Ripley County's 2026 population is estimated at 10,527, reflecting a -0.89% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Ripley County is the 82nd largest county in Missouri. The 2010 population was 14,102 and has grown -25.35% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 40.7 years
Female: 42.5 years
Male: 38.1 years
There are 8,123 adults, (2,134 of whom are seniors) in Ripley County.
Female: 5,307 (49.6%)
Male: 5,401 (50.4%)
The racial composition of Ripley County includes 92.65% White, and smaller percentages for other race, Black or African American, Asian, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 9,921 | 92.65% |
| Two or more races | 662 | 6.18% |
| Other race | 49 | 0.46% |
| Black or African American | 34 | 0.32% |
| Asian | 30 | 0.28% |
| Native American | 12 | 0.11% |
Ripley County 's average per capita income is $34,967. Household income levels show a median of $42,037. The poverty rate stands at 24.79%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $65,802 | - |
| Families | $61,644 | $67,001 |
| Households | $42,037 | $55,178 |
| Non Families | $22,063 | $30,815 |
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