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Bullock County, Alabama Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 64th-largest in Alabama

The population of Bullock County, Alabama is 10,157 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 64th-largest county in Alabama. The median household income is $36,723, the median home value is $79,400, and the median age is 40.4.

The population of Bullock County has declined 9.0% since 2010 (10,876 → 9,901), a -0.67% annualized rate.

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

10,157

Population

-0.67%

Annual growth

16

People / sq mi

$36,723

Median Income

$79,400

Median Home Value

Bullock County covers 623 sq mi of land at 16.3 people per square mile.

About Bullock County, AL

What sets Bullock County apart is where people work — remote work is unusually rare here, at 0.6% versus 14.0% nationally. With 10,157 residents, Bullock County is a county in Alabama.

Household earnings sit near the bottom of the range at $36,723, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 19.5%, is among the steepest of comparable US counties and above the national 12.4%. Housing costs are among the lowest of comparable places: a median home value of $79,400, with typical rent around $635.

Four-year-degree attainment is near the bottom of the range for US counties, 9.0%, below the national 35.0%. Home-based work is uncommon, at 0.6%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 29 minutes each way.

Bullock County Population History (2010-2024)

The county of Bullock County had a population of 10,876 in 2010 and 9,901 in 2024, a -9.0% growth over 14 years. The peak was 10,876 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.66%.

2010 · 11K20102024
Bullock County population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

9,901

Population (2024)

10,876

Population (2010)

10,876

Peak (2010)

-0.66%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201010,876
201110,680
201210,610
201310,557
201410,668
201510,404
201610,397
201710,181
201810,165
201910,144
202010,230
202110,126
202210,126
20239,908
20249,901

Race & Ethnicity

White22.9%
Black or African American71.2%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)0.1%
Two or More Races0.0%

Age & Sex

40.4

Median Age

45.3%

Female

54.7%

Male

17.8%

Age 65+

Age Distribution

Under 5
5.4%
5–9
6.5%
10–14
6.5%
15–19
6.8%
20–24
2.1%
25–34
16.6%
35–44
10.4%
45–54
14.2%
55–59
6.9%
60–64
6.6%
65–74
10.8%
75–84
5.2%
85+
1.8%

Children (under 15): 18.4% · Seniors (65+): 17.8%

Income & Poverty

Median household income$36,723$-25,304 vs state
Mean household income$51,121
Per-capita income$21,462
Poverty rate19.5%+8.2% vs state
Unemployment rate2.7%
Employment-to-population43.9%

Top Industries by Employment

Manufacturing
36.0%
Professional & business services
13.4%
Public administration
8.8%
Information
5.4%
Education & health care
5.2%
Retail trade
3.9%
Construction
3.9%
Arts, entertainment & food
3.7%

The largest employment sector in Bullock County is manufacturing, accounting for 36.0% of workers.

How residents commute

0.0%

Drive alone

0.7%

Carpool

87.7%

Public transit

0.6%

Work from home

29.1 min

Avg commute

Housing

$79,400$-115,700 vs state

Median home value

$635

Median rent

63.5%

Homeownership rate

4,554

Total housing units

75.8%

Occupied

24.2%

Vacant

36.5%

Renter-occupied

Social & access

87.1%

With health insurance

82.0%

With broadband internet

9.6%

Foreign-born

4.7%

Veterans (18+)

15.4%

With a disability

93.1%

Speak language other than English at home

Education

74.0%

High School+

9.0%

Bachelor's+

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Frequently Asked Questions

Bullock County, Alabama has a population of 10,157 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 64th-largest county in Alabama. Population density is 16 people per square mile.

The population of Bullock County has declined 9.0% since 2010 (10,876 → 9,901), a -0.67% annualized rate.

The median household income in Bullock County, Alabama is $36,723, with mean (average) household income of $51,121 and per-capita income of $21,462. 19.5% of residents live below the federal poverty level.

In Bullock County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are Black or African American (71.2%), White (22.9%), Hispanic or Latino (0.1%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.

The median age in Bullock County, Alabama is 40.4 years. Residents are 45.3% female and 54.7% male.

The median home value in Bullock County is $79,400 and median monthly rent is $635. 63.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 4,554 total housing units, 24.2% of which are vacant.

The largest employment sector in Bullock County, Alabama is manufacturing, employing 36.0% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.7%.

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


Bullock County, AL Climate

Bullock County, AL has an average annual temperature of 17.8°C (64°F) and receives about 1399 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.

17.8°C

Avg Temp

1399

Precip (mm/yr)

Jul

Hottest Month

Jan

Coldest Month

0°10°20°30°168mmJFMAMJJASOND
Avg temp (°C) Precipitation (mm)
Bullock County, AL — monthly temperature & precipitation (1970–2000 normals) · Source: WorldClim 2.1
MonthAvg (°C/°F)Precip
January8° / 46°131 mm
February10° / 49°129 mm
March14° / 57°168 mm
April18° / 64°112 mm
May22° / 71°101 mm
June25° / 78°117 mm
July27° / 80°136 mm
August26° / 80°99 mm
September24° / 75°99 mm
October18° / 65°73 mm
November13° / 56°110 mm
December9° / 49°124 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 Bullock County, AL

The most comfortable months to visit Bullock County, AL are typically May, October and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 33°C high). The coldest is January (near 2°C low). March is usually the wettest month.

MayOctoberSeptember

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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.