The latest 2010 U.S. Census data shows that Huntington County has a population of 37,124, down from the 2000 population of 38,075. The loss of these 951 residents since 2000 is a 2.6 percent decrease for the county. The largest population loss came from the census tract that covers Wayne, Jefferson, and Salamonie townships. Areas of increase around the county included Union, Rock Creek, and Jackson Township along with the only incorporated community to gain population, Roanoke. Huntington County Economic Development Executive Director Mark Wickersham pointed out that the county's growth is in the north and eastern portions -- which are demographically wealthier than other areas -- whereas the southwest, south central parts and Huntington have experienced population declines. "Areas that seem to see suburban growth are still showing growth patterns," Wickersham says. "That trend has been going on for 30 years."
2011 Census Statistics
City/Town Numbers
Andrews 1,149 (-141)
Huntington City 17,391 (-59)
Markle 1,095 (-7)
Mount Etna 94 (-16)
Roanoke 1,722 (+227)
Warren 1,239 (-33)
Township Numbers
Clear Creek 1,928 (+186)
Dallas 2,114 (-129)
Huntington 20,837 (-425)
Jackson 4,043 (+279)
Jefferson 757 (-48)
Lancaster 1,150 (-75)
Polk 449 (-42)
Rock Creek 1,350 (-67)
Salamonie 2,049 (-480)
Union 1,235 (-73)
Warren 672 (-58)
Wayne 540 (-19)