Alabama
Maps & Population Facts
Housing Estimates
Alabama is the 24th most populated state. Alabama has 5 cities with a population that is greater than 100,000. Per the US geological survey, Alabama is comprised of 10% wetlands.
The state ranks poorly on income, labor force participation and educational attainment, but housing costs are considerably less than most parts of the country. Since 2010, Alabama has seen low population growth.
Income
Households in the state of Alabama earn signifcantly less money than the national median income, averaging 20% less per household.
Housing
Alabama has a median house price of $141,300. The cost of owning a home in Alabama is less than most states. The cost of renting in Alabama is 26% less than the national average.
| Percent | Ranking | |
|---|---|---|
| Renter Occupied Households | 32% | 34th |
| New Construction (Built after 2000) | 22% | 19th |
Demographics
The median age in the state is 39. The age of the general population in Alabama is comparable with other US states.
Alabama ranks in the lowest of the nation for having an educated population. The state has significantly less college graduates per resident than most states.
Housing Data
| Alabama | USA | |
| Median Property Value | 141,300 | 217,600 |
| Median Mortgage Payment | 1,123 | 1,513 |
| Median Gross Rent | 750 | 1,012 |
| Property Vacancy | 18.5% | 12.6% |
| % Renters | 32% | 36% |
| Residents per Sq. Mi. | 97 | 93 |
| Alabama | USA | |
| Median Household Income | 48,123 | 60,336 |
| Median Individual Income | 30,528 | 33,646 |
| Median Income (Full-Time) | 41,382 | 46,881 |
| Median Age | 38.9 | 38.1 |
| Labor Participation | 57.6% | 62.8% |
| Attained College Degree | 25.5% | 32.0% |
Population Density Analysis
Demographics
Most Populated Cities
| 1. | Birmingham | 452,587 |
| 2. | Mobile | 237,944 |
| 3. | Huntsville | 225,553 |
| 4. | Montgomery | 183,169 |
| 5. | Alabaster-Helena | 127,419 |
Highest Household Income
| 1. | Gurley | 105,430 |
| 2. | Triana | 88,217 |
| 3. | Madison | 86,683 |
| 4. | Mount Meigs | 86,157 |
| 5. | Hoover | 86,062 |
Highest Home Value
| 1. | Hamburg | 305,700 |
| 2. | Chelsea | 286,400 |
| 3. | Gurley | 278,200 |
| 4. | Hoover | 264,200 |
| 5. | Pike Road | 252,200 |
Highest Gross Rent
| 1. | Fort Rucker | 1,269 |
| 2. | Redstone Arsenal | 1,266 |
| 3. | Mount Meigs | 1,148 |
| 4. | Pike Road | 1,139 |
| 5. | Hoover | 1,136 |