Howard County's 2026 population is estimated at 84,532, reflecting a 0.27% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Howard County is the 20th largest county in Indiana. The 2010 population was 82,753 and has grown 2.15% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 40.7 years
Female: 42.1 years
Male: 39.3 years
There are 64,617 adults, (16,632 of whom are seniors) in Howard County.
Female: 43,227 (51.6%)
Male: 40,525 (48.4%)
The racial composition of Howard County includes 84.66% White, 7.37% 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 | 70,905 | 84.66% |
| Black or African American | 6,176 | 7.37% |
| Two or more races | 4,762 | 5.69% |
| Asian | 1,198 | 1.43% |
| Other race | 647 | 0.77% |
| Native American | 46 | 0.05% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 18 | 0.02% |
Howard County 's average per capita income is $45,454. Household income levels show a median of $64,027. The poverty rate stands at 13.41%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $103,030 | $121,911 |
| Families | $84,811 | $102,583 |
| Households | $64,027 | $83,020 |
| Non Families | $39,101 | $51,075 |
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