Leeds, Alabama Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Leeds, Alabama is 12,221 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 61st-largest city in Alabama. The median household income is $71,672, the median home value is $220,400, and the median age is 40.1.
The population has grown 6.6% since 2010 (11,793 → 12,573).
12,221
Population
536
People / sq mi
$71,672
Median Income
$220,400
Median Home Value
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Leeds covers 22.8 sq mi of land at 536 people per square mile.
About Leeds, AL
Leeds stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most sparsely settled of US cities, at roughly 536 people per square mile. Leeds is a city in Alabama with a population of 12,221.
The typical household here earns about $71,672, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 8.0%, below the national 12.4%. Property is affordable here, the median home worth $220,400, with typical rent around $945.
Roughly 28.7% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Just 7.1% of workers are home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 27 minutes each way.
Leeds city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Leeds city had a population of 11,793 in 2010 and 12,573 in 2024, a 6.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 12,573 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.46%.
12,573
Population (2024)
11,793
Population (2010)
12,573
Peak (2024)
0.46%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 11,793 |
| 2011 | 11,820 |
| 2012 | 11,854 |
| 2013 | 11,900 |
| 2014 | 11,925 |
| 2015 | 11,932 |
| 2016 | 11,949 |
| 2017 | 12,032 |
| 2018 | 12,050 |
| 2019 | 12,040 |
| 2020 | 12,337 |
| 2021 | 12,272 |
| 2022 | 12,363 |
| 2023 | 12,448 |
| 2024 | 12,573 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 72.6% |
| Black or African American | 13.6% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.9% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Economy & Income
$71,672
Median Household Income
$35,994
Per Capita Income
8.0%
Poverty Rate
0.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$220,400
Median Home Value
$945
Median Rent
73.1%
Owner-Occupied
Education
88.3%
High School+
28.7%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
79.3%
Public Transit
7.1%
Work From Home
27.2 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
25.0%
Foreign Born
87.2%
Non-English at Home
6.8%
Veterans
13.7%
With Disability
86.6%
Health Insurance
96.8%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 18.8% |
| Construction | 13.4% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 11.8% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 10.0% |
| Manufacturing | 9.5% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 7.1% |
| Information | 6.4% |
| Retail Trade | 5.0% |
| Public Administration | 2.0% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.5% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Leeds, Alabama has a population of 12,221 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 61st-largest city in Alabama.
The median household income in Leeds, Alabama is $71,672, with 8.0% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Leeds, Alabama is $220,400, with median monthly rent at $945 and a homeownership rate of 73.1%.
The median age in Leeds, Alabama is 40.1 years. The population is 51.4% male and 48.6% female.
The population has grown 6.6% since 2010 (11,793 → 12,573).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.