Foley, Alabama Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Foley, Alabama is 22,330 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 28th-largest city in Alabama. The median household income is $67,346, the median home value is $260,100, and the median age is 53.3.
The population has grown 81.8% since 2010 (15,427 → 28,043).
22,330
Population
633
People / sq mi
$67,346
Median Income
$260,100
Median Home Value
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Foley covers 35.3 sq mi of land at 633 people per square mile.
About Foley, AL
Foley skews on age — the median resident is 53.3, older than the national median. With 22,330 residents, Foley is a city in Alabama. It ranks #28 among cities in Alabama by population.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $67,346 — below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 8.0%, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $260,100, with typical rent around $1,169.
Roughly 26.3% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 9.6%, and the average commute runs about 25 minutes each way.
The age structure shapes everything downstream in Foley — from housing demand to the mix of working-age earners reflected in the income figures above.
Foley city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Foley city had a population of 15,427 in 2010 and 28,043 in 2024, a 81.8% growth over 14 years. The peak was 28,043 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 4.40%.
28,043
Population (2024)
15,427
Population (2010)
28,043
Peak (2024)
4.40%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 15,427 |
| 2011 | 15,717 |
| 2012 | 16,021 |
| 2013 | 16,453 |
| 2014 | 16,881 |
| 2015 | 17,324 |
| 2016 | 17,711 |
| 2017 | 18,279 |
| 2018 | 18,897 |
| 2019 | 20,391 |
| 2020 | 20,885 |
| 2021 | 22,300 |
| 2022 | 23,797 |
| 2023 | 25,031 |
| 2024 | 28,043 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 80.7% |
| Black or African American | 4.6% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.5% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$67,346
Median Household Income
$36,967
Per Capita Income
8.0%
Poverty Rate
2.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$260,100
Median Home Value
$1,169
Median Rent
74.9%
Owner-Occupied
Education
89.4%
High School+
26.3%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
80.6%
Public Transit
9.6%
Work From Home
24.6 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
54.6%
Foreign Born
87.8%
Non-English at Home
13.8%
Veterans
19.0%
With Disability
86.2%
Health Insurance
94.5%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 16.0% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 15.3% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 13.7% |
| Information | 12.6% |
| Construction | 8.3% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.5% |
| Manufacturing | 5.3% |
| Public Administration | 4.4% |
| Retail Trade | 4.3% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.5% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Foley, Alabama has a population of 22,330 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 28th-largest city in Alabama.
The median household income in Foley, Alabama is $67,346, with 8.0% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Foley, Alabama is $260,100, with median monthly rent at $1,169 and a homeownership rate of 74.9%.
The median age in Foley, Alabama is 53.3 years. The population is 47.7% male and 52.3% female.
The population has grown 81.8% since 2010 (15,427 → 28,043).
Foley city, AL Climate
Foley city, AL has an average annual temperature of 19.8°C (68°F) and receives about 1645 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
19.8°C
Avg Temp
1645
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 11° / 52° | 139 mm |
| February | 12° / 54° | 133 mm |
| March | 16° / 61° | 157 mm |
| April | 19° / 67° | 104 mm |
| May | 23° / 74° | 123 mm |
| June | 27° / 80° | 151 mm |
| July | 28° / 82° | 187 mm |
| August | 27° / 81° | 176 mm |
| September | 26° / 78° | 149 mm |
| October | 21° / 69° | 97 mm |
| November | 16° / 60° | 117 mm |
| December | 12° / 54° | 112 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 Foley city, AL
The most comfortable months to visit Foley city, AL are typically October, April and May, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 32°C high). The coldest is January (near 5°C low). July is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.