Montgomery County, Alabama Demographics 2026
Montgomery County, Alabama has a population of 226,718, the 7th most populous county in Alabama. The median household income is $59,386 and the median home value is $171,900. The poverty rate is 19.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Montgomery County Quick Facts
How Montgomery County Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 227,197 | 226,718 | -0.2% |
| Median household income | $58,153 | $59,386 | +2.1% |
| Median home value | $160,100 | $171,900 | +7.4% |
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 53 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cities & Places in Montgomery County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montgomery | 197,494 | $56,811 | 21.5% | $161,900 |
| Pike Road | 10,574 | $117,091 | 5.1% | $381,600 |
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Population Overview
Montgomery County is located in Alabama with a total population of 226,718. It is the 7th most populous county out of 67 in Alabama. The county encompasses 2 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Montgomery County is 37.1 years. This is 6% lower than the state median of 39.3 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Montgomery County is $59,386. This is 7% lower than the state median of $63,999. It is also 26% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 19.9%. This is 28% higher than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. The unemployment rate is 5.9%. This is 25% higher than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $171,900. Housing costs are 18% lower than the state median of $209,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.9x, Montgomery County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 57.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% lower than the state average of 70.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Montgomery County is Black or African American, making up 58.8% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 29.7%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (29.7%) is well below the state average of 63.4%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (58.8% vs 25.6%). The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (3.4% vs 1.4%).
Education
34.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Montgomery County in the top 10% of all counties in the state for educational attainment. This is 21% higher than the state rate of 28.4%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 89.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Montgomery County come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates, with comparisons drawn against Alabama and national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Montgomery County, Alabama?
Montgomery County has a population of 226,718, making it the 7th most populous county in Alabama.
What is the median income in Montgomery County?
The median household income in Montgomery County is $59,386 with a poverty rate of 19.9%.
How many cities are in Montgomery County, Alabama?
Montgomery County contains 2 Census-designated places.