Barbour County's 2026 population is estimated at 15,221, reflecting a -0.48% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Barbour County is the 36th largest county in West Virginia. The 2010 population was 16,610 and has grown -8.36% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 42.2 years
Female: 43 years
Male: 41.7 years
There are 12,352 adults, (3,256 of whom are seniors) in Barbour County.
Female: 7,822 (50.7%)
Male: 7,602 (49.3%)
The racial composition of Barbour County includes 90.53% White, and smaller percentages for Black or African American, other race, Asian, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 13,963 | 90.53% |
| Two or more races | 1,041 | 6.75% |
| Black or African American | 234 | 1.52% |
| Other race | 104 | 0.67% |
| Asian | 47 | 0.3% |
| Native American | 35 | 0.23% |
Barbour County 's average per capita income is $45,335. Household income levels show a median of $51,394. The poverty rate stands at 19.98%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $74,545 | - |
| Families | $65,785 | $78,673 |
| Households | $51,394 | $67,313 |
| Non Families | $27,694 | $39,352 |
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