Fort Wright, Kentucky
Quick Statistics
Fort Wright is a community in Kenton County, Kentucky, home to about 5,887 people spread across 3.4 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $44,293 a year, and a typical home is worth about $328,900. About 57.8% of adults hold a college degree, and 95.1% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 3 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Kentucky towns GeoStat tracks, Fort Wright ranks number 78 of 552 in population, number 65 in median household income, number 62 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Fort Wright typically top out near 86°F in July, while January nights average about 23°F. The area sees roughly 23 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Kenton Vale, KY | 1.0 mi. | 158 |
| 2. | Fort Mitchell, KY | 1.1 mi. | 8,713 |
| 3. | Covington, KY | 1.1 mi. | 41,110 |
| 4. | Park Hills, KY | 1.5 mi. | 3,165 |
| 5. | Lakeside Park, KY | 1.8 mi. | 2,828 |
| 6. | Crestview Hills, KY | 2.3 mi. | 3,284 |
| 7. | Crescent Springs, KY | 2.5 mi. | 4,486 |
| 8. | Bromley, KY | 2.6 mi. | 821 |
What is the population of Fort Wright, Kentucky?
Fort Wright has a population of about 5,887 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Fort Wright, Kentucky in?
Fort Wright is located in Kenton County, Kentucky.
What is the median home value in Fort Wright, Kentucky?
The median home value in Fort Wright is about $328,900, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Fort Wright, Kentucky?
The median personal income in Fort Wright is about $44,293 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Fort Wright, Kentucky?
Since 1950, 12 tornadoes have been recorded in Kenton County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Fort Wright, Kentucky?
Typical July highs run about 86 degrees and January lows about 23 degrees, with around 23 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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