Ohio County's 2026 population is estimated at 24,361, reflecting a 0.89% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Ohio County is the 49th largest county in Kentucky. The 2010 population was 23,829 and has grown 2.23% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 40.5 years
Female: 40.9 years
Male: 40.3 years
There are 18,072 adults, (4,425 of whom are seniors) in Ohio County.
Female: 11,949 (50.3%)
Male: 11,786 (49.7%)
The racial composition of Ohio County includes 92.1% White, and smaller percentages for other race, Black or African American, Native American, Asian and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 21,861 | 92.1% |
| Two or more races | 1,288 | 5.43% |
| Other race | 315 | 1.33% |
| Black or African American | 139 | 0.59% |
| Native American | 93 | 0.39% |
| Asian | 39 | 0.16% |
Ohio County 's average per capita income is $42,650. Household income levels show a median of $57,798. The poverty rate stands at 12.54%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $75,577 | - |
| Families | $65,795 | $80,925 |
| Households | $57,798 | $73,240 |
| Non Families | $34,740 | $53,148 |
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