Whitley County's 2026 population is estimated at 35,083, reflecting a 0.28% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Whitley County is the 46th largest county in Indiana. The 2010 population was 33,351 and has grown 5.19% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 41.3 years
Female: 41.2 years
Male: 41.3 years
There are 26,722 adults, (6,642 of whom are seniors) in Whitley County.
Female: 17,411 (50.3%)
Male: 17,207 (49.7%)
The racial composition of Whitley County includes 92.51% White, and smaller percentages for other race, Asian, Black or African American, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 32,025 | 92.51% |
| Two or more races | 1,832 | 5.29% |
| Other race | 545 | 1.57% |
| Asian | 119 | 0.34% |
| Black or African American | 56 | 0.16% |
| Native American | 30 | 0.09% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 11 | 0.03% |
Whitley County 's average per capita income is $52,049. Household income levels show a median of $78,083. The poverty rate stands at 9.92%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $106,964 | - |
| Families | $94,234 | $110,124 |
| Households | $78,083 | $94,006 |
| Non Families | $48,465 | $52,305 |
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