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Coosa County, Alabama Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 63rd-largest in Alabama

The population of Coosa County, Alabama is 10,323 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 63rd-largest county in Alabama. The median household income is $57,063, the median home value is $111,800, and the median age is 50.3.

The population of Coosa County has declined 12.6% since 2010 (11,779 → 10,291), a -0.96% annualized rate.

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

10,323

Population

-0.96%

Annual growth

16

People / sq mi

$57,063

Median Income

$111,800

Median Home Value

Coosa County covers 651 sq mi of land at 15.9 people per square mile.

About Coosa County, AL

Coosa County skews on age — the median resident is 50.3, older than the national median. With 10,323 residents, Coosa County is a county in Alabama.

Median household income is $57,063, below the US median of $78,538. About 8.0% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Housing is relatively affordable, with a median home value of $111,800, with typical rent around $682.

Fewer adults hold degrees here than in most comparable places — 14.9%, below the national 35.0%. Around 9.3% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 31 minutes each way.

The age structure shapes everything downstream in Coosa County — from housing demand to the mix of working-age earners reflected in the income figures above.

Coosa County Population History (2010-2024)

The county of Coosa County had a population of 11,779 in 2010 and 10,291 in 2024, a -12.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 11,779 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.96%.

2010 · 12K20102024
Coosa County population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

10,291

Population (2024)

11,779

Population (2010)

11,779

Peak (2010)

-0.96%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201011,779
201111,483
201211,343
201311,252
201411,037
201510,935
201610,812
201710,724
201810,619
201910,677
202010,340
202110,321
202210,283
202310,267
202410,291

Race & Ethnicity

White64.6%
Black or African American29.7%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)1.2%
Two or More Races0.0%

Age & Sex

50.3

Median Age

48.8%

Female

51.2%

Male

24.8%

Age 65+

Age Distribution

Under 5
4.8%
5–9
4.7%
10–14
4.5%
15–19
4.6%
20–24
4.5%
25–34
9.9%
35–44
10.1%
45–54
14.3%
55–59
9.4%
60–64
8.4%
65–74
14.9%
75–84
7.5%
85+
2.4%

Children (under 15): 14.0% · Seniors (65+): 24.8%

Income & Poverty

Median household income$57,063$-4,964 vs state
Mean household income$69,698
Per-capita income$29,035
Poverty rate8.0%-3.3% vs state
Unemployment rate2.4%
Employment-to-population44.6%

Top Industries by Employment

Manufacturing
21.7%
Professional & business services
19.5%
Education & health care
7.9%
Retail trade
7.0%
Construction
7.0%
Arts, entertainment & food
6.9%
Information
5.0%
Public administration
3.8%

The largest employment sector in Coosa County is manufacturing, accounting for 21.7% of workers.

How residents commute

0.3%

Drive alone

1.8%

Carpool

79.0%

Public transit

9.3%

Work from home

30.9 min

Avg commute

Housing

$111,800$-83,300 vs state

Median home value

$682

Median rent

81.3%

Homeownership rate

6,042

Total housing units

69.5%

Occupied

30.5%

Vacant

18.7%

Renter-occupied

Social & access

92.6%

With health insurance

89.7%

With broadband internet

19.6%

Foreign-born

8.3%

Veterans (18+)

25.6%

With a disability

97.9%

Speak language other than English at home

Education

82.8%

High School+

14.9%

Bachelor's+

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Frequently Asked Questions

Coosa County, Alabama has a population of 10,323 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 63rd-largest county in Alabama. Population density is 16 people per square mile.

The population of Coosa County has declined 12.6% since 2010 (11,779 → 10,291), a -0.96% annualized rate.

The median household income in Coosa County, Alabama is $57,063, with mean (average) household income of $69,698 and per-capita income of $29,035. 8.0% of residents live below the federal poverty level.

In Coosa County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (64.6%), Black or African American (29.7%), Hispanic or Latino (1.2%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.

The median age in Coosa County, Alabama is 50.3 years. Residents are 48.8% female and 51.2% male.

The median home value in Coosa County is $111,800 and median monthly rent is $682. 81.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 6,042 total housing units, 30.5% of which are vacant.

The largest employment sector in Coosa County, Alabama is manufacturing, employing 21.7% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.4%.

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


Coosa County, AL Climate

Coosa County, AL has an average annual temperature of 16.7°C (62°F) and receives about 1476 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.

16.7°C

Avg Temp

1476

Precip (mm/yr)

Jul

Hottest Month

Jan

Coldest Month

-5°5°15°25°35°175mmJFMAMJJASOND
Avg temp (°C) Precipitation (mm)
Coosa County, AL — monthly temperature & precipitation (1970–2000 normals) · Source: WorldClim 2.1
MonthAvg (°C/°F)Precip
January6° / 43°142 mm
February8° / 47°139 mm
March13° / 55°175 mm
April17° / 62°133 mm
May21° / 69°108 mm
June24° / 76°106 mm
July26° / 79°143 mm
August26° / 78°102 mm
September23° / 73°105 mm
October17° / 63°79 mm
November12° / 54°107 mm
December8° / 46°137 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 Coosa County, AL

The most comfortable months to visit Coosa County, AL are typically May, September and October, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 32°C high). The coldest is January (near 0°C low). March is usually the wettest month.

MaySeptemberOctober

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

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