Henry County's 2026 population is estimated at 16,692, reflecting a 1.5% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Henry County is the 68th largest county in Kentucky. The 2010 population was 15,372 and has grown 8.59% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 41 years
Female: 42.6 years
Male: 39.9 years
There are 12,134 adults, (2,914 of whom are seniors) in Henry County.
Female: 8,017 (50.6%)
Male: 7,839 (49.4%)
The racial composition of Henry County includes 90.21% White, and smaller percentages for Black or African American, other race, Asian, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 14,304 | 90.21% |
| Two or more races | 792 | 4.99% |
| Black or African American | 421 | 2.66% |
| Other race | 208 | 1.31% |
| Asian | 78 | 0.49% |
| Native American | 53 | 0.33% |
Henry County 's average per capita income is $45,380. Household income levels show a median of $63,347. The poverty rate stands at 16.42%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $91,399 | - |
| Families | $78,429 | $95,967 |
| Households | $63,347 | $80,675 |
| Non Families | $31,078 | $43,300 |
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