Barton County's 2026 population is estimated at 11,665, reflecting a -0.22% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Barton County is the 78th largest county in Missouri. The 2010 population was 12,384 and has grown -5.81% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 41.1 years
Female: 40.1 years
Male: 42.2 years
There are 8,951 adults, (2,501 of whom are seniors) in Barton County.
Female: 5,856 (50.1%)
Male: 5,834 (49.9%)
The racial composition of Barton County includes 91.18% White, and smaller percentages for Native American, other race, Asian, Black or African American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 10,659 | 91.18% |
| Two or more races | 755 | 6.46% |
| Native American | 133 | 1.14% |
| Other race | 69 | 0.59% |
| Asian | 47 | 0.4% |
| Black or African American | 27 | 0.23% |
Barton County 's average per capita income is $38,553. Household income levels show a median of $51,635. The poverty rate stands at 20.18%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $75,179 | - |
| Families | $64,953 | $79,688 |
| Households | $51,635 | $66,871 |
| Non Families | $29,833 | $35,506 |
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