Barber County's 2026 population is estimated at 4,054, reflecting a -0.2% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Barber County is the 71st largest county in Kansas. The 2010 population was 4,852 and has grown -16.45% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 42.5 years
Female: 42.8 years
Male: 42.1 years
There are 3,137 adults, (967 of whom are seniors) in Barber County.
Female: 1,984 (48.8%)
Male: 2,085 (51.2%)
The racial composition of Barber County includes 90.22% White, and smaller percentages for Native American, other race, Black or African American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 3,671 | 90.22% |
| Two or more races | 281 | 6.91% |
| Native American | 92 | 2.26% |
| Other race | 22 | 0.54% |
| Black or African American | 3 | 0.07% |
Barber County 's average per capita income is $47,656. Household income levels show a median of $61,926. The poverty rate stands at 11.78%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $89,943 | - |
| Families | $81,164 | $104,196 |
| Households | $61,926 | $85,733 |
| Non Families | $35,324 | $44,248 |
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