Hardin County's 2026 population is estimated at 113,686, reflecting a 0.38% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Hardin County is the 6th largest county in Kentucky. The 2010 population was 106,970 and has grown 6.28% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 37.3 years
Female: 38.6 years
Male: 36.4 years
There are 84,307 adults, (16,922 of whom are seniors) in Hardin County.
Female: 56,595 (50.6%)
Male: 55,347 (49.4%)
The racial composition of Hardin County includes 75.93% White, 11.2% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for Asian, other race, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 84,992 | 75.93% |
| Black or African American | 12,535 | 11.2% |
| Two or more races | 9,851 | 8.8% |
| Asian | 2,471 | 2.21% |
| Other race | 1,727 | 1.54% |
| Native American | 238 | 0.21% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 128 | 0.11% |
Hardin County 's average per capita income is $46,210. Household income levels show a median of $67,647. The poverty rate stands at 13.06%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $102,827 | $132,834 |
| Families | $84,015 | $112,326 |
| Households | $67,647 | $93,596 |
| Non Families | $43,726 | $54,560 |
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