Monroe County's 2026 population is estimated at 10,947, reflecting a -0.98% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Monroe County is the 96th largest county in Kentucky. The 2010 population was 10,970 and has grown -0.21% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 41.1 years
Female: 43.4 years
Male: 37.5 years
There are 8,516 adults, (2,104 of whom are seniors) in Monroe County.
Female: 5,569 (49.4%)
Male: 5,700 (50.6%)
The racial composition of Monroe County includes 91.61% White, and smaller percentages for Black or African American, other race, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 10,323 | 91.61% |
| Two or more races | 465 | 4.13% |
| Black or African American | 243 | 2.16% |
| Other race | 230 | 2.04% |
| Native American | 8 | 0.07% |
Monroe County 's average per capita income is $39,763. Household income levels show a median of $51,280. The poverty rate stands at 22.1%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $71,831 | - |
| Families | $60,915 | $74,526 |
| Households | $51,280 | $64,083 |
| Non Families | $33,537 | $39,431 |
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