Autauga County, Alabama Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Autauga County is located in Alabama with a total population of 59,285. It is the 23rd most populous county out of 67 in Alabama.

Age Demographics

The median age in Autauga County is 39.2 years. This is about average than the state median of 39.3 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Autauga County is $69,841. This is 13% higher than the state median of $62,027. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 11% lower. The poverty rate stands at 10.7%. This is 32% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. The unemployment rate is 2.5%. This is 47% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $197,900. Housing costs are 1% higher than the state median of $195,100. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Autauga County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 74.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 7% higher than the state average of 69.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Autauga County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 71.7% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 20.0%.

Education

28.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 2% higher than the state rate of 27.8%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 90.3%.