Bell County's 2026 population is estimated at 22,737, reflecting a -0.69% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Bell County is the 51st largest county in Kentucky. The 2010 population was 28,704 and has grown -20.79% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 41.7 years
Female: 43.6 years
Male: 39.1 years
There are 18,371 adults, (4,453 of whom are seniors) in Bell County.
Female: 11,806 (50.2%)
Male: 11,703 (49.8%)
The racial composition of Bell County includes 92.6% White, 3% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for other race, Asian, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 21,769 | 92.6% |
| Two or more races | 867 | 3.69% |
| Black or African American | 705 | 3% |
| Other race | 80 | 0.34% |
| Asian | 61 | 0.26% |
| Native American | 27 | 0.11% |
Bell County 's average per capita income is $32,980. Household income levels show a median of $31,354. The poverty rate stands at 28.82%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $62,481 | - |
| Families | $47,097 | $63,351 |
| Households | $31,354 | $49,259 |
| Non Families | $20,025 | $26,478 |
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