Sumter County, Alabama Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 60th-largest in Alabama
The population of Sumter County, Alabama is 12,020 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 60th-largest county in Alabama. The median household income is $37,981, the median home value is $84,100, and the median age is 34.9.
The population of Sumter County has declined 15.5% since 2010 (13,730 → 11,607), a -1.19% annualized rate.
12,020
Population
-1.19%
Annual growth
13
People / sq mi
$37,981
Median Income
$84,100
Median Home Value
Sumter County covers 904 sq mi of land at 13.3 people per square mile.
About Sumter County, AL
In Sumter County, home values do the distinguishing — a median of $84,100. Sumter County is a county in Alabama with a population of 12,020.
Incomes are among the lowest of comparable places, with a median household income of $37,981, below the US median of $78,538. Hardship is pronounced — at 19.7%, poverty is near the top of the range for US counties, above the national 12.4%. Real estate is inexpensive, with a typical home worth only $84,100, with typical rent around $841.
Roughly 19.0% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. About 8.0% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 24 minutes each way.
Sumter County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Sumter County had a population of 13,730 in 2010 and 11,607 in 2024, a -15.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 13,730 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -1.19%.
11,607
Population (2024)
13,730
Population (2010)
13,730
Peak (2010)
-1.19%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 13,730 |
| 2011 | 13,491 |
| 2012 | 13,444 |
| 2013 | 13,398 |
| 2014 | 13,276 |
| 2015 | 13,212 |
| 2016 | 12,973 |
| 2017 | 12,756 |
| 2018 | 12,661 |
| 2019 | 12,358 |
| 2020 | 12,192 |
| 2021 | 11,960 |
| 2022 | 11,894 |
| 2023 | 11,737 |
| 2024 | 11,607 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 25.9% |
| Black or African American | 71.2% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
34.9
Median Age
55.4%
Female
44.6%
Male
19.3%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 16.5% · Seniors (65+): 19.3%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $37,981$-24,046 vs state |
| Mean household income | $50,405 |
| Per-capita income | $19,854 |
| Poverty rate | 19.7%+8.4% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 4.0% |
| Employment-to-population | 42.9% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Sumter County is professional & business services, accounting for 26.4% of workers.
How residents commute
0.6%
Drive alone
3.1%
Carpool
81.8%
Public transit
8.0%
Work from home
23.6 min
Avg commute
Housing
$84,100$-111,000 vs state
Median home value
$841
Median rent
69.6%
Homeownership rate
6,329
Total housing units
75.3%
Occupied
24.7%
Vacant
30.4%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
90.8%
With health insurance
86.4%
With broadband internet
30.0%
Foreign-born
3.0%
Veterans (18+)
19.7%
With a disability
97.9%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
88.0%
High School+
19.0%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Sumter County, Alabama has a population of 12,020 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 60th-largest county in Alabama. Population density is 13 people per square mile.
The population of Sumter County has declined 15.5% since 2010 (13,730 → 11,607), a -1.19% annualized rate.
The median household income in Sumter County, Alabama is $37,981, with mean (average) household income of $50,405 and per-capita income of $19,854. 19.7% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Sumter County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are Black or African American (71.2%), White (25.9%), 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 Sumter County, Alabama is 34.9 years. Residents are 55.4% female and 44.6% male.
The median home value in Sumter County is $84,100 and median monthly rent is $841. 69.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 6,329 total housing units, 24.7% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Sumter County, Alabama is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 26.4% of workers. The unemployment rate is 4.0%.
Huntsville is among the largest cities associated with Sumter County, Alabama, with a population of 218,814.
Sumter County, AL Climate
Sumter County, AL has an average annual temperature of 17.5°C (64°F) and receives about 1430 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
17.5°C
Avg Temp
1430
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 7° / 44° | 140 mm |
| February | 9° / 48° | 129 mm |
| March | 13° / 56° | 163 mm |
| April | 17° / 63° | 139 mm |
| May | 22° / 71° | 109 mm |
| June | 25° / 78° | 98 mm |
| July | 27° / 81° | 138 mm |
| August | 27° / 80° | 93 mm |
| September | 24° / 75° | 85 mm |
| October | 18° / 64° | 87 mm |
| November | 12° / 54° | 107 mm |
| December | 8° / 47° | 142 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 Sumter County, AL
The most comfortable months to visit Sumter County, AL are typically May, September and October, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 33°C high). The coldest is January (near 1°C low). March is usually the wettest month.
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