Wheelwright, Kentucky
Wheelwright: city
About
Wheelwright is a city located in the county of Floyd in the U.S. state of Kentucky. Its population at the 2010 census was 780 and a population density of 171 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 487 inhabitants.
The city was created 109 years ago in 1917.
Quick Facts about Wheelwright
| Population | 487 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Kentucky (United States) |
| County | Floyd County |
| Postal code | 41669 |
| Phone Area Codes | 606 |
| Area | 4.57 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 37.3326,-82.7210 |
| Altitude | 1,138 feet / 347 meters |
| Establishment | February 06, 1917 (109 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 19:11:55 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 107 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -60.16% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 54℉ Mostly Clear 7-days weather |
Geography
Wheelwright is located at 37°19'57"N 82°43'16"W (37.3326000, -82.7209900).
Wheelwright map
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Weather
Mostly clear. Low around 54, with temperatures rising to around 55 overnight. Southwest wind around 7 mph.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Wheelwright decreased by 60.16% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 780 | - | census |
| 2011 | 1,202 | 35.11% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 857 | -40.26% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 556 | -54.14% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 548 | -1.46% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 540 | -1.48% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 528 | -2.27% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 519 | -1.73% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 509 | -1.96% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 503 | -1.19% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 487 | -3.29% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Wheelwright, KY. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 156189 | Alice Lloyd College | Pippa Passes (KY) | 41844 |
Closest post offices linked to Wheelwright.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Wheelwrigh Post Office | Wheelwright (KY) | 41669 |
Other cities in Floyd County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Floyd County , KY.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Prestonsburg | 3,460 | City and county seat of Floyd County, Kentucky |
| Martin | 541 | City in Kentucky, USA |
| Wayland | 373 | City in Kentucky, United States |
| Allen City | 193 | City in Floyd County, Kentucky, United States |