Springfield city, Kentucky Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Springfield city, Kentucky Demographics
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As of 2026, Springfield city, Kentucky has a total population of 2,871, the 127th largest city in Kentucky, with a median household income of $40,890, which is 34% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.8%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 34% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.

Springfield city Quick Facts

Population 2,871

Median Household Income $40,890

Median Home Value $154,800

Poverty Rate 15.8%

Unemployment Rate 5.9%

Median Age 38.9 years

Homeownership Rate 55.9%

Affordability Ratio 3.8x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 17.5%

High School Graduation Rate 91.7%

Diversity Index 39/100

Population 2,871 127th of 552

Median Income $40,890 bottom 30%

Poverty Rate 15.8% 27% higher national

Median Home Value $154,800 average

How Springfield city Compares

Median Household Income

Springfield city

$40,890

$62,417

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Springfield city

$154,800

$192,300

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 28.0%

$25K-$50K 29.3%

$50K-$100K 24.4%

$100K+ 18.3%

Employment

5.9% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8% | National: 5.2%

64.8% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 55.9%

Renter 44.1%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.8x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

21.9%

18-34

24.2%

35-54

17.2%

55-74

27.1%

75+

9.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 31 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Springfield city Rankings in Kentucky

#127 Population of 552

#379 Median Income of 552

#273 Education of 552

#227 Home Value of 552

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Cities Similar to Springfield city

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Marion city	2,908	$40,691	$104,100	9.8%	19.3%
Irvine city	2,811	$36,292	$123,400	17.3%	27.8%
Russell Springs city	2,755	$37,500	$170,300	27.3%	26.5%
Louisa city	2,645	$41,250	$144,900	20.1%	18.8%
Cadiz city	2,649	$40,186	$120,800	17.3%	25.2%

Population Overview

Springfield city is a small community located in Kentucky. The total population is 2,871. It ranks as the 127th most populous out of 552 cities and towns in Kentucky.

Age Demographics

The median age in Springfield city is 38.9 years. This is about average than the state median of 39.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Springfield city is $40,890. This is 34% lower than the state median of $62,417. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 48% lower. The poverty rate stands at 15.8%. This is 2% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.1%. The unemployment rate is 5.9%. This is 21% higher than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $154,800. Housing costs are 20% lower than the state median of $192,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x. 55.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% lower than the state average of 68.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Springfield city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 75.5% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 17.3%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (17.3% vs 7.8%). The Hispanic or Latino population (1.2%) is well below the state average of 4.7%. The Asian population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 1.5%.

Education

17.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 35% lower than the state rate of 27.0%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 91.7%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Springfield city, Kentucky is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. 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. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Springfield city, Kentucky?

Springfield city, Kentucky has a population of 2,871 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Springfield city, KY?

The median household income in Springfield city is $40,890, which is 48% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Springfield city, KY?

The poverty rate in Springfield city is 15.8%. This means approximately 433 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Springfield city, Kentucky?

Springfield city's population is 75.5% White, 17.3% Black, 1.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.2% Asian.

What is the median home value in Springfield city, KY?

The median home value in Springfield city is $154,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x.

How educated is Springfield city, Kentucky?

17.5% of adults (25+) in Springfield city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.