Hickman County's 2026 population is estimated at 4,333, reflecting a -0.69% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Hickman County is the 118th largest county in Kentucky. The 2010 population was 4,868 and has grown -10.99% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 45.2 years
Female: 46 years
Male: 43.1 years
There are 3,584 adults, (1,120 of whom are seniors) in Hickman County.
Female: 2,373 (53.5%)
Male: 2,066 (46.5%)
The racial composition of Hickman County includes 86.46% White, 8.15% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for other race, Asian, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 3,838 | 86.46% |
| Black or African American | 362 | 8.15% |
| Two or more races | 200 | 4.51% |
| Other race | 25 | 0.56% |
| Asian | 12 | 0.27% |
| Native American | 2 | 0.05% |
Hickman County 's average per capita income is $36,295. Household income levels show a median of $60,867. The poverty rate stands at 20.48%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $84,352 | - |
| Families | $82,574 | $93,198 |
| Households | $60,867 | $77,685 |
| Non Families | $24,688 | $35,324 |
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