Alabama

#24 in USSouth

The Yellowhammer State Ā· Alabama (AL) has a population of 5,108,468 people, making it the #24 most populous state in the United States. The capital is Montgomery and the largest city is Huntsville.

Population

5.1M

#24 of 51

Area

52,420 mi²

135,767 km²

Density

38/km²

97/mi²

Capital

Montgomery

Median Income

$62K

Below national avg

Unemployment

4%

National avg: 3.9%

Median Age

39.6

US Share

1.53%

of 335M total

Population Growth

2020 Census

5,024,279

2023 Estimate

5,108,468

Change

+84,189 (+1.7%)

Race & Ethnicity

White64.7%
Hispanic/Latino5.7%
Black25.4%
Asian1.5%
Two or More Races5.6%
American Indian/Alaska Native0.5%
Other2.3%

Age Distribution

Under 1822.1%
18 to 6459.6%
65 and over18.2%

Economy & Education

Median Household Income
$62,212
Poverty Rate
15.6%
Unemployment Rate
4%
Bachelor's Degree+
28.9%

Largest Cities in Alabama

HuntsvilleBirminghamMontgomeryMobileTuscaloosa

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Alabama?

Alabama has a population of 5,108,468 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. It ranks #24 among all US states by population, representing 1.53% of the total US population.

What is the capital of Alabama?

The capital of Alabama is Montgomery. The largest cities include Huntsville, Birmingham, Montgomery.

What is the median household income in Alabama?

The median household income in Alabama is $62,212, below the national average of $77,589.

How fast is Alabama growing?

Alabama has grown 1.7% since the 2020 Census, from 5,024,279 to 5,108,468.

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