Stark County's 2026 population is estimated at 376,169, reflecting a 0.28% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Stark County is the 8th largest county in Ohio. The 2010 population was 375,348 and has grown 0.22% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 41.8 years
Female: 43.3 years
Male: 40.2 years
There are 293,188 adults, (76,627 of whom are seniors) in Stark County.
Female: 190,870 (51.1%)
Male: 182,843 (48.9%)
The racial composition of Stark County includes 84.51% White, 7.12% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for Asian, other race, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 315,829 | 84.51% |
| Black or African American | 26,619 | 7.12% |
| Two or more races | 25,242 | 6.75% |
| Asian | 3,361 | 0.9% |
| Other race | 2,145 | 0.57% |
| Native American | 404 | 0.11% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 113 | 0.03% |
Stark County 's average per capita income is $46,231. Household income levels show a median of $67,934. The poverty rate stands at 12.46%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $102,104 | $123,826 |
| Families | $86,156 | $105,323 |
| Households | $67,934 | $86,996 |
| Non Families | $39,604 | $51,953 |
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