Blackford County's 2026 population is estimated at 11,698, reflecting a -0.5% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Blackford County is the 85th largest county in Indiana. The 2010 population was 12,771 and has grown -8.4% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 43.1 years
Female: 44.8 years
Male: 42.6 years
There are 9,228 adults, (2,631 of whom are seniors) in Blackford County.
Female: 6,122 (51.2%)
Male: 5,828 (48.8%)
The racial composition of Blackford County includes 94.81% White, and smaller percentages for Black or African American, other race, Native American, Asian and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 11,330 | 94.81% |
| Two or more races | 476 | 3.98% |
| Black or African American | 77 | 0.64% |
| Other race | 33 | 0.28% |
| Native American | 21 | 0.18% |
| Asian | 13 | 0.11% |
Blackford County 's average per capita income is $40,876. Household income levels show a median of $51,326. The poverty rate stands at 16.18%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $83,316 | - |
| Families | $69,000 | $89,305 |
| Households | $51,326 | $71,505 |
| Non Families | $30,593 | $39,525 |
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