Hopkins County's 2026 population is estimated at 45,684, reflecting a 0.51% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Hopkins County is the 24th largest county in Kentucky. The 2010 population was 46,841 and has grown -2.47% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 41.3 years
Female: 41.6 years
Male: 41.2 years
There are 34,741 adults, (8,597 of whom are seniors) in Hopkins County.
Female: 23,284 (51.6%)
Male: 21,835 (48.4%)
The racial composition of Hopkins County includes 87.33% White, 5.82% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for Native American, Asian, other race and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 39,402 | 87.33% |
| Black or African American | 2,628 | 5.82% |
| Two or more races | 2,193 | 4.86% |
| Native American | 533 | 1.18% |
| Asian | 264 | 0.59% |
| Other race | 99 | 0.22% |
Hopkins County 's average per capita income is $42,864. Household income levels show a median of $56,815. The poverty rate stands at 19.98%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $89,004 | $99,771 |
| Families | $70,725 | $85,074 |
| Households | $56,815 | $70,892 |
| Non Families | $28,030 | $39,594 |
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