Silver Grove, Kentucky Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Silver Grove, Kentucky had a total population of 1,008, the 243rd largest city in Kentucky, with a median household income of $46,595, which is 27% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.3x.
Silver Grove Quick Facts
How Silver Grove Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,104 | 1,008 | -8.7% |
| Median household income | $46,315 | $46,595 | +0.6% |
| Median home value | $103,400 | $107,700 | +4.2% |
How Silver Grove Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 33 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Silver Grove Rankings in Kentucky
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Other Cities in Campbell County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Thomas | 17,169 | $104,350 | 6.2% | $335,000 |
| Newport | 13,967 | $60,853 | 20.8% | $217,600 |
| Alexandria | 10,562 | $102,239 | 7.7% | $284,800 |
| Highland Heights | 6,444 | $53,275 | 19.9% | $169,700 |
| Cold Spring | 6,341 | $75,000 | 9.9% | $253,600 |
| Dayton | 5,743 | $65,992 | 15.9% | $163,500 |
| Bellevue | 5,636 | $71,166 | 11.4% | $206,500 |
| Southgate | 3,717 | $54,421 | 19.8% | $190,800 |
| Claryville | 3,251 | $81,458 | 1.2% | $278,200 |
| Wilder | 3,135 | $70,893 | 18.6% | $159,900 |
Cities Similar to Silver Grove
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dixon | 1,036 | $46,607 | $82,500 | 5.6% | 20.1% |
| Pine Knot | 1,051 | N/A | N/A | 1.9% | 52.9% |
| Wheelwright | 964 | N/A | $72,000 | 9.1% | 40.7% |
| New Castle | 1,052 | $43,203 | $154,000 | 17.8% | 18.5% |
| Campbellsburg | 1,016 | $54,875 | $162,200 | 11.7% | 21.2% |
Population Overview
Silver Grove is a small community located in Kentucky, within Campbell County. The total population is 1,008. It ranks as the 243rd most populous out of 552 Census-designated places in Kentucky.
Age Demographics
The median age in Silver Grove is 44.2 years. This is 13% higher than the state median of 39.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Silver Grove is $46,595. This is 27% lower than the state median of $63,726. It is also 42% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.5%. This is 53% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.1%. The unemployment rate is 8.0%. This is 64% higher than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $107,700. Housing costs are 48% lower than the state median of $205,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.3x, Silver Grove is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 59.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% lower than the state average of 68.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Silver Grove has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 98.2% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 0.7%. The Black or African American population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 7.5%.
Education
12.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 55% lower than the state rate of 27.6%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 86.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Silver Grove, Kentucky is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Kentucky state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 552 Census-designated places in Kentucky. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Silver Grove, Kentucky?
Silver Grove, Kentucky has a population of 1,008 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Silver Grove, KY?
The median household income in Silver Grove is $46,595, which is 42% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Silver Grove, KY?
The poverty rate in Silver Grove is 7.5%. This means approximately 75 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Silver Grove, Kentucky?
Silver Grove's population is 98.2% White, 0.7% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Silver Grove, KY?
The median home value in Silver Grove is $107,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.3x.
How educated is Silver Grove, Kentucky?
12.3% of adults (25+) in Silver Grove hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.