Wheelwright is a city located in Floyd County, in the state of Kentucky (KY), United States. Nestled in the East South Central division of the South region, it covers an area of 1.7 square miles (5.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 1102 ft. With a population of approximately 1,042 residents, Wheelwright offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 74.38% males and 25.62% females, and it has a population density of 598.85 people per square mile (231.22/km²). Wheelwright lies at a latitude of 37.33 and a longitude of -82.72, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (28.6%), followed by English (5.3%), German (3.3%), and Scotch-Irish (2%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 41669.