Troy, Alabama Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Troy, Alabama is 17,733 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 35th-largest city in Alabama. The median household income is $47,595, the median home value is $214,100, and the median age is 24.7.
The population has declined 2.8% since 2010 (18,241 → 17,734).
17,733
Population
626
People / sq mi
$47,595
Median Income
$214,100
Median Home Value
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Troy covers 28.3 sq mi of land at 626 people per square mile.
About Troy, AL
Troy skews on age — the median resident is 24.7, younger than the national median. With 17,733 residents, Troy is a city in Alabama. It ranks #35 among cities in Alabama by population.
Money is tight relative to the rest of US cities: the median household earns just $47,595, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 8.4%, below the national 12.4%. Housing is relatively affordable, with a median home value of $214,100, with typical rent around $943.
36.5% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, near the national average of 35.0%. Remote work is rare here (3.7%, below the national 14.0%), and the average commute runs about 18 minutes each way.
Troy city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Troy city had a population of 18,241 in 2010 and 17,734 in 2024, a -2.8% growth over 14 years. The peak was 19,242 in 2013. Average annual growth rate: -0.17%.
17,734
Population (2024)
18,241
Population (2010)
19,242
Peak (2013)
-0.17%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 18,241 |
| 2011 | 18,300 |
| 2012 | 18,419 |
| 2013 | 19,242 |
| 2014 | 18,877 |
| 2015 | 19,218 |
| 2016 | 19,215 |
| 2017 | 19,089 |
| 2018 | 19,021 |
| 2019 | 18,957 |
| 2020 | 17,663 |
| 2021 | 17,549 |
| 2022 | 17,753 |
| 2023 | 17,821 |
| 2024 | 17,734 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 52.8% |
| Black or African American | 41.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Economy & Income
$47,595
Median Household Income
$27,291
Per Capita Income
8.4%
Poverty Rate
1.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$214,100
Median Home Value
$943
Median Rent
47.2%
Owner-Occupied
Education
92.5%
High School+
36.5%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.5%
Drive Alone
85.8%
Public Transit
3.7%
Work From Home
17.7 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
21.4%
Foreign Born
94.6%
Non-English at Home
6.5%
Veterans
12.1%
With Disability
92.6%
Health Insurance
95.8%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 28.7% |
| Manufacturing | 12.1% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 11.0% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 9.3% |
| Retail Trade | 8.5% |
| Public Administration | 6.4% |
| Information | 2.3% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 2.1% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.9% |
| Construction | 1.8% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Troy, Alabama has a population of 17,733 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 35th-largest city in Alabama.
The median household income in Troy, Alabama is $47,595, with 8.4% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Troy, Alabama is $214,100, with median monthly rent at $943 and a homeownership rate of 47.2%.
The median age in Troy, Alabama is 24.7 years. The population is 47.6% male and 52.4% female.
The population has declined 2.8% since 2010 (18,241 → 17,734).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.