Huntsville, Alabama Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Huntsville, Alabama is 218,814 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 1st-largest city in Alabama. The median household income is $70,778, the median home value is $263,100, and the median age is 36.4.
The population has grown 27.3% since 2010 (180,941 → 230,402).
218,814
Population
972
People / sq mi
$70,778
Median Income
$263,100
Median Home Value
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Huntsville covers 225.2 sq mi of land at 972 people per square mile.
About Huntsville, AL
What distinguishes Huntsville is density: among the most sparsely settled of US cities, around 972 people per square mile. With 218,814 residents, Huntsville is a city in Alabama. It is the #1-largest of all cities in Alabama nationally.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $70,778 — below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 10.2%, below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $263,100, with typical rent around $1,078.
About 46.2% of adults 25 and older have a bachelor’s degree, above the 35.0% national figure. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 13.1%, and the average commute runs about 19 minutes each way.
Huntsville city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Huntsville city had a population of 180,941 in 2010 and 230,402 in 2024, a 27.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 230,402 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.76%.
230,402
Population (2024)
180,941
Population (2010)
230,402
Peak (2024)
1.76%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 180,941 |
| 2011 | 182,327 |
| 2012 | 183,748 |
| 2013 | 186,001 |
| 2014 | 187,834 |
| 2015 | 190,333 |
| 2016 | 192,412 |
| 2017 | 195,420 |
| 2018 | 198,125 |
| 2019 | 200,574 |
| 2020 | 216,379 |
| 2021 | 218,725 |
| 2022 | 222,299 |
| 2023 | 226,228 |
| 2024 | 230,402 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 58.4% |
| Black or African American | 29.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.9% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$70,778
Median Household Income
$44,733
Per Capita Income
10.2%
Poverty Rate
2.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$263,100
Median Home Value
$1,078
Median Rent
58.1%
Owner-Occupied
Education
91.6%
High School+
46.2%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.3%
Drive Alone
77.5%
Public Transit
13.1%
Work From Home
19.3 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
40.7%
Foreign Born
91.4%
Non-English at Home
10.2%
Veterans
14.3%
With Disability
90.6%
Health Insurance
95.9%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 21.6% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 18.1% |
| Manufacturing | 12.7% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.0% |
| Public Administration | 7.4% |
| Construction | 5.1% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.4% |
| Information | 4.2% |
| Retail Trade | 3.5% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.7% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.6% |
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Common questions about Huntsville, AL
Frequently Asked Questions
Huntsville, Alabama has a population of 218,814 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 1st-largest city in Alabama.
The median household income in Huntsville, Alabama is $70,778, with 10.2% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Huntsville, Alabama is $263,100, with median monthly rent at $1,078 and a homeownership rate of 58.1%.
The median age in Huntsville, Alabama is 36.4 years. The population is 48.9% male and 51.1% female.
The population has grown 27.3% since 2010 (180,941 → 230,402).
Huntsville city, AL Climate
Huntsville city, AL has an average annual temperature of 15.7°C (60°F) and receives about 1444 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
15.7°C
Avg Temp
1444
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 4° / 39° | 130 mm |
| February | 6° / 43° | 122 mm |
| March | 11° / 52° | 167 mm |
| April | 16° / 60° | 125 mm |
| May | 20° / 68° | 129 mm |
| June | 24° / 76° | 104 mm |
| July | 26° / 79° | 121 mm |
| August | 26° / 78° | 86 mm |
| September | 22° / 72° | 106 mm |
| October | 16° / 61° | 85 mm |
| November | 11° / 51° | 122 mm |
| December | 6° / 43° | 147 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 Huntsville city, AL
The most comfortable months to visit Huntsville city, AL are typically September, May and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 32°C high). The coldest is January (near -2°C low). March is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.