Montgomery is a city located in Montgomery County Alabama. Montgomery has a 2024 population of 193,702. It is also the county seat of Montgomery County. Montgomery is currently declining at a rate of -0.81% annually and its population has decreased by -3.17% since the most recent census, which recorded a population of 200,041 in 2020.
The average household income in Montgomery is $75,844 with a poverty rate of 21.15%. The median age in Montgomery is 36.1 years: 34 years for males, and 38.3 years for females.
The city has won multiple awards throughout its history, including being named All-America City, being listed as one of the top cities for job growth, and named the “happiest city in Alabama.”
Over 21% of the population lives below the federal poverty line. The city’s crime rates fall below the state and national averages for violent crimes but have a higher percentage of property crimes.
Recent estimates show that the population has dropped by 2.8% since the last census after experiencing years of growth. However, with the many educational and employment opportunities, its military presence and its culture and recent city revitalization projects, there is no indicating that this downward trend will continue.
According to the most recent ACS, the racial composition of Montgomery was:
Race | Population | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 125,354 | 62.73% |
| White | 57,865 | 28.96% |
| Asian | 6,926 | 3.47% |
| Two or more races | 6,459 | 3.23% |
| Other race | 2,961 | 1.48% |
| Native American | 246 | 0.12% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 8 | 0% |
Black or African American
White
Asian
Two or more races
Other race
Native American
Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander
Household Type | Count | Average Size | Owner | Renter |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All | 79,489 | 2.42 | 53.5 | 46.5 |
| Non Family | 32,982 | 1.2 | 44.8 | 55.2 |
| Married | 25,197 | 3.21 | 75.6 | 24.4 |
| Female | 17,656 | 3.39 | 38.9 | 61.1 |
| Male | 3,654 | 3.37 | 50.3 | 49.7 |
3.19
Average Family Size
2.42
Average Household Size
53.5%
Rate of Home Ownership
Married
Male
Female
NonFamily
owner
renter
Male
Female
Education Attained | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 9th to 12th Grade | 11,442 | 8.7% |
| Associates Degree | 10,087 | 7.67% |
| Bachelors Degree | 25,052 | 19.06% |
| Graduate Degree | 18,446 | 14.03% |
| High School Graduate | 33,593 | 25.55% |
| Less Than 9th Grade | 4,837 | 3.68% |
| Some College | 28,008 | 21.3% |
Less Than 9th Grade
9th to 12th Grade
High School Graduate
Some College
Associates Degree
Bachelors Degree
Graduate Degree
High School Graduation Rate
Bachelors Rate
Race | Total | High School | Bachelors |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 79,064 | 66,695 | 19,183 |
| White | 42,457 | 40,226 | 20,195 |
| Asian | 4,763 | 4,296 | 2,642 |
| Hispanic | 3,344 | 2,252 | 795 |
| 2+ Races | 2,536 | 2,208 | 906 |
| Other Race | 1,366 | 829 | 170 |
| Native American | 140 | 98 | 30 |
| Islander | 7 | 7 | 7 |
The highest rate of high school graduation is among islander people with a rate of 100%.
The highest rate of bachelors degrees is among islander people with a rate of 100%.
All
Male
Female
Name | Average | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelors Degree | $48,594 | $58,035 | $43,192 |
| Graduate Degree | $64,821 | $96,667 | $58,588 |
| High School Graduate | $29,847 | $34,061 | $26,885 |
| Less Than 9th Grade | $24,839 | $26,525 | $22,348 |
| Overall | $38,914 | $45,219 | $34,469 |
| Some College | $35,781 | $42,962 | $30,804 |
$38,914
Average Earnings
$45,219
Average Male
$34,469
Average Female
Only English
Spanish
Other Indo-European Languages
Asian and Pacific Island Languages
Other Languages
93.36% of Montgomery residents speak only English, while 6.64% speak other languages. The non-English language spoken by the largest group is Spanish, which is spoken by 2.88% of the population.
rate
Name | Total | In Poverty | Poverty Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 120,409 | 31,863 | 26.46% |
| White | 53,435 | 4,895 | 9.16% |
| Hispanic | 7,324 | 2,446 | 33.4% |
| Multiple | 6,245 | 1,561 | 25% |
| Other | 2,903 | 1,156 | 39.82% |
| Asian | 6,862 | 702 | 10.23% |
| Native | 233 | 108 | 46.35% |
| Islander | 8 | 7 | 87.5% |
21.15%
Overall Poverty Rate
19.44%
Male Poverty Rate
22.63%
Female Poverty Rate
The race most likely to be in poverty in Montgomery is Islander, with 87.5% below the poverty level.
The race least likely to be in poverty in Montgomery is White, with 9.16% below the poverty level.
The poverty rate among those that worked full-time for the past 12 months was 5.09%. Among those working part-time, it was 22.76%, and for those that did not work, the poverty rate was 30.34%.
rate
Rate | Poverty |
|---|---|
| Less Than 9th Grade | 34.04% |
| High School | 21.88% |
| Some College | 16.82% |
| Bachelors or Greater | 6.73% |
rate
Rate | Poverty |
|---|---|
| Female Unemployed | 38.1% |
| Male Unemployed | 22.87% |
| Female Employed | 12.09% |
| Male Employed | 7.46% |
Households
Families
MarriedFamilies
NonFamilies
Name | Median | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Families | $65,774 | $91,164 |
| Households | $54,166 | $75,844 |
| Married Families | $101,902 | $128,363 |
| Non Families | $38,834 | $51,747 |
mean
median
Married
Widowed
Divorced
Separated
NeverMarried
34.2%
Overall Marriage Rate
37.8%
Male Marriage Rate
31.3%
Female Marriage Rate
male
female
The age group where males are most likely to be married is Over 65, while the female age group most likely to be married is 45-54.
Married
Widowed
Divorced
Separated
NeverMarried
Second Gulf War
First Gulf War
Vietnam
Korea
World War II
13,424
Number of Veterans
10,814
Male Veterans
2,610
Female Veterans
War | Veterans |
|---|---|
| First Gulf War | 4,432 |
| Second Gulf War | 4,084 |
| Vietnam | 4,005 |
| Korea | 597 |
| World War II | 91 |
count
Age Group | Veterans |
|---|---|
| 35 to 54 | 3,780 |
| 55 to 64 | 3,176 |
| 65 to 74 | 3,019 |
| 75+ | 2,310 |
| 18 to 34 | 1,139 |
count
Name | Veterans | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| Black | 7,610 | 8.2% |
| White | 5,353 | 11.33% |
| 2+ Races | 204 | 6.25% |
| Other Race | 148 | 8.92% |
| Hispanic | 133 | 3.27% |
| Asian | 96 | 1.85% |
| Native American | 13 | 6.99% |
Less Than 9th Grade
High School Graduate
Some College
Bachelors or Greater
9.86%
Veteran Poverty Rate
37.09%
Veteran Disability Rate
LaborForceParticipation
59.7%
Labor Force Participation
54.2%
Employment Rate
7.2%
Unemployment Rate
LaborForceParticipation
LaborForceParticipation
Europe
Asia
Africa
Oceania
Latin America
North America
Non citizens include legal permanent residents (green card holders), international students, temporary workers, humanitarian migrants, and illegal immigrants.
Europe
Asia
Africa
Oceania
Latin America
North America
71.44%
Born in Montgomery
94.93%
Native Born
5.07%
Foreign Born
3.24%
Non Citizen
1.84%
Naturalized
94.93% of Montgomery residents were born in the United States, with 71.44% having been born in Alabama. 3.24% of residents are not US citizens. Of those not born in the United States, the largest percentage are from Asia.
Year | Population | Growth | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2029 | 185,779 | -1,584 | -0.85% |
| 2028 | 187,363 | -1,585 | -0.84% |
| 2027 | 188,948 | -1,585 | -0.83% |
| 2026 | 190,533 | -1,584 | -0.82% |
| 2025 | 192,117 | -1,585 | -0.82% |
| 2024 | 193,702 | -1,585 | -0.81% |
| 2023 | 195,287 | -1,657 | -0.84% |
| 2022 | 196,944 | -1,516 | -0.76% |
| 2021 | 198,460 | -1,581 | -0.79% |
| 2020 | 200,041 | 2,064 | 1.04% |
| 2019 | 197,977 | -1,035 | -0.52% |
| 2018 | 199,012 | -1,259 | -0.63% |
| 2017 | 200,271 | -374 | -0.19% |
| 2016 | 200,645 | -498 | -0.25% |
| 2015 | 201,143 | -376 | -0.19% |
| 2014 | 201,519 | -979 | -0.48% |
| 2013 | 202,498 | -1,493 | -0.73% |
| 2012 | 203,991 | -1,232 | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 205,223 | -360 | -0.18% |
| 2010 | 205,583 | 0 | 0% |
| 2000 | 201,568 | 14,462 | 7.73% |
| 1990 | 187,106 | 9,249 | 5.2% |
| 1980 | 177,857 | 44,471 | 33.34% |
| 1970 | 133,386 | -1,007 | -0.75% |
| 1960 | 134,393 | 27,868 | 26.16% |
| 1950 | 106,525 | 28,441 | 36.42% |
| 1940 | 78,084 | 12,005 | 18.17% |
| 1930 | 66,079 | 22,615 | 52.03% |
| 1920 | 43,464 | 5,328 | 13.97% |
| 1910 | 38,136 | 7,790 | 25.67% |
| 1900 | 30,346 | 8,463 | 38.67% |
| 1890 | 21,883 | 5,170 | 30.93% |
| 1880 | 16,713 | 6,125 | 57.85% |
| 1870 | 10,588 | 1,745 | 19.73% |
| 1860 | 8,843 | 115 | 1.32% |
| 1850 | 8,728 | 6,528 | 296.73% |
| 1840 | 2,200 | -183,579 | -98.82% |