Symsonia, Kentucky Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Symsonia, Kentucky had a total population of 473, the 357th largest community in Kentucky. The poverty rate is 21.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Symsonia Quick Facts
How Symsonia 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 | 386 | 473 | +22.5% |
| Median home value | $225,000 | $264,800 | +17.7% |
How Symsonia 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+)
Symsonia Rankings in Kentucky
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Other Cities in Graves County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mayfield | 9,868 | $40,965 | 26.9% | $112,500 |
| Wingo | 606 | $50,000 | 15.4% | $117,200 |
| Sedalia | 334 | $45,900 | 0.0% | $116,200 |
| Fancy Farm | 326 | $60,268 | 31.6% | $135,500 |
| Farmington | 245 | $33,636 | 60.8% | $86,800 |
| Pryorsburg | 204 | N/A | 34.3% | N/A |
| Water Valley | 137 | $42,143 | 0.0% | $77,100 |
| Lowes | 111 | N/A | 100.0% | N/A |
| Hickory | 23 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Cities Similar to Symsonia
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caneyville | 474 | $21,563 | $116,400 | 15.9% | 41.3% |
| South Williamson | 472 | $56,484 | $169,800 | 14.4% | 23.7% |
| Norbourne Estates | 476 | $179,219 | $636,800 | 87.6% | 0.8% |
| Bancroft | 479 | $110,000 | $368,300 | 79.6% | 2.3% |
| Moorland | 479 | $72,750 | $228,200 | 40.3% | 7.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 473, Symsonia'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
Symsonia is a small community located in Kentucky, within Graves County. The total population is 473. It ranks as the 357th most populous out of 552 Census-designated places in Kentucky.
Age Demographics
The median age in Symsonia is 36.9 years. This is 6% lower than the state median of 39.1 years. Only 13.7% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 21.8%. This is 36% higher than the state poverty rate of 16.1%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Symsonia, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $264,800. Housing costs are 29% higher than the state median of $205,600. 85.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 25% higher than the state average of 68.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Symsonia has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 98.5% of all residents.
Education
44.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 61% higher 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 96.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Symsonia, 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 Symsonia, Kentucky?
Symsonia, Kentucky has a population of 473 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Symsonia, KY?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Symsonia — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Symsonia, KY?
The poverty rate in Symsonia is 21.8%. This means approximately 103 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Symsonia, Kentucky?
Symsonia's population is 98.5% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Symsonia, KY?
The median home value in Symsonia is $264,800.
How educated is Symsonia, Kentucky?
44.4% of adults (25+) in Symsonia hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.