Kent County's 2026 population is estimated at 19,789, reflecting a 0.59% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Kent County is the 24th largest county in Maryland. The 2010 population was 20,213 and has grown -2.1% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 48.6 years
Female: 49.6 years
Male: 47.9 years
There are 16,357 adults, (5,305 of whom are seniors) in Kent County.
Female: 10,199 (52.7%)
Male: 9,147 (47.3%)
The racial composition of Kent County includes 77.03% White, 13.99% Black or African American, 3.42% other race, and smaller percentages for Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 14,903 | 77.03% |
| Black or African American | 2,707 | 13.99% |
| Two or more races | 829 | 4.29% |
| Other race | 662 | 3.42% |
| Asian | 242 | 1.25% |
| Native American | 2 | 0.01% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 1 | 0.01% |
Kent County 's average per capita income is $51,755. Household income levels show a median of $80,147. The poverty rate stands at 9.66%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $128,819 | - |
| Families | $106,208 | $131,038 |
| Households | $80,147 | $106,060 |
| Non Families | $53,408 | $67,380 |
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