Lowndes County, Alabama Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 65th-largest in Alabama
The population of Lowndes County, Alabama is 10,008 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 65th-largest county in Alabama. The median household income is $35,160, the median home value is $80,600, and the median age is 42.7.
The population of Lowndes County has declined 16.0% since 2010 (11,294 → 9,485), a -1.24% annualized rate.
10,008
Population
-1.24%
Annual growth
14
People / sq mi
$35,160
Median Income
$80,600
Median Home Value
Lowndes County covers 716 sq mi of land at 14.0 people per square mile.
About Lowndes County, AL
Lowndes County is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 6.4% of the population. With 10,008 residents, Lowndes County is a county in Alabama.
Money is tight relative to the rest of US counties: the median household earns just $35,160, below the US median of $78,538. Hardship is pronounced — at 22.3%, poverty is near the top of the range for US counties, above the national 12.4%. Home prices sit near the bottom of the range at $80,600, with typical rent around $663.
College attainment is 13.9%, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is rare here (2.4%, below the national 14.0%), and the average commute runs about 32 minutes each way.
Lowndes County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Lowndes County had a population of 11,294 in 2010 and 9,485 in 2024, a -16.0% growth over 14 years. The peak was 11,294 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -1.22%.
9,485
Population (2024)
11,294
Population (2010)
11,294
Peak (2010)
-1.22%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 11,294 |
| 2011 | 11,144 |
| 2012 | 10,857 |
| 2013 | 10,666 |
| 2014 | 10,497 |
| 2015 | 10,350 |
| 2016 | 10,245 |
| 2017 | 10,100 |
| 2018 | 9,969 |
| 2019 | 9,726 |
| 2020 | 10,284 |
| 2021 | 9,936 |
| 2022 | 9,778 |
| 2023 | 9,682 |
| 2024 | 9,485 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 24.5% |
| Black or African American | 74.5% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
42.7
Median Age
52.0%
Female
48.0%
Male
20.1%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 18.5% · Seniors (65+): 20.1%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $35,160$-26,867 vs state |
| Mean household income | $58,417 |
| Per-capita income | $24,965 |
| Poverty rate | 22.3%+11.0% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 3.5% |
| Employment-to-population | 45.1% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Lowndes County is manufacturing, accounting for 30.0% of workers.
How residents commute
0.1%
Drive alone
3.5%
Carpool
85.7%
Public transit
2.4%
Work from home
31.8 min
Avg commute
Housing
$80,600$-114,500 vs state
Median home value
$663
Median rent
77.3%
Homeownership rate
4,827
Total housing units
86.2%
Occupied
13.8%
Vacant
22.7%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
91.5%
With health insurance
82.2%
With broadband internet
6.4%
Foreign-born
6.8%
Veterans (18+)
20.5%
With a disability
98.6%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
83.2%
High School+
13.9%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Lowndes County, Alabama has a population of 10,008 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 65th-largest county in Alabama. Population density is 14 people per square mile.
The population of Lowndes County has declined 16.0% since 2010 (11,294 → 9,485), a -1.24% annualized rate.
The median household income in Lowndes County, Alabama is $35,160, with mean (average) household income of $58,417 and per-capita income of $24,965. 22.3% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Lowndes County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are Black or African American (74.5%), White (24.5%), Hispanic or Latino (0.3%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Lowndes County, Alabama is 42.7 years. Residents are 52.0% female and 48.0% male.
The median home value in Lowndes County is $80,600 and median monthly rent is $663. 77.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 4,827 total housing units, 13.8% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Lowndes County, Alabama is manufacturing, employing 30.0% of workers. The unemployment rate is 3.5%.
Huntsville is among the largest cities associated with Lowndes 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.