Elmore County, Alabama Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 18th-largest in Alabama
The population of Elmore County, Alabama is 88,669 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 18th-largest county in Alabama. The median household income is $75,553, the median home value is $213,600, and the median age is 38.9.
The population of Elmore County has grown 14.4% since 2010 (79,558 → 91,042), a +0.97% annualized rate.
88,669
Population
+0.97%
Annual growth
143
People / sq mi
$75,553
Median Income
$213,600
Median Home Value
Elmore County covers 619 sq mi of land at 143.4 people per square mile.
About Elmore County, AL
What sets Elmore County apart is money: median household income runs $75,553, near the US median of $78,538. With 88,669 residents, Elmore County is a county in Alabama. It ranks #18 among counties in Alabama by population.
Median household income is $75,553, near the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 9.0%, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $213,600, with typical rent around $1,014.
Roughly 24.4% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. About 7.8% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 28 minutes each way.
Taken together, the income and housing figures place Elmore County firmly in the higher-cost, higher-earning tier of US counties — a profile that tends to track dense job markets and competitive housing.
Elmore County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Elmore County had a population of 79,558 in 2010 and 91,042 in 2024, a 14.4% growth over 14 years. The peak was 91,042 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.98%.
91,042
Population (2024)
79,558
Population (2010)
91,042
Peak (2024)
0.98%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 79,558 |
| 2011 | 80,005 |
| 2012 | 80,211 |
| 2013 | 80,557 |
| 2014 | 80,563 |
| 2015 | 80,903 |
| 2016 | 81,258 |
| 2017 | 81,452 |
| 2018 | 81,189 |
| 2019 | 81,575 |
| 2020 | 87,871 |
| 2021 | 88,734 |
| 2022 | 89,566 |
| 2023 | 90,416 |
| 2024 | 91,042 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 73.3% |
| Black or African American | 21.1% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
38.9
Median Age
51.3%
Female
48.7%
Male
16.1%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 17.7% · Seniors (65+): 16.1%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $75,553+$13,526 vs state |
| Mean household income | $96,359 |
| Per-capita income | $36,616 |
| Poverty rate | 9.0%-2.3% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.2% |
| Employment-to-population | 55.2% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Elmore County is professional & business services, accounting for 22.1% of workers.
How residents commute
0.2%
Drive alone
1.1%
Carpool
84.1%
Public transit
7.8%
Work from home
27.5 min
Avg commute
Housing
$213,600+$18,500 vs state
Median home value
$1,014
Median rent
76.9%
Homeownership rate
37,085
Total housing units
87.7%
Occupied
12.3%
Vacant
23.1%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
92.3%
With health insurance
95.0%
With broadband internet
25.9%
Foreign-born
9.2%
Veterans (18+)
15.4%
With a disability
97.3%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
89.6%
High School+
24.4%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Elmore County, Alabama has a population of 88,669 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 18th-largest county in Alabama. Population density is 143 people per square mile.
The population of Elmore County has grown 14.4% since 2010 (79,558 → 91,042), a +0.97% annualized rate.
The median household income in Elmore County, Alabama is $75,553, with mean (average) household income of $96,359 and per-capita income of $36,616. 9.0% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Elmore County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (73.3%), Black or African American (21.1%), Hispanic or Latino (1.0%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Elmore County, Alabama is 38.9 years. Residents are 51.3% female and 48.7% male.
The median home value in Elmore County is $213,600 and median monthly rent is $1,014. 76.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 37,085 total housing units, 12.3% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Elmore County, Alabama is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 22.1% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.2%.
Huntsville is among the largest cities associated with Elmore County, Alabama, with a population of 218,814.
Elmore County, AL Climate
Elmore County, AL has an average annual temperature of 17.6°C (64°F) and receives about 1434 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
17.6°C
Avg Temp
1434
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 7° / 45° | 132 mm |
| February | 9° / 49° | 142 mm |
| March | 14° / 56° | 171 mm |
| April | 17° / 63° | 128 mm |
| May | 22° / 71° | 100 mm |
| June | 25° / 77° | 104 mm |
| July | 27° / 80° | 138 mm |
| August | 26° / 80° | 102 mm |
| September | 24° / 75° | 103 mm |
| October | 18° / 64° | 70 mm |
| November | 13° / 55° | 107 mm |
| December | 9° / 48° | 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 Elmore County, AL
The most comfortable months to visit Elmore 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.
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