Limestone County, Alabama Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 12th-largest in Alabama
The population of Limestone County, Alabama is 107,577 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 12th-largest county in Alabama. The median household income is $83,534, the median home value is $255,100, and the median age is 40.5.
The population of Limestone County has grown 43.0% since 2010 (83,168 → 118,942), a +2.59% annualized rate.
107,577
Population
+2.59%
Annual growth
191
People / sq mi
$83,534
Median Income
$255,100
Median Home Value
Limestone County covers 563 sq mi of land at 190.9 people per square mile.
About Limestone County, AL
Among US counties, Limestone County stands out first on household income: a median of $83,534, above the US median of $78,538. With 107,577 residents, Limestone County is a county in Alabama. It ranks #12 among counties in Alabama by population.
The typical household earns $83,534 a year, above the US median of $78,538. Only 6.5% of residents live in poverty, below the national 12.4%. A typical home is worth $255,100, with typical rent around $908.
About 30.4% of adults 25 and older have a bachelor’s degree, below the 35.0% national figure. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 9.4%, and the average commute runs about 27 minutes each way.
Taken together, the income and housing figures place Limestone County firmly in the higher-cost, higher-earning tier of US counties — a profile that tends to track dense job markets and competitive housing.
Limestone County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Limestone County had a population of 83,168 in 2010 and 118,942 in 2024, a 43.0% growth over 14 years. The peak was 118,942 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.59%.
118,942
Population (2024)
83,168
Population (2010)
118,942
Peak (2024)
2.59%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 83,168 |
| 2011 | 85,553 |
| 2012 | 87,336 |
| 2013 | 88,931 |
| 2014 | 90,622 |
| 2015 | 91,596 |
| 2016 | 92,896 |
| 2017 | 94,144 |
| 2018 | 96,199 |
| 2019 | 99,136 |
| 2020 | 104,209 |
| 2021 | 107,285 |
| 2022 | 110,926 |
| 2023 | 114,803 |
| 2024 | 118,942 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 75.3% |
| Black or African American | 12.8% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Age & Sex
40.5
Median Age
49.9%
Female
50.1%
Male
15.4%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 18.2% · Seniors (65+): 15.4%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $83,534+$21,507 vs state |
| Mean household income | $105,108 |
| Per-capita income | $39,587 |
| Poverty rate | 6.5%-4.8% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.2% |
| Employment-to-population | 57.4% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Limestone County is professional & business services, accounting for 19.0% of workers.
How residents commute
0.3%
Drive alone
0.6%
Carpool
82.8%
Public transit
9.4%
Work from home
26.5 min
Avg commute
Housing
$255,100+$60,000 vs state
Median home value
$908
Median rent
77.5%
Homeownership rate
43,487
Total housing units
92.0%
Occupied
8.0%
Vacant
22.5%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
91.9%
With health insurance
93.8%
With broadband internet
32.2%
Foreign-born
8.5%
Veterans (18+)
13.8%
With a disability
93.5%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
87.6%
High School+
30.4%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Limestone County, Alabama has a population of 107,577 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 12th-largest county in Alabama. Population density is 191 people per square mile.
The population of Limestone County has grown 43.0% since 2010 (83,168 → 118,942), a +2.59% annualized rate.
The median household income in Limestone County, Alabama is $83,534, with mean (average) household income of $105,108 and per-capita income of $39,587. 6.5% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Limestone County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (75.3%), Black or African American (12.8%), Hispanic or Latino (2.4%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Limestone County, Alabama is 40.5 years. Residents are 49.9% female and 50.1% male.
The median home value in Limestone County is $255,100 and median monthly rent is $908. 77.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 43,487 total housing units, 8.0% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Limestone County, Alabama is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 19.0% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.2%.
Huntsville is among the largest cities associated with Limestone County, Alabama, with a population of 218,814.
Limestone County, AL Climate
Limestone County, AL has an average annual temperature of 15.4°C (60°F) and receives about 1452 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
15.4°C
Avg Temp
1452
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 4° / 38° | 128 mm |
| February | 6° / 43° | 120 mm |
| March | 11° / 51° | 167 mm |
| April | 15° / 59° | 126 mm |
| May | 20° / 68° | 130 mm |
| June | 24° / 75° | 108 mm |
| July | 26° / 79° | 121 mm |
| August | 25° / 78° | 86 mm |
| September | 22° / 72° | 104 mm |
| October | 16° / 60° | 91 mm |
| November | 10° / 50° | 121 mm |
| December | 6° / 42° | 150 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 Limestone County, AL
The most comfortable months to visit Limestone County, AL are typically September, May and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 32°C high). The coldest is January (near -2°C low). March is usually the wettest month.
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