Sonora, Kentucky Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Sonora, Kentucky had a total population of 653, the 301st largest city in Kentucky, with a median household income of $51,250, which is 20% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.8%.
Sonora Quick Facts
How Sonora 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 | 597 | 653 | +9.4% |
| Median household income | $50,417 | $51,250 | +1.7% |
| Median home value | $178,400 | $185,400 | +3.9% |
How Sonora 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+)
Sonora Rankings in Kentucky
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Other Cities in Hardin County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elizabethtown | 32,576 | $60,760 | 17.0% | $245,900 |
| Radcliff | 22,864 | $58,559 | 16.0% | $169,600 |
| Fort Knox | 8,836 | $82,663 | 9.0% | N/A |
| Vine Grove | 6,830 | $72,560 | 11.1% | $235,400 |
| Rineyville | 2,470 | $84,511 | 3.9% | $257,100 |
| Muldraugh | 1,127 | $60,508 | 22.5% | $76,700 |
| West Point | 1,025 | $37,449 | 32.1% | $91,000 |
| Upton | 606 | $43,173 | 17.5% | $156,500 |
| Cecilia | 503 | $71,544 | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Sonora
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mortons Gap | 650 | N/A | $96,800 | 5.8% | 24.6% |
| Science Hill | 647 | $50,341 | $138,700 | 9.3% | 16.6% |
| Ravenna | 642 | $47,250 | $94,700 | 9.7% | 26.3% |
| Crofton | 655 | $45,855 | $85,200 | 13.8% | 29.2% |
| Lynnview | 641 | $55,833 | $161,600 | 20.6% | 12.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 653, Sonora's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Sonora is a small community located in Kentucky, within Hardin County. The total population is 653. It ranks as the 301st most populous out of 552 Census-designated places in Kentucky.
Age Demographics
The median age in Sonora is 34.4 years. This is 12% lower than the state median of 39.1 years. With 32.2% of the population under 18, Sonora has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Sonora is $51,250. This is 20% lower than the state median of $63,726. It is also 37% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.1%. This is 25% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.1%. The unemployment rate is 1.8%. This is 62% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $185,400. Housing costs are 10% lower than the state median of $205,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x. 79.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 16% higher than the state average of 68.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Sonora was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
16.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 40% 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 88.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Sonora, 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 Sonora, Kentucky?
Sonora, Kentucky has a population of 653 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Sonora, KY?
The median household income in Sonora is $51,250, which is 37% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Sonora, KY?
The poverty rate in Sonora is 12.1%. This means approximately 79 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Sonora, Kentucky?
Sonora's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Sonora, KY?
The median home value in Sonora is $185,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x.
How educated is Sonora, Kentucky?
16.6% of adults (25+) in Sonora hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.