Walker County, Alabama Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Walker County is located in Alabama with a total population of 64,886. It is the 21st most populous county out of 67 in Alabama.

Age Demographics

The median age in Walker County is 41.3 years. This is 5% higher than the state median of 39.3 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Walker County is $54,509. This is 12% lower than the state median of $62,027. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 31% lower. The poverty rate stands at 18.0%. This is 15% higher than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. The unemployment rate is 4.4%. This is 9% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $131,100. Housing costs are 33% lower than the state median of $195,100. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x, Walker County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 77.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 11% higher than the state average of 69.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Walker County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 87.0% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 6.1%. The Black or African American population (6.1%) is well below the state average of 25.9%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 1.4%.

Education

16.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 42% 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 82.9%.