Chilton County, Alabama Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 29th-largest in Alabama
The population of Chilton County, Alabama is 45,500 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 29th-largest county in Alabama. The median household income is $61,873, the median home value is $142,300, and the median age is 39.5.
The population of Chilton County has grown 8.3% since 2010 (43,645 → 47,262), a +0.57% annualized rate.
45,500
Population
+0.57%
Annual growth
66
People / sq mi
$61,873
Median Income
$142,300
Median Home Value
Chilton County covers 693 sq mi of land at 65.7 people per square mile.
About Chilton County, AL
Educational attainment is the headline number in Chilton County: 15.2% of adults 25 and older have a four-year degree. With 45,500 residents, Chilton County is a county in Alabama. It ranks #29 among counties in Alabama by population.
Median household income is $61,873, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 10.2%, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $142,300, with typical rent around $855.
College attainment is 15.2%, below the national 35.0%. About 5.9% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 31 minutes each way.
Chilton County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Chilton County had a population of 43,645 in 2010 and 47,262 in 2024, a 8.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 47,262 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.57%.
47,262
Population (2024)
43,645
Population (2010)
47,262
Peak (2024)
0.57%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 43,645 |
| 2011 | 43,682 |
| 2012 | 43,572 |
| 2013 | 43,617 |
| 2014 | 43,751 |
| 2015 | 43,693 |
| 2016 | 43,854 |
| 2017 | 44,085 |
| 2018 | 44,084 |
| 2019 | 44,313 |
| 2020 | 45,060 |
| 2021 | 45,255 |
| 2022 | 45,856 |
| 2023 | 46,525 |
| 2024 | 47,262 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 80.9% |
| Black or African American | 9.2% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
39.5
Median Age
51.1%
Female
48.9%
Male
17.0%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 20.3% · Seniors (65+): 17.0%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $61,873$-154 vs state |
| Mean household income | $75,680 |
| Per-capita income | $30,032 |
| Poverty rate | 10.2%-1.1% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 3.0% |
| Employment-to-population | 53.2% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Chilton County is professional & business services, accounting for 18.9% of workers.
How residents commute
0.0%
Drive alone
1.3%
Carpool
82.3%
Public transit
5.9%
Work from home
30.7 min
Avg commute
Housing
$142,300$-52,800 vs state
Median home value
$855
Median rent
76.8%
Homeownership rate
19,702
Total housing units
89.1%
Occupied
10.9%
Vacant
23.2%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
89.9%
With health insurance
88.4%
With broadband internet
17.1%
Foreign-born
5.4%
Veterans (18+)
19.1%
With a disability
90.7%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
84.2%
High School+
15.2%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Chilton County, Alabama has a population of 45,500 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 29th-largest county in Alabama. Population density is 66 people per square mile.
The population of Chilton County has grown 8.3% since 2010 (43,645 → 47,262), a +0.57% annualized rate.
The median household income in Chilton County, Alabama is $61,873, with mean (average) household income of $75,680 and per-capita income of $30,032. 10.2% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Chilton County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (80.9%), Black or African American (9.2%), Hispanic or Latino (2.3%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Chilton County, Alabama is 39.5 years. Residents are 51.1% female and 48.9% male.
The median home value in Chilton County is $142,300 and median monthly rent is $855. 76.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 19,702 total housing units, 10.9% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Chilton County, Alabama is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 18.9% of workers. The unemployment rate is 3.0%.
Huntsville is among the largest cities associated with Chilton County, Alabama, with a population of 218,814.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.