Powell County's 2026 population is estimated at 12,778, reflecting a -0.58% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Powell County is the 87th largest county in Kentucky. The 2010 population was 12,641 and has grown 1.08% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 39.3 years
Female: 38.8 years
Male: 39.6 years
There are 9,808 adults, (2,113 of whom are seniors) in Powell County.
Female: 6,528 (50.1%)
Male: 6,510 (49.9%)
The racial composition of Powell County includes 94.68% White, and smaller percentages for Two or more races, Black or African American, other race, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 12,345 | 94.68% |
| Two or more races | 305 | 2.34% |
| Black or African American | 264 | 2.02% |
| Other race | 105 | 0.81% |
| Native American | 19 | 0.15% |
Powell County 's average per capita income is $35,474. Household income levels show a median of $40,309. The poverty rate stands at 22.48%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $92,575 | - |
| Families | $59,116 | $73,452 |
| Households | $40,309 | $59,437 |
| Non Families | $16,568 | $25,762 |
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