Barren County's 2026 population is estimated at 46,563, reflecting a 1.04% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Barren County is the 23rd largest county in Kentucky. The 2010 population was 42,117 and has grown 10.56% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 39.8 years
Female: 40.6 years
Male: 39.2 years
There are 34,208 adults, (8,152 of whom are seniors) in Barren County.
Female: 23,160 (51.5%)
Male: 21,778 (48.5%)
The racial composition of Barren County includes 87.96% White, 3.81% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for other race, Asian, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 39,527 | 87.96% |
| Two or more races | 2,462 | 5.48% |
| Black or African American | 1,713 | 3.81% |
| Other race | 662 | 1.47% |
| Asian | 416 | 0.93% |
| Native American | 158 | 0.35% |
Barren County 's average per capita income is $38,626. Household income levels show a median of $50,628. The poverty rate stands at 19.39%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $78,129 | $98,604 |
| Families | $64,526 | $86,347 |
| Households | $50,628 | $73,460 |
| Non Families | $30,072 | $40,346 |
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