Baldwin County, Alabama Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 4th-largest in Alabama

The population of Baldwin County, Alabama is 239,945 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 4th-largest county in Alabama. The median household income is $75,019, the median home value is $287,000, and the median age is 43.7.

The population of Baldwin County has grown 42.9% since 2010 (183,121 → 261,608), a +2.58% annualized rate.

Baldwin County within Alabama · Source: US Census TIGER/Line via us-atlas

239,945

Population

+2.58%

Annual growth

151

People / sq mi

$75,019

Median Income

$287,000

Median Home Value

Baldwin County covers 1,590 sq mi of land at 150.9 people per square mile.

About Baldwin County, AL

Baldwin County is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 44.3% of the population. With 239,945 residents, Baldwin County is a county in Alabama. It is the #4-largest of all counties in Alabama nationally.

Households take in a median $75,019, comfortably near the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 7.3%, below the national 12.4%. Home values run above average at $287,000, with typical rent around $1,211.

About 32.8% of adults 25 and older have a bachelor’s degree, below the 35.0% national figure. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 10.0%, and the average commute runs about 26 minutes each way.

The large foreign-born share is a defining thread in Baldwin County, shaping language, household composition, and the labor force behind the economic figures above.

Baldwin County Population History (2010-2024)

The county of Baldwin County had a population of 183,121 in 2010 and 261,608 in 2024, a 42.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 261,608 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.58%.

Baldwin County population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

261,608

Population (2024)

183,121

Population (2010)

261,608

Peak (2024)

2.58%

Avg Annual Growth

Year	Population	Change	Annual %	Source
2010	183,121	-	-	estimate
2011	186,579	+3,458	+1.89%	estimate
2012	190,203	+3,624	+1.94%	estimate
2013	194,978	+4,775	+2.51%	estimate
2014	199,306	+4,328	+2.22%	estimate
2015	203,101	+3,795	+1.90%	estimate
2016	207,787	+4,686	+2.31%	estimate
2017	212,737	+4,950	+2.38%	estimate
2018	218,071	+5,334	+2.51%	estimate
2019	223,565	+5,494	+2.52%	estimate
2020	233,244	+9,679	+4.33%	estimate
2021	239,411	+6,167	+2.64%	estimate
2022	246,577	+7,166	+2.99%	estimate
2023	254,107	+7,530	+3.05%	estimate
2024	261,608	+7,501	+2.95%	estimate

Race & Ethnicity

White	82.8%
Black or African American	8.0%
Asian	0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)	1.6%
Two or More Races	0.0%

Age & Sex

43.7

Median Age

51.1%

Female

48.9%

Male

21.4%

Age 65+

Age Distribution

Under 5

5.2%

5–9

5.5%

10–14

6.7%

15–19

6.1%

20–24

4.9%

25–34

11.0%

35–44

12.2%

45–54

12.7%

55–59

6.5%

60–64

7.9%

65–74

12.9%

75–84

6.5%

85+

2.0%

Children (under 15): 17.4% · Seniors (65+): 21.4%

Income & Poverty

Median household income	$75,019+$12,992 vs state
Mean household income	$100,105
Per-capita income	$40,775
Poverty rate	7.3%-4.0% vs state
Unemployment rate	1.9%
Employment-to-population	56.2%

Top Industries by Employment

Professional & business services

19.3%

Finance & real estate

11.8%

Education & health care

10.1%

Manufacturing

9.8%

Construction

8.2%

Information

7.1%

Retail trade

4.9%

Arts, entertainment & food

4.9%

The largest employment sector in Baldwin County is professional & business services, accounting for 19.3% of workers.

How residents commute

0.1%

Drive alone

1.2%

Carpool

80.3%

Public transit

10.0%

Work from home

26.3 min

Avg commute

Housing

$287,000+$91,900 vs state

Median home value

$1,211

Median rent

77.5%

Homeownership rate

128,518

Total housing units

73.6%

Occupied

26.4%

Vacant

22.5%

Renter-occupied

Social & access

91.8%

With health insurance

94.8%

With broadband internet

44.3%

Foreign-born

11.0%

Veterans (18+)

13.5%

With a disability

94.5%

Speak language other than English at home

Education

91.7%

High School+

32.8%

Bachelor's+

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Frequently Asked Questions

Baldwin County, Alabama has a population of 239,945 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 4th-largest county in Alabama. Population density is 151 people per square mile.

The population of Baldwin County has grown 42.9% since 2010 (183,121 → 261,608), a +2.58% annualized rate.

The median household income in Baldwin County, Alabama is $75,019, with mean (average) household income of $100,105 and per-capita income of $40,775. 7.3% of residents live below the federal poverty level.

In Baldwin County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (82.8%), Black or African American (8.0%), Hispanic or Latino (1.6%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.

The median age in Baldwin County, Alabama is 43.7 years. Residents are 51.1% female and 48.9% male.

The median home value in Baldwin County is $287,000 and median monthly rent is $1,211. 77.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 128,518 total housing units, 26.4% of which are vacant.

The largest employment sector in Baldwin County, Alabama is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 19.3% of workers. The unemployment rate is 1.9%.

Huntsville is among the largest cities associated with Baldwin County, Alabama, with a population of 218,814.