Mason County's 2026 population is estimated at 17,154, reflecting a 0.58% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Mason County is the 67th largest county in Kentucky. The 2010 population was 17,503 and has grown -1.99% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 42.5 years
Female: 43.8 years
Male: 40.5 years
There are 13,166 adults, (3,346 of whom are seniors) in Mason County.
Female: 8,678 (51.2%)
Male: 8,278 (48.8%)
The racial composition of Mason County includes 86.92% White, 5.88% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for Asian, Native American, other race and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 14,739 | 86.92% |
| Black or African American | 997 | 5.88% |
| Two or more races | 845 | 4.98% |
| Asian | 158 | 0.93% |
| Native American | 147 | 0.87% |
| Other race | 70 | 0.41% |
Mason County 's average per capita income is $38,661. Household income levels show a median of $52,178. The poverty rate stands at 18.81%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $91,412 | - |
| Families | $67,598 | $92,609 |
| Households | $52,178 | $72,212 |
| Non Families | $23,661 | $36,889 |
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