Ripley County's 2026 population is estimated at 29,226, reflecting a 0.02% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Ripley County is the 55th largest county in Indiana. The 2010 population was 28,815 and has grown 1.43% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 41.2 years
Female: 42.8 years
Male: 40 years
There are 22,233 adults, (5,459 of whom are seniors) in Ripley County.
Female: 14,435 (49.6%)
Male: 14,660 (50.4%)
The racial composition of Ripley County includes 94.65% White, and smaller percentages for Two or more races, other race, Black or African American, Asian, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 27,539 | 94.65% |
| Two or more races | 706 | 2.43% |
| Other race | 473 | 1.63% |
| Black or African American | 218 | 0.75% |
| Asian | 152 | 0.52% |
| Native American | 7 | 0.02% |
Ripley County 's average per capita income is $48,907. Household income levels show a median of $70,573. The poverty rate stands at 10.11%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $100,990 | - |
| Families | $86,520 | $106,325 |
| Households | $70,573 | $88,934 |
| Non Families | $39,423 | $46,892 |
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