Parke County's 2026 population is estimated at 16,558, reflecting a 0.15% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Parke County is the 78th largest county in Indiana. The 2010 population was 17,279 and has grown -4.17% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 41.6 years
Female: 41.4 years
Male: 41.9 years
There are 12,755 adults, (3,370 of whom are seniors) in Parke County.
Female: 8,445 (51.5%)
Male: 7,961 (48.5%)
The racial composition of Parke County includes 94.5% White, and smaller percentages for Black or African American, other race, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 15,503 | 94.5% |
| Two or more races | 585 | 3.57% |
| Black or African American | 261 | 1.59% |
| Other race | 51 | 0.31% |
| Native American | 6 | 0.04% |
Parke County 's average per capita income is $49,841. Household income levels show a median of $68,485. The poverty rate stands at 16.16%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $84,490 | - |
| Families | $73,998 | $89,939 |
| Households | $68,485 | $81,742 |
| Non Families | $43,977 | $58,425 |
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