Kings County's 2026 population is estimated at 158,177, reflecting a 1.04% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Kings County is the 33rd largest county in California. The 2010 population was 152,342 and has grown 3.83% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 32.5 years
Female: 31.6 years
Male: 33 years
There are 112,172 adults, (16,584 of whom are seniors) in Kings County.
Female: 68,548 (44.7%)
Male: 84,750 (55.3%)
The racial composition of Kings County includes 38.06% White, 22.7% other race, 6.17% Black or African American, 3.78% Asian, and smaller percentages for Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 58,349 | 38.06% |
| Two or more races | 41,154 | 26.85% |
| Other race | 34,794 | 22.7% |
| Black or African American | 9,453 | 6.17% |
| Asian | 5,792 | 3.78% |
| Native American | 3,316 | 2.16% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 440 | 0.29% |
Kings County 's average per capita income is $44,930. Household income levels show a median of $70,995. The poverty rate stands at 15.98%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $93,723 | $111,513 |
| Families | $78,609 | $96,441 |
| Households | $70,995 | $89,359 |
| Non Families | $44,839 | $56,111 |
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