
TOTAL POPULATION
653
MALE POPULATION
670
FEMALE POPULATION
97.46
MALES / 100 FEMALES
102.60
FEMALES / 100 MALES
31.4
MEDIAN AGE
4.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.8
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$9,754
PER CAPITA INCOME
$14,303
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
$16,988
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.51
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
348
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
37.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE

Whitley City Zip Codes

Whitley City Area Codes

Race in Whitley City

The most populous races in Whitley City are White / Caucasian (1,231 | 93.0%), Two or more Races (57 | 4.3%), and Black / African American (35 | 2.6%).
Race in Whitley City
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American352.6%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino110.8%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian1,23193.0%
Two or more Races574.3%
Some other Race00.0%
Total1,323100.0%

Ancestry in Whitley City

The most populous ancestries reported in Whitley City are Scottish (207 | 15.7%), German (152 | 11.5%), American (122 | 9.2%), Irish (101 | 7.6%), and English (70 | 5.3%), together accounting for 49.3% of all Whitley City residents.
Race# Population% Population
American1229.2%
English705.3%
German15211.5%
Irish1017.6%
Norwegian80.6%
Scandinavian534.0%
Scotch-Irish382.9%
Scottish20715.7%
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Sex and Age in Whitley City

Sex and Age in Whitley City

The most populous age groups in Whitley City are 5 to 9 Years (116 | 17.8%) for men and 75 to 79 Years (129 | 19.3%) for women.
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years82 (12.6%)123 (18.4%)
5 to 9 Years116 (17.8%)21 (3.1%)
10 to 14 Years9 (1.4%)37 (5.5%)
15 to 19 Years34 (5.2%)9 (1.3%)
20 to 24 Years27 (4.1%)39 (5.8%)
25 to 29 Years75 (11.5%)16 (2.4%)
30 to 34 Years57 (8.7%)37 (5.5%)
35 to 39 Years6 (0.9%)41 (6.1%)
40 to 44 Years47 (7.2%)55 (8.2%)
45 to 49 Years97 (14.8%)34 (5.1%)
50 to 54 Years13 (2.0%)14 (2.1%)
55 to 59 Years40 (6.1%)65 (9.7%)
60 to 64 Years12 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 69 Years24 (3.7%)16 (2.4%)
70 to 74 Years14 (2.1%)14 (2.1%)
75 to 79 Years0 (0.0%)129 (19.3%)
80 to 84 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)20 (3.0%)
Total653 (100.0%)670 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Whitley City

Median Family Size in Whitley City

Median Family Size in Whitley City
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple210 (93.8%)4.35
Single Male/Father0 (0.0%)-
Single Female/Mother14 (6.2%)1.93
Total Families224 (100.0%)4.20

Median Household Size in Whitley City

Median Household Size in Whitley City
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple210 (46.0%)4.50
Single Male/Father0 (0.0%)-
Single Female/Mother14 (3.1%)1.93
Non-family233 (51.0%)1.22
Total Households457 (100.0%)2.75

Household Size by Marriage Status in Whitley City

Out of a total of 457 households in Whitley City, 224 (49.0%) are family households, while 233 (51.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 79, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 195.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Whitley City
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-195 (42.7%)
2-Person Households79 (17.3%)38 (8.3%)
3-Person Households35 (7.7%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households68 (14.9%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households26 (5.7%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households16 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total224 (49.0%)233 (51.0%)

Female Fertility in Whitley City

Fertility by Age in Whitley City

Average fertility rate in Whitley City is 61.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 152.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Whitley City
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years14 (100.0%)152.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total14 (100.0%)61.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Whitley City

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Whitley City
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Whitley City

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Whitley City
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree14 (100.0%)95.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total14 (100.0%)61.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Whitley City

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Whitley City
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Whitley City

Income Overview in Whitley City

CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,323$9,754
Median Family Income224$0
Mean Family Income224$39,188
Median Household Income457$14,303
Mean Household Income457$27,775
Income Deficit224$16,988
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,3230.00%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,323100.00¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,3230.51

Earnings by Sex in Whitley City

Earnings by Sex in Whitley City
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male300 (65.5%)$12,990
Female158 (34.5%)$0
Total458 (100.0%)$12,705

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Whitley City

The most common earnings brackets in Whitley City are $2,499 or less for men (85 | 28.3%) and $2,499 or less for women (37 | 23.4%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Whitley City
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less85 (28.3%)37 (23.4%)
$2,500 to $4,99917 (5.7%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,49917 (5.7%)29 (18.3%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)18 (11.4%)
$10,000 to $12,49921 (7.0%)0 (0.0%)
$12,500 to $14,99951 (17.0%)10 (6.3%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)16 (10.1%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)31 (19.6%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,99938 (12.7%)17 (10.8%)
$30,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $39,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$40,000 to $44,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$45,000 to $49,99916 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,99937 (12.3%)0 (0.0%)
$65,000 to $74,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99918 (6.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total300 (100.0%)158 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Whitley City

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Whitley City
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma--
College or Associate's Degree--
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total--

Family Income in Whitley City

Family Income Brackets in Whitley City

According to the Whitley City family income data, there are 81 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 36.2% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Whitley City
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0007734.4%
$10,000 to $14,999219.4%
$15,000 to $24,999146.3%
$25,000 to $34,99900.0%
$35,000 to $49,999146.3%
$50,000 to $74,9998136.2%
$75,000 to $99,99900.0%
$100,000 to $149,999177.6%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Whitley City

2-person families (79 | 35.3%) account for the highest median family income in Whitley City with $61,328 per family, while 2-person families (79 | 35.3%) have the highest median income of $30,664 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Whitley City
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families79 (35.3%)$61,328
3-Person Families35 (15.6%)$0
4-Person Families90 (40.2%)$0
5-Person Families4 (1.8%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families16 (7.1%)$0
Total224 (100.0%)$0

Family Income by Number of Earners in Whitley City

Family Income by Number of Earners in Whitley City
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners32 (14.3%)$0
1 Earner75 (33.5%)$0
2 Earners100 (44.6%)$0
3+ Earners17 (7.6%)$0
Total224 (100.0%)$0

Household Income in Whitley City

Household Income Brackets in Whitley City

With 150 households falling in the category, the less than $10,000 income range is the most frequent in Whitley City, accounting for 32.8% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Whitley City
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00015032.8%
$10,000 to $14,9999320.4%
$15,000 to $24,9995211.4%
$25,000 to $34,999327.0%
$35,000 to $49,999327.0%
$50,000 to $74,9998117.7%
$75,000 to $99,99900.0%
$100,000 to $149,999173.7%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+00.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Whitley City

The median household income in Whitley City is $14,303, with the highest median household income of $13,486 found in the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 179 households (39.2%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 14 households (3.1%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Whitley City
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years14 (3.1%)$0
25 to 44 Years129 (28.2%)$0
45 to 64 Years135 (29.5%)$0
65+ Years179 (39.2%)$13,486
Total457 (100.0%)$14,303

Poverty in Whitley City

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Whitley City

With 55.3% poverty level for males and 58.7% for females among the residents of Whitley City, 6 to 11 year old males and 12 to 14 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 74 males (100.0%) and 7 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Whitley City
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years26 (31.7%)77 (62.6%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years74 (100.0%)14 (27.5%)
12 to 14 Years9 (100.0%)7 (100.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years17 (38.6%)39 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years118 (100.0%)37 (69.8%)
35 to 44 Years21 (45.7%)79 (82.3%)
45 to 54 Years22 (30.6%)17 (35.4%)
55 to 64 Years23 (44.2%)31 (47.7%)
65 to 74 Years14 (46.7%)14 (46.7%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)69 (46.3%)
Total324 (55.3%)393 (58.7%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Whitley City

According to the poverty statistics in Whitley City, males aged 5 years and females aged 6 to 11 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 72.6% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Whitley City
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years56 (68.3%)46 (37.4%)
5 Years42 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)37 (72.6%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years27 (61.4%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)16 (30.2%)
35 to 44 Years25 (54.3%)17 (17.7%)
45 to 54 Years50 (69.4%)31 (64.6%)
55 to 64 Years29 (55.8%)34 (52.3%)
65 to 74 Years16 (53.3%)16 (53.3%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)80 (53.7%)
Total262 (44.7%)277 (41.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Whitley City

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Whitley City show that 53.3% or 112 of the total 210 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 100.0%, comprising of 4 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Whitley City
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children65 (74.7%)22 (25.3%)
1 or 2 Children17 (16.5%)86 (83.5%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
5 or more Children16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total98 (46.7%)112 (53.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Whitley City

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Whitley City
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Whitley City

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Whitley City
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children22 (25.3%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children86 (83.5%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total112 (53.3%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Whitley City

Employment by Class of Employer in Whitley City

Among the 348 employed individuals in Whitley City, private company employees (253 | 72.7%), state government employees (54 | 15.5%), and federal government employees (22 | 6.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Whitley City
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees25372.7%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)00.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)195.5%
Not-for-profit Organizations00.0%
Local Government Employees00.0%
State Government Employees5415.5%
Federal Government Employees226.3%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total348100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Whitley City

Employment Status by Age in Whitley City
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years34 (79.1%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years27 (40.9%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years51 (56.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years87 (92.6%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years42 (28.2%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years49 (31.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years30 (28.6%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years16 (23.5%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total348 (37.2%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Whitley City

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Whitley City
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School13 (13.4%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma83 (38.8%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree125 (51.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher50 (94.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total271 (44.5%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Whitley City

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Whitley City are Community & Social Service (37 | 10.6%), Education Instruction & Library (37 | 10.6%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (17 | 4.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Whitley City

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Whitley City
OccupationMaleFemale
Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 0 (0.0%)37 (100.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)37 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)54 (100.0%)
Total (Overall)250 (71.8%)98 (28.2%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Whitley City are Food Preparation & Serving (65 | 18.7%), Healthcare Support (50 | 14.4%), Security & Protection (23 | 6.6%), Firefighting & Prevention (17 | 4.9%), and Law Enforcement (6 | 1.7%).
Services Occupations in Whitley City

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in Whitley City
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support50 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Security & Protection23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving65 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)138 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)250 (71.8%)98 (28.2%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Whitley City are Office & Administration (31 | 8.9%), and Sales & Related (13 | 3.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Whitley City

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Whitley City
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)31 (100.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)44 (100.0%)
Total (Overall)250 (71.8%)98 (28.2%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Whitley City are Construction & Extraction (48 | 13.8%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (17 | 4.9%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Whitley City

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Whitley City
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction48 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)65 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)250 (71.8%)98 (28.2%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Whitley City are Transportation (34 | 9.8%), and Production (13 | 3.7%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Whitley City

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Whitley City
OccupationMaleFemale
Production13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)47 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)250 (71.8%)98 (28.2%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Whitley City

Employment Industries in Whitley City

The major employment industries in Whitley City include Accommodation & Food Services (65 | 18.7%), Health Care & Social Assistance (64 | 18.4%), Public Administration (39 | 11.2%), Educational Services (37 | 10.6%), and Construction (36 | 10.3%).
Employment Industries in Whitley City

Employment Industries by Sex in Whitley City

The Whitley City industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Manufacturing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Retail Trade (100.0%), Educational Services (100.0%), and Public Administration (43.6%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Whitley City
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services0 (0.0%)37 (100.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance50 (78.1%)14 (21.9%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services65 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Public Administration22 (56.4%)17 (43.6%)
Total250 (71.8%)98 (28.2%)

Education in Whitley City

School Enrollment in Whitley City

The most common levels of schooling among the 232 students in Whitley City are elementary school (125 | 53.9%), nursery / preschool (42 | 18.1%), and high school (26 | 11.2%).
School Enrollment in Whitley City
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool4218.1%
Kindergarten00.0%
Elementary School12553.9%
Middle School166.9%
High School2611.2%
College / Undergraduate62.6%
Graduate / Professional177.3%
Total232100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Whitley City

Out of a total of 232 students who are enrolled in schools in Whitley City, 16 (6.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 216 (93.1%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 16 (34.8% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 137 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Whitley City
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old137 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds30 (65.2%)16 (34.8%)
15 to 17 Year Olds26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total216 (93.1%)16 (6.9%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Whitley City

Psychology (50 | 70.4%), education (18 | 25.4%), and business (3 | 4.2%) are the most common fields of study among 71 individuals in Whitley City who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Whitley City
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural00.0%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology5070.4%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology00.0%
Business34.2%
Education1825.4%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total71100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Whitley City

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Whitley City

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Whitley City are males with 3 vehicles (64, accounting for 25.6%) and females with 3 vehicles (17, making up 65.3%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Whitley City
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle51 (20.4%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle50 (20.0%)50 (51.0%)
2 Vehicles36 (14.4%)14 (14.3%)
3 Vehicles64 (25.6%)17 (17.3%)
4 Vehicles49 (19.6%)17 (17.3%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total250 (100.0%)98 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Whitley City

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Whitley City are 45 to 59 minutes (99 commuters, 28.4%), 5 to 9 minutes (78 commuters, 22.4%), and 40 to 44 minutes (51 commuters, 14.7%).
Commute Time in Whitley City
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes00.0%
5 to 9 Minutes7822.4%
10 to 14 Minutes133.7%
15 to 19 Minutes3710.6%
20 to 24 Minutes00.0%
25 to 29 Minutes164.6%
30 to 34 Minutes123.5%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes5114.7%
45 to 59 Minutes9928.4%
60 to 89 Minutes4212.1%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Whitley City

The most common commute times in Whitley City are 45 to 59 minutes (99 commuters, 39.6%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (61 commuters, 62.2%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Whitley City
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes17 (6.8%)61 (62.2%)
10 to 14 Minutes13 (5.2%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes0 (0.0%)37 (37.8%)
20 to 24 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes16 (6.4%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes12 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes51 (20.4%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes99 (39.6%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes42 (16.8%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Whitley City

The most frequent times of departure to work in Whitley City are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (103, 41.2%) for males and 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (44, 44.9%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Whitley City
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM17 (6.8%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM13 (5.2%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM12 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM14 (5.6%)0 (0.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM103 (41.2%)37 (37.8%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM0 (0.0%)44 (44.9%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM18 (7.2%)17 (17.3%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM17 (6.8%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM6 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM50 (20.0%)0 (0.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total250 (100.0%)98 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Whitley City

Occupancy by Ownership in Whitley City

Of the total 457 dwellings in Whitley City, owner-occupied units account for 259 (56.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 198 (43.3%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Whitley City
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units25956.7%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units19843.3%
Total Occupied Housing Units457100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Whitley City

Occupancy by Household Size in Whitley City
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household19542.7%
2-Person Household11725.6%
3-Person Household357.7%
4+ Person Household11024.1%
Total Housing Units457100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Whitley City

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Whitley City
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household119 (61.0%)76 (39.0%)
2-Person Household62 (53.0%)55 (47.0%)
3-Person Household35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household43 (39.1%)67 (60.9%)
Total Housing Units259 (56.7%)198 (43.3%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Whitley City

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Whitley City
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School54 (32.1%)114 (67.9%)
High School Diploma153 (90.0%)17 (10.0%)
College/Associate Degree34 (33.7%)67 (66.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Whitley City

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Whitley City
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years6714.7%
35 to 44 Years7616.6%
45 to 54 Years6714.7%
55 to 64 Years6814.9%
65 to 74 Years306.6%
75 to 84 Years12928.2%
85 Years and Over204.4%
Total457100.0%

Housing Finances in Whitley City

Median Income by Occupancy in Whitley City

Median Income by Occupancy in Whitley City
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied259 (56.7%)$0
Renter-Occupied198 (43.3%)$0
Average457 (100.0%)$14,303

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Whitley City

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Whitley City
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)51 (25.8%)
$5,000 to $9,99923 (8.9%)76 (38.4%)
$10,000 to $14,99993 (35.9%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,99914 (5.4%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,9990 (0.0%)38 (19.2%)
$25,000 to $34,99932 (12.4%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99932 (12.4%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99948 (18.5%)33 (16.7%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99917 (6.6%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total259 (100.0%)198 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Whitley City

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Whitley City
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300134 (51.7%)27 (13.6%)
$300 to $49956 (21.6%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $7994 (1.5%)124 (62.6%)
$800 to $99943 (16.6%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000 to $1,49922 (8.5%)30 (15.1%)
$1,500 to $1,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total259 (100.0%)198 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Whitley City

Housing Structures in Whitley City

Housing Structures in Whitley City
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached25756.2%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments5111.2%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments388.3%
10 or more Apartments275.9%
Mobile Home / Other8418.4%
Total457100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Whitley City

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Whitley City
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached224 (87.2%)33 (12.8%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)51 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)38 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)27 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other35 (41.7%)49 (58.3%)
Total259 (56.7%)198 (43.3%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Whitley City

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Whitley City
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)52 (26.3%)
4 or 5 Rooms125 (48.3%)76 (38.4%)
6 or 7 Rooms117 (45.2%)54 (27.3%)
8 or more Rooms17 (6.6%)16 (8.1%)
Total259 (100.0%)198 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Whitley City

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Whitley City
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas20 (7.7%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity202 (78.0%)181 (91.4%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene18 (7.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels19 (7.3%)17 (8.6%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total259 (100.0%)198 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Whitley City

Household Vehicle Usage in Whitley City
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle38 (14.7%)38 (19.2%)
1 Vehicle99 (38.2%)113 (57.1%)
2 Vehicles55 (21.2%)30 (15.1%)
3 or more Vehicles67 (25.9%)17 (8.6%)
Total259 (100.0%)198 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Whitley City

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Whitley City

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units150109
Median Property Value$65,200$66,200
Median Household Income--
Monthly Housing Costs$219$0
Real Estate Taxes$199$23

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Whitley City

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Whitley City
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00028 (18.7%)44 (40.4%)
$50,000 to $99,99986 (57.3%)53 (48.6%)
$100,000 to $299,99936 (24.0%)12 (11.0%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total150 (100.0%)109 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Whitley City

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Whitley City
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99972 (48.0%)23 (21.1%)
$25,000 to $34,99910 (6.7%)35 (32.1%)
$35,000 to $49,99932 (21.3%)22 (20.2%)
$50,000 to $74,99936 (24.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)12 (11.0%)
$100,000 to $149,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)17 (15.6%)
Total150 (100.0%)109 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Whitley City

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Whitley City
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x42 (28.0%)0 (0.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x36 (24.0%)38 (34.9%)
3.0x to 3.9x0 (0.0%)12 (11.0%)
4.0x or more72 (48.0%)36 (33.0%)
Total150 (100.0%)109 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Whitley City

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Whitley City
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800114 (76.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)74 (67.9%)
$800 to $1,49916 (10.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total150 (100.0%)109 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Whitley City

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Whitley City

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Whitley City
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years247 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years184 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years70 (84.3%)13 (15.7%)
26 to 34 Years154 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years142 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years120 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years117 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years60 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older149 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,243 (99.0%)13 (1.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Whitley City

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Whitley City
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born247 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen184 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen70 (84.3%)13 (15.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Whitley City

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Whitley City
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000687 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,999156 (92.3%)13 (7.7%)
$50,000 to $74,999334 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over66 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Whitley City

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Whitley City
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6247 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years167 (90.8%)17 (9.2%)
19 to 25 Years56 (67.5%)14 (16.9%)
25 to 34 Years154 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years106 (74.7%)36 (25.4%)
45 to 54 Years71 (59.2%)49 (40.8%)
55 to 64 Years88 (75.2%)29 (24.8%)
65 to 74 Years60 (100.0%)46 (76.7%)
75 Years and over149 (100.0%)70 (47.0%)
Total1,098 (87.4%)261 (20.8%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Whitley City

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Whitley City
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)16 (23.9%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years32 (18.8%)97 (46.4%)
65 to 74 Years16 (53.3%)30 (100.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)20 (13.4%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Whitley City

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Whitley City: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years32 (18.8%)70 (33.5%)
65 to 74 Years16 (53.3%)16 (53.3%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Whitley City: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)70 (33.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Whitley City: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)16 (23.9%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)13 (6.2%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)14 (46.7%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Whitley City: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)16 (23.9%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years32 (18.8%)45 (21.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)20 (13.4%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Whitley City: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)18 (8.6%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)20 (13.4%)

Technology Access in Whitley City

Computing Device Access in Whitley City

Computing Device Access in Whitley City
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop22148.4%
Smartphone32070.0%
Tablet25756.2%
No Computing Device11926.0%
Total457100.0%

Internet Access in Whitley City

Internet Access in Whitley City
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home20745.3%
Cellular Data Only102.2%
Satellite Internet245.2%
No Internet24052.5%
Total457100.0%

Whitley City Summary

Whitley City is a small town located in McCreary County, Kentucky. It is situated in the southeastern part of the state, near the Tennessee border. The town is part of the larger area known as the Cumberland Plateau, which is known for its rolling hills and lush forests. The population of Whitley City was 1,845 in the 2010 census, making it the largest town in McCreary County.

Geography

Whitley City is located in the southeastern part of Kentucky, near the Tennessee border. It is situated in the Cumberland Plateau, which is known for its rolling hills and lush forests. The town is located at the intersection of US 27 and KY 92. The town is surrounded by the Daniel Boone National Forest, which provides a variety of recreational activities. The town is also located near the Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area, which is a popular destination for camping, fishing, and hiking.

Climate

Whitley City has a humid subtropical climate, with hot summers and mild winters. The average high temperature in the summer is around 90 degrees Fahrenheit, while the average low temperature in the winter is around 30 degrees Fahrenheit. The town receives an average of 48 inches of precipitation per year, with most of it falling in the spring and summer months.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Whitley City was 1,845. The racial makeup of the town was 95.2% White, 2.2% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.7% of the population.

Economy

The economy of Whitley City is largely based on agriculture and tourism. The town is home to several farms, which produce a variety of crops, including corn, soybeans, and tobacco. The town is also home to several tourist attractions, including the Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area, which is a popular destination for camping, fishing, and hiking. The town is also home to several restaurants, shops, and other businesses.

History

Whitley City was founded in 1883 by a group of settlers from Whitley County, Kentucky. The town was named after the county, and was originally intended to be a trading post for the local farmers. The town quickly grew, and by the early 1900s, it had become a thriving community. The town was home to several businesses, including a general store, a blacksmith shop, and a post office.
In the early 1900s, the town was also home to several churches, including the First Baptist Church, which was founded in 1883. The town also had a school, which was established in 1884. The school was later replaced by a larger school, which was built in the 1920s.
In the late 1900s, the town began to decline, as many of the businesses and residents moved away. The town was eventually incorporated in 1972, and has since seen a resurgence in population and economic activity. Today, Whitley City is a small but vibrant town, with a variety of businesses and attractions.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Whitley City?
Total Population of Whitley City is 1,323.
What is the Total Male Population of Whitley City?
Total Male Population of Whitley City is 653.
What is the Total Female Population of Whitley City?
Total Female Population of Whitley City is 670.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Whitley City?
There are 97.46 Males per 100 Females in Whitley City.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Whitley City?
There are 102.60 Females per 100 Males in Whitley City.
What is the Median Population Age in Whitley City?
Median Population Age in Whitley City is 31.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Whitley City
Average Family Size in Whitley City is 4.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Whitley City
Average Household Size in Whitley City is 2.8 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Whitley City?
Per Capita income in Whitley City is $9,754.
What is the Median Household income in Whitley City?
Median Household Income in Whitley City is $14,303.
What is Family Income Deficit in Whitley City?
Family Income Deficit in Whitley City is $16,988.
Families that are below poverty line in Whitley City earn $16,988 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Whitley City?
Inequality or Gini Index in Whitley City is 0.51.
How Large is the Labor Force in Whitley City?
There are 348 People in the Labor Forcein in Whitley City.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Whitley City?
37.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Whitley City.