Hardin County's 2026 population is estimated at 27,953, reflecting a 0.6% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Hardin County is the 55th largest county in Tennessee. The 2010 population was 26,050 and has grown 7.31% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 45.1 years
Female: 45.9 years
Male: 43.6 years
There are 21,762 adults, (6,395 of whom are seniors) in Hardin County.
Female: 14,006 (51.4%)
Male: 13,243 (48.6%)
The racial composition of Hardin County includes 92.19% White, 3.51% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for other race, Native American, Asian and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 25,121 | 92.19% |
| Two or more races | 1,017 | 3.73% |
| Black or African American | 956 | 3.51% |
| Other race | 114 | 0.42% |
| Native American | 33 | 0.12% |
| Asian | 8 | 0.03% |
Hardin County 's average per capita income is $39,089. Household income levels show a median of $49,956. The poverty rate stands at 21.53%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $70,783 | - |
| Families | $60,513 | $79,652 |
| Households | $49,956 | $69,024 |
| Non Families | $28,355 | $48,340 |
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