Barry County's 2026 population is estimated at 36,234, reflecting a 0.86% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Barry County is the 34th largest county in Missouri. The 2010 population was 35,555 and has grown 1.91% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 43.4 years
Female: 43.9 years
Male: 42.6 years
There are 27,037 adults, (7,702 of whom are seniors) in Barry County.
Female: 17,370 (49.6%)
Male: 17,663 (50.4%)
The racial composition of Barry County includes 81.78% White, 4.42% other race, and smaller percentages for Asian, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, Native American, Black or African American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 28,651 | 81.78% |
| Two or more races | 3,504 | 10% |
| Other race | 1,547 | 4.42% |
| Asian | 695 | 1.98% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 309 | 0.88% |
| Native American | 257 | 0.73% |
| Black or African American | 70 | 0.2% |
Barry County 's average per capita income is $37,995. Household income levels show a median of $58,346. The poverty rate stands at 15.19%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $78,946 | $104,039 |
| Families | $71,100 | $94,920 |
| Households | $58,346 | $80,612 |
| Non Families | $35,266 | $45,597 |
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