Kern County's 2026 population is estimated at 929,488, reflecting a 0.26% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Kern County is the 11th largest county in California. The 2010 population was 841,365 and has grown 10.47% since 2010.
Overall: 32.7 years
Female: 33.2 years
Male: 32.2 years
There are 653,585 adults, (108,560 of whom are seniors) in Kern County.
Female: 449,510 (49.1%)
Male: 465,565 (50.9%)
The racial composition of Kern County includes 43.93% White, 19.34% other race, 5.28% Asian, 5.1% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 402,035 | 43.93% |
| Two or more races | 227,398 | 24.85% |
| Other race | 177,000 | 19.34% |
| Asian | 48,277 | 5.28% |
| Black or African American | 46,662 | 5.1% |
| Native American | 12,240 | 1.34% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 1,463 | 0.16% |
Kern County 's average per capita income is $42,429. Household income levels show a median of $70,210. The poverty rate stands at 19.11%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $98,108 | $120,736 |
| Families | $77,234 | $101,040 |
| Households | $70,210 | $93,147 |
| Non Families | $39,321 | $58,476 |
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