Ballard County's 2026 population is estimated at 7,662, reflecting a 0.24% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Ballard County is the 110th largest county in Kentucky. The 2010 population was 8,250 and has grown -7.13% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 45 years
Female: 45.6 years
Male: 42.7 years
There are 6,134 adults, (1,665 of whom are seniors) in Ballard County.
Female: 3,759 (49.1%)
Male: 3,895 (50.9%)
The racial composition of Ballard County includes 91.76% White, 3.59% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for Asian, Native American, other race and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 7,023 | 91.76% |
| Two or more races | 318 | 4.15% |
| Black or African American | 275 | 3.59% |
| Asian | 22 | 0.29% |
| Native American | 12 | 0.16% |
| Other race | 4 | 0.05% |
Ballard County 's average per capita income is $44,167. Household income levels show a median of $66,164. The poverty rate stands at 15.01%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $97,051 | - |
| Families | $89,565 | $103,735 |
| Households | $66,164 | $85,057 |
| Non Families | $35,417 | $41,791 |
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