Metcalfe County's 2026 population is estimated at 10,684, reflecting a 0.59% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Metcalfe County is the 97th largest county in Kentucky. The 2010 population was 10,135 and has grown 5.42% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 42 years
Female: 43 years
Male: 41.2 years
There are 7,969 adults, (1,990 of whom are seniors) in Metcalfe County.
Female: 5,342 (51.2%)
Male: 5,083 (48.8%)
The racial composition of Metcalfe County includes 93.97% White, and smaller percentages for Black or African American, Two or more races, other race, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 9,796 | 93.97% |
| Black or African American | 261 | 2.5% |
| Two or more races | 219 | 2.1% |
| Other race | 139 | 1.33% |
| Native American | 10 | 0.1% |
Metcalfe County 's average per capita income is $39,596. Household income levels show a median of $51,473. The poverty rate stands at 27.51%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $71,293 | - |
| Families | $67,917 | $79,461 |
| Households | $51,473 | $65,471 |
| Non Families | $22,125 | $32,276 |
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