Wheelwright, Kentucky
City · Population 1,051 · #198 in Kentucky
About Wheelwright
Set in the southeastern part of Kentucky, Wheelwright is a small town, home to 1,051 residents as of the latest Census estimates.
Officially, Wheelwright is an incorporated city with its own municipal government. The community covers 1.76 square miles, giving it a balanced suburban layout with room to breathe at roughly 597 residents per square mile.
📰 Wheelwright News Today
- Carolyn Ann Taylor Obituary (2026) - Wheelwright, KY - J. W. Call and Son Funeral Home Legacy obituary · Mar 10
- Authorities continue to search for missing Floyd County teen Mountain Top Media · Feb 24
- Opening of state prison in Floyd County could be a couple months away WCHS · Sep 3
- Anthony V. "Tony" Allen Obituary (2026) - Melvin, KY - Nelson-Frazier Funeral Home - Martin Legacy obituary · Feb 9
- Kentucky reopens former private prison closed after scandal AP News · Dec 5
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What Makes Wheelwright Unique
- The only place in America named Wheelwright — a truly one-of-a-kind name among 32,000+ US communities.
- Positioned in southeastern Kentucky, convenient to the region's corridors and crossings.
- Part of the fabric of Kentucky — one of 555 recognized communities statewide.
Why People Love It Here
- Small-town pace of life: less traffic, more community, and neighbors who wave.
- Housing dollars stretch further here than in the nearest metro.
- Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 9 miles.
🏫 Schools in Wheelwright
- South Floyd Elementary School
Public schools, U.S. Dept. of Education (NCES) 2023–24 directory.
⚡ Quick Facts
StateKentucky
TypeCity
Population (2024)1,051
Rank in state#198 of 418
Land area1.76 sq mi
Density597/sq mi
Coordinates37.3392, -82.7186