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Wilcox County, Alabama Demographics 2026

Wilcox County, Alabama has a population of 10,347, the 62nd most populous county in Alabama. The median household income is $42,236 and the median home value is $84,200. The poverty rate is 29.0%.

Wilcox County Quick Facts

Population 10,347
Median Household Income $42,236
Median Home Value $84,200
Poverty Rate 29.0%
Unemployment Rate 12.1%
Median Age 42.0 years
Homeownership Rate 77.9%
Affordability Ratio 2.0x
Bachelor's Degree+ 12.3%
High School Graduation 77.9%
Cities/Places 0
Population 10,347 62nd of 67
Median Income $42,236 32% lower state
Poverty Rate 29.0%
Unemployment 12.1%

Economy & Housing

Employment

12.1% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8% | National: 5.2%
46.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 77.9%
Renter 22.1%
Affordability Index Very Affordable
2.0x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

42out of 100
Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 52 | National average: 60

Education

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Population Overview

Wilcox County is located in Alabama with a total population of 10,347. It is the 62nd most populous county out of 67 in Alabama.

Age Demographics

The median age in Wilcox County is 42.0 years. This is 7% higher than the state median of 39.3 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Wilcox County is $42,236. This is 32% lower than the state median of $62,027. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 46% lower. The poverty rate stands at 29.0%. This is 86% higher than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 12.1%. This is 151% higher than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $84,200. Housing costs are 57% lower than the state median of $195,100. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x, Wilcox County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 77.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 11% higher than the state average of 69.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Wilcox County is Black or African American, making up 70.7% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 27.5%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (27.5%) is well below the state average of 63.8%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (70.7% vs 25.9%). The Hispanic or Latino population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 5.4%. The Asian population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 1.4%.

Education

12.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 56% 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 77.9%.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Wilcox County, Alabama?

Wilcox County has a population of 10,347, making it the 62nd most populous county in Alabama.

What is the median income in Wilcox County?

The median household income in Wilcox County is $42,236 with a poverty rate of 29.0%.

How many cities are in Wilcox County, Alabama?

Wilcox County contains 0 Census-designated places.