Jay County's estimated 2026 population is 19,977 with a growth rate of -0.7% in the past year according to the most recent United States census data. Jay County is the 72nd largest county in Indiana. The 2010 population was 21,179 and has seen a growth of -5.68% since that time.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 39.5 years
Female: 41.5 years
Male: 37.5 years
There are 15,044 adults, (3,700 of whom are seniors) in Jay County.
Female: 9,965 (49.3%)
Male: 10,264 (50.7%)
The racial composition of Jay County includes 93.52% White, and smaller percentages for other race, Black or African American, Native American, Asian and multiracial populations.
Race | Population | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 18,919 | 93.52% |
| Two or more races | 994 | 4.91% |
| Other race | 226 | 1.12% |
| Black or African American | 67 | 0.33% |
| Native American | 12 | 0.06% |
| Asian | 11 | 0.05% |
Jay County's average per capita income is $40,765. Household income levels show a median of $54,969. The poverty rate stands at 14.38%.
Name | Median | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $86,610 | - |
| Families | $71,102 | $82,015 |
| Households | $54,969 | $70,491 |
| Non Families | $33,068 | $44,878 |
Average Income
Median Household Income
Poverty Rate
