Kent County's 2026 population is estimated at 197,824, reflecting a 1.31% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Kent County is the 3rd largest county in Delaware. The 2010 population was 162,972 and has grown 21.39% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 38.8 years
Female: 40.4 years
Male: 37.1 years
There are 144,883 adults, (34,294 of whom are seniors) in Kent County.
Female: 97,394 (51.9%)
Male: 90,210 (48.1%)
The racial composition of Kent County includes 58.08% White, 27.04% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for Asian, other race, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 108,953 | 58.08% |
| Black or African American | 50,730 | 27.04% |
| Two or more races | 17,870 | 9.53% |
| Asian | 4,694 | 2.5% |
| Other race | 4,325 | 2.31% |
| Native American | 927 | 0.49% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 105 | 0.06% |
Kent County 's average per capita income is $49,387. Household income levels show a median of $74,477. The poverty rate stands at 10.64%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $107,983 | $121,427 |
| Families | $93,815 | $108,343 |
| Households | $74,477 | $92,801 |
| Non Families | $44,375 | $56,781 |
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