Choctaw County, Alabama Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Choctaw County is located in Alabama with a total population of 12,525. It is the 59th most populous county out of 67 in Alabama.

Age Demographics

The median age in Choctaw County is 47.0 years. This is 20% higher than the state median of 39.3 years. 10.4% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Choctaw County is $44,483. This is 28% lower than the state median of $62,027. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 43% lower. The poverty rate stands at 19.5%. This is 25% higher than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. The unemployment rate is 5.5%. This is 14% higher than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $111,800. Housing costs are 43% lower than the state median of $195,100. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.5x, Choctaw County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 82.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% higher than the state average of 69.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Choctaw County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 56.6% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 38.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 5.4%. The Asian population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 1.4%.

Education

13.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 50% lower 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 84.2%.