Symonds, Mississippi Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Symonds, Mississippi had a total population of 24, the 416th largest community in Mississippi. The poverty rate is 70.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (70.8%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Symonds Quick Facts
How Symonds 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 | 44 | 24 | -45.5% |
How Symonds 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 56 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Symonds Rankings in Mississippi
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Other Cities in Bolivar County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland | 10,623 | $44,074 | 29.3% | $159,300 |
| Rosedale | 1,703 | $18,696 | 57.5% | $103,600 |
| Shelby | 1,700 | $25,948 | 55.6% | $90,400 |
| Shaw | 1,508 | $30,469 | 37.5% | $102,100 |
| Mound Bayou | 1,449 | $23,732 | 46.4% | $65,700 |
| Renova | 978 | $25,625 | 57.1% | $105,700 |
| Benoit | 509 | N/A | 38.3% | $83,100 |
| Merigold | 484 | $51,250 | 4.8% | $138,300 |
| Duncan | 477 | $49,041 | 20.3% | N/A |
| Boyle | 414 | $42,143 | 16.4% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Symonds
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Satartia | 24 | N/A | $162,500 | 23.8% | 4.2% |
| Red Banks | 25 | N/A | N/A | 68.0% | 0.0% |
| Scott | 27 | N/A | N/A | 66.7% | 0.0% |
| Dundee | 20 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Benndale | 18 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 100.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 24, Symonds'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
Symonds is a small community located in Mississippi, within Bolivar County. The total population is 24. It ranks as the 416th most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Mississippi.
Age Demographics
The median age in Symonds is 59.4 years. This is 54% higher than the state median of 38.6 years. 29.2% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 70.8%. This is 275% higher than the state poverty rate of 18.9%. 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 Symonds, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 43% higher than the state average of 70.0%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Symonds is White (non-Hispanic), making up 70.8% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 29.2%.
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Symonds, Mississippi 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 Mississippi state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 420 Census-designated places in Mississippi. 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 Symonds, Mississippi?
Symonds, Mississippi has a population of 24 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Symonds, MS?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Symonds — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Symonds, MS?
The poverty rate in Symonds is 70.8%. This means approximately 17 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Symonds, Mississippi?
Symonds's population is 70.8% White, 29.2% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Symonds, MS?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Symonds — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Symonds, Mississippi?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Symonds hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.