Birmingham, Alabama Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Birmingham, Alabama is 199,322 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 2nd-largest city in Alabama. The median household income is $44,376, the median home value is $138,600, and the median age is 35.9.
The population has declined 7.5% since 2010 (212,328 → 196,357).
199,322
Population
1355
People / sq mi
$44,376
Median Income
$138,600
Median Home Value
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Birmingham covers 147.1 sq mi of land at 1355 people per square mile.
About Birmingham, AL
Among US cities, Birmingham stands out first on household income: a median of $44,376, below the US median of $78,538. Birmingham is a city in Alabama with a population of 199,322. That makes it one of the ten largest cities in Alabama in the country, at #2 by population.
Incomes are among the lowest of comparable places, with a median household income of $44,376, below the US median of $78,538. Hardship is pronounced — at 19.4%, poverty is near the top of the range for US cities, above the national 12.4%. Housing costs are among the lowest of comparable places: a median home value of $138,600, with typical rent around $1,047.
Roughly 30.7% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. About 8.5% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 22 minutes each way.
Birmingham city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Birmingham city had a population of 212,328 in 2010 and 196,357 in 2024, a -7.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 212,328 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.55%.
196,357
Population (2024)
212,328
Population (2010)
212,328
Peak (2010)
-0.55%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 212,328 |
| 2011 | 212,095 |
| 2012 | 211,287 |
| 2013 | 211,765 |
| 2014 | 211,651 |
| 2015 | 212,259 |
| 2016 | 211,977 |
| 2017 | 211,533 |
| 2018 | 210,487 |
| 2019 | 209,403 |
| 2020 | 200,270 |
| 2021 | 197,645 |
| 2022 | 196,898 |
| 2023 | 196,818 |
| 2024 | 196,357 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 25.6% |
| Black or African American | 67.1% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.9% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$44,376
Median Household Income
$31,616
Per Capita Income
19.4%
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$138,600
Median Home Value
$1,047
Median Rent
45.1%
Owner-Occupied
Education
88.7%
High School+
30.7%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.3%
Drive Alone
74.4%
Public Transit
8.5%
Work From Home
21.5 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
19.5%
Foreign Born
93.3%
Non-English at Home
5.7%
Veterans
18.2%
With Disability
87.5%
Health Insurance
92.1%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 26.7% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 10.6% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.8% |
| Manufacturing | 8.5% |
| Retail Trade | 7.2% |
| Information | 6.4% |
| Construction | 5.1% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.8% |
| Public Administration | 4.7% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.4% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.4% |
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Common questions about Birmingham, AL
Frequently Asked Questions
Birmingham, Alabama has a population of 199,322 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 2nd-largest city in Alabama.
The median household income in Birmingham, Alabama is $44,376, with 19.4% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Birmingham, Alabama is $138,600, with median monthly rent at $1,047 and a homeownership rate of 45.1%.
The median age in Birmingham, Alabama is 35.9 years. The population is 47.2% male and 52.8% female.
The population has declined 7.5% since 2010 (212,328 → 196,357).
Birmingham city, AL Climate
Birmingham city, AL has an average annual temperature of 16.9°C (62°F) and receives about 1427 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
16.9°C
Avg Temp
1427
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 6° / 42° | 141 mm |
| February | 8° / 47° | 120 mm |
| March | 13° / 55° | 166 mm |
| April | 17° / 62° | 127 mm |
| May | 21° / 70° | 121 mm |
| June | 25° / 77° | 102 mm |
| July | 27° / 81° | 131 mm |
| August | 27° / 80° | 93 mm |
| September | 23° / 74° | 103 mm |
| October | 17° / 63° | 83 mm |
| November | 12° / 53° | 115 mm |
| December | 8° / 46° | 125 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Birmingham city, AL
The most comfortable months to visit Birmingham city, AL are typically May, September and October, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 33°C high). The coldest is January (near 0°C low). March is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.