Rowan County's 2026 population is estimated at 25,019, reflecting a 0.69% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Rowan County is the 47th largest county in Kentucky. The 2010 population was 23,376 and has grown 7.03% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 31.7 years
Female: 32.1 years
Male: 30.8 years
There are 19,757 adults, (3,683 of whom are seniors) in Rowan County.
Female: 12,706 (51.7%)
Male: 11,872 (48.3%)
The racial composition of Rowan County includes 93.62% White, and smaller percentages for Black or African American, Asian, Native American, other race and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 23,010 | 93.62% |
| Two or more races | 742 | 3.02% |
| Black or African American | 429 | 1.75% |
| Asian | 233 | 0.95% |
| Native American | 124 | 0.5% |
| Other race | 40 | 0.16% |
Rowan County 's average per capita income is $41,854. Household income levels show a median of $54,321. The poverty rate stands at 24.22%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $81,281 | - |
| Families | $71,802 | $99,123 |
| Households | $54,321 | $75,885 |
| Non Families | $32,612 | $42,259 |
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