Barton County's 2026 population is estimated at 24,703, reflecting a -0.27% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Barton County is the 24th largest county in Kansas. The 2010 population was 27,675 and has grown -10.74% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 38.8 years
Female: 38.8 years
Male: 38.7 years
There are 19,053 adults, (5,209 of whom are seniors) in Barton County.
Female: 12,743 (50.8%)
Male: 12,354 (49.2%)
The racial composition of Barton County includes 81.37% White, and smaller percentages for other race, Native American, Black or African American, Asian and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 20,421 | 81.37% |
| Two or more races | 3,605 | 14.36% |
| Other race | 659 | 2.63% |
| Native American | 203 | 0.81% |
| Black or African American | 159 | 0.63% |
| Asian | 50 | 0.2% |
Barton County 's average per capita income is $43,538. Household income levels show a median of $58,851. The poverty rate stands at 15.4%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $91,448 | - |
| Families | $76,540 | $97,422 |
| Households | $58,851 | $78,743 |
| Non Families | $33,458 | $42,629 |
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