Wolfe County's 2026 population is estimated at 6,352, reflecting a -0.09% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Wolfe County is the 114th largest county in Kentucky. The 2010 population was 7,364 and has grown -13.74% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 42.3 years
Female: 45.5 years
Male: 38.5 years
There are 4,999 adults, (1,249 of whom are seniors) in Wolfe County.
Female: 3,226 (50.1%)
Male: 3,217 (49.9%)
The racial composition of Wolfe County includes 95.08% White, and smaller percentages for Two or more races, other race, Black or African American, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 6,126 | 95.08% |
| Two or more races | 173 | 2.69% |
| Other race | 129 | 2% |
| Black or African American | 10 | 0.16% |
| Native American | 5 | 0.08% |
Wolfe County 's average per capita income is $28,756. Household income levels show a median of $30,417. The poverty rate stands at 37.74%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $49,896 | - |
| Families | $37,557 | $48,033 |
| Households | $30,417 | $43,486 |
| Non Families | $19,332 | $31,470 |
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