Jacksonville, Alabama Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Jacksonville, Alabama is 14,345 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 54th-largest city in Alabama. The median household income is $47,146, the median home value is $179,600, and the median age is 26.9.
The population has grown 11.1% since 2010 (13,185 → 14,651).
14,345
Population
1315
People / sq mi
$47,146
Median Income
$179,600
Median Home Value
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Jacksonville covers 10.9 sq mi of land at 1315 people per square mile.
About Jacksonville, AL
Age is the most distinctive thing about Jacksonville: a median age of 26.9, younger than the national median. With 14,345 residents, Jacksonville is a city in Alabama.
Household earnings sit near the bottom of the range at $47,146, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty sits at 16.6%, above the national 12.4%. Homes are comparatively cheap — a median value of $179,600, with typical rent around $794.
31.6% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. Most workers commute: only 7.3% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 20 minutes each way.
Jacksonville city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Jacksonville city had a population of 13,185 in 2010 and 14,651 in 2024, a 11.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 14,677 in 2023. Average annual growth rate: 0.82%.
14,651
Population (2024)
13,185
Population (2010)
14,677
Peak (2023)
0.82%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 13,185 |
| 2011 | 13,108 |
| 2012 | 13,120 |
| 2013 | 12,904 |
| 2014 | 12,833 |
| 2015 | 12,741 |
| 2016 | 12,670 |
| 2017 | 12,618 |
| 2018 | 12,628 |
| 2019 | 12,544 |
| 2020 | 14,301 |
| 2021 | 14,105 |
| 2022 | 14,437 |
| 2023 | 14,677 |
| 2024 | 14,651 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 68.3% |
| Black or African American | 23.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Economy & Income
$47,146
Median Household Income
$24,119
Per Capita Income
16.6%
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$179,600
Median Home Value
$794
Median Rent
50.7%
Owner-Occupied
Education
90.1%
High School+
31.6%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
86.3%
Public Transit
7.3%
Work From Home
20.1 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
35.9%
Foreign Born
97.9%
Non-English at Home
6.8%
Veterans
16.6%
With Disability
88.6%
Health Insurance
95.0%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 31.6% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 16.1% |
| Manufacturing | 10.7% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 5.0% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.6% |
| Public Administration | 3.6% |
| Construction | 3.3% |
| Information | 2.7% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.2% |
| Retail Trade | 1.6% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Jacksonville, Alabama has a population of 14,345 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 54th-largest city in Alabama.
The median household income in Jacksonville, Alabama is $47,146, with 16.6% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Jacksonville, Alabama is $179,600, with median monthly rent at $794 and a homeownership rate of 50.7%.
The median age in Jacksonville, Alabama is 26.9 years. The population is 46.1% male and 53.9% female.
The population has grown 11.1% since 2010 (13,185 → 14,651).
Jacksonville city, AL Climate
Jacksonville city, AL has an average annual temperature of 16°C (61°F) and receives about 1387 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
16°C
Avg Temp
1387
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 5° / 41° | 134 mm |
| February | 7° / 45° | 128 mm |
| March | 12° / 53° | 163 mm |
| April | 16° / 60° | 132 mm |
| May | 20° / 68° | 115 mm |
| June | 24° / 75° | 100 mm |
| July | 26° / 79° | 119 mm |
| August | 26° / 78° | 94 mm |
| September | 23° / 73° | 100 mm |
| October | 16° / 61° | 77 mm |
| November | 11° / 52° | 100 mm |
| December | 7° / 44° | 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 Jacksonville city, AL
The most comfortable months to visit Jacksonville 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 0°C low). March is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.