Perry County's 2026 population is estimated at 35,892, reflecting a 0.29% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Perry County is the 69th largest county in Ohio. The 2010 population was 36,037 and has grown -0.4% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 41.3 years
Female: 41.1 years
Male: 41.5 years
There are 27,208 adults, (6,517 of whom are seniors) in Perry County.
Female: 17,634 (49.6%)
Male: 17,901 (50.4%)
The racial composition of Perry County includes 95.84% White, and smaller percentages for other race, Black or African American, Asian and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 34,057 | 95.84% |
| Two or more races | 1,245 | 3.5% |
| Other race | 113 | 0.32% |
| Black or African American | 73 | 0.21% |
| Asian | 47 | 0.13% |
Perry County 's average per capita income is $48,288. Household income levels show a median of $67,460. The poverty rate stands at 14.73%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $97,468 | $110,026 |
| Families | $82,524 | $97,284 |
| Households | $67,460 | $83,295 |
| Non Families | $31,894 | $41,013 |
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