Caldwell County's 2026 population is estimated at 12,711, reflecting a 0.39% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Caldwell County is the 89th largest county in Kentucky. The 2010 population was 13,010 and has grown -2.3% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 42.4 years
Female: 41.9 years
Male: 42.9 years
There are 9,723 adults, (2,704 of whom are seniors) in Caldwell County.
Female: 6,399 (50.7%)
Male: 6,219 (49.3%)
The racial composition of Caldwell County includes 89.76% White, 5.98% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for Two or more races, other race, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 11,326 | 89.76% |
| Black or African American | 755 | 5.98% |
| Two or more races | 323 | 2.56% |
| Other race | 210 | 1.66% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 4 | 0.03% |
Caldwell County 's average per capita income is $46,033. Household income levels show a median of $59,583. The poverty rate stands at 15.15%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $89,212 | - |
| Families | $72,071 | $84,642 |
| Households | $59,583 | $73,080 |
| Non Families | $34,277 | $45,921 |
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