New Kent County's 2026 population is estimated at 29,232, reflecting a 3.57% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). New Kent County is the 64th largest county in Virginia. The 2010 population was 18,543 and has grown 57.64% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 42.9 years
Female: 46.5 years
Male: 39.9 years
There are 20,218 adults, (4,636 of whom are seniors) in New Kent County.
Female: 12,021 (47.9%)
Male: 13,084 (52.1%)
The racial composition of New Kent County includes 76.83% White, 13.35% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for other race, Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 19,287 | 76.83% |
| Black or African American | 3,351 | 13.35% |
| Two or more races | 1,438 | 5.73% |
| Other race | 496 | 1.98% |
| Asian | 336 | 1.34% |
| Native American | 160 | 0.64% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 37 | 0.15% |
New Kent County 's average per capita income is $61,026. Household income levels show a median of $123,314. The poverty rate stands at 4.73%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $143,697 | - |
| Families | $131,206 | $152,756 |
| Households | $123,314 | $139,439 |
| Non Families | $66,997 | $75,905 |
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