Coffee County, Alabama Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 26th-largest in Alabama
The population of Coffee County, Alabama is 54,231 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 26th-largest county in Alabama. The median household income is $64,672, the median home value is $180,300, and the median age is 38.8.
The population of Coffee County has grown 12.3% since 2010 (50,204 → 56,358), a +0.83% annualized rate.
54,231
Population
+0.83%
Annual growth
80
People / sq mi
$64,672
Median Income
$180,300
Median Home Value
Coffee County covers 679 sq mi of land at 79.9 people per square mile.
About Coffee County, AL
Remote work is unusually rare in Coffee County: 4.1% of workers primarily work from home, below the 14.0% national rate. With 54,231 residents, Coffee County is a county in Alabama. It ranks #26 among counties in Alabama by population.
Median household income is $64,672, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty sits at 13.9%, above the national 12.4%. Median home value is $180,300, with typical rent around $970.
21.5% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. Just 4.1% of workers are home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 23 minutes each way.
Coffee County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Coffee County had a population of 50,204 in 2010 and 56,358 in 2024, a 12.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 56,358 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.83%.
56,358
Population (2024)
50,204
Population (2010)
56,358
Peak (2024)
0.83%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 50,204 |
| 2011 | 50,449 |
| 2012 | 51,159 |
| 2013 | 50,709 |
| 2014 | 50,693 |
| 2015 | 51,004 |
| 2016 | 51,281 |
| 2017 | 51,943 |
| 2018 | 52,097 |
| 2019 | 52,639 |
| 2020 | 53,565 |
| 2021 | 54,201 |
| 2022 | 54,769 |
| 2023 | 55,707 |
| 2024 | 56,358 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 71.5% |
| Black or African American | 16.6% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
38.8
Median Age
50.3%
Female
49.7%
Male
17.1%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 19.9% · Seniors (65+): 17.1%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $64,672+$2,645 vs state |
| Mean household income | $81,266 |
| Per-capita income | $32,757 |
| Poverty rate | 13.9%+2.6% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.3% |
| Employment-to-population | 51.3% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Coffee County is professional & business services, accounting for 21.0% of workers.
How residents commute
0.1%
Drive alone
0.4%
Carpool
85.1%
Public transit
4.1%
Work from home
22.7 min
Avg commute
Housing
$180,300$-14,800 vs state
Median home value
$970
Median rent
69.2%
Homeownership rate
24,399
Total housing units
85.5%
Occupied
14.5%
Vacant
30.8%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
89.5%
With health insurance
92.5%
With broadband internet
37.2%
Foreign-born
16.0%
Veterans (18+)
17.9%
With a disability
91.5%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
86.0%
High School+
21.5%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Coffee County, Alabama has a population of 54,231 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 26th-largest county in Alabama. Population density is 80 people per square mile.
The population of Coffee County has grown 12.3% since 2010 (50,204 → 56,358), a +0.83% annualized rate.
The median household income in Coffee County, Alabama is $64,672, with mean (average) household income of $81,266 and per-capita income of $32,757. 13.9% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Coffee County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (71.5%), Black or African American (16.6%), Hispanic or Latino (2.7%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Coffee County, Alabama is 38.8 years. Residents are 50.3% female and 49.7% male.
The median home value in Coffee County is $180,300 and median monthly rent is $970. 69.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 24,399 total housing units, 14.5% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Coffee County, Alabama is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 21.0% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.3%.
Huntsville is among the largest cities associated with Coffee County, Alabama, with a population of 218,814.
Coffee County, AL Climate
Coffee County, AL has an average annual temperature of 18.3°C (65°F) and receives about 1326 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
18.3°C
Avg Temp
1326
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 9° / 47° | 117 mm |
| February | 11° / 51° | 129 mm |
| March | 15° / 58° | 146 mm |
| April | 18° / 64° | 101 mm |
| May | 22° / 72° | 94 mm |
| June | 26° / 78° | 116 mm |
| July | 27° / 80° | 129 mm |
| August | 26° / 80° | 109 mm |
| September | 24° / 76° | 104 mm |
| October | 19° / 66° | 81 mm |
| November | 14° / 57° | 85 mm |
| December | 10° / 50° | 115 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 Coffee County, AL
The most comfortable months to visit Coffee County, AL are typically May, October and April, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 33°C high). The coldest is January (near 3°C low). March is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.