Barbour County's 2026 population is estimated at 23,786, reflecting a -1.19% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Barbour County is the 42nd largest county in Alabama. The 2010 population was 27,325 and has grown -12.95% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 40.8 years
Female: 43.6 years
Male: 39.9 years
There are 19,531 adults, (4,955 of whom are seniors) in Barbour County.
Female: 11,715 (47.5%)
Male: 12,928 (52.5%)
The racial composition of Barbour County includes 46.35% Black or African American, 44.04% White, 5.31% other race, and smaller percentages for Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 11,423 | 46.35% |
| White | 10,852 | 44.04% |
| Other race | 1,308 | 5.31% |
| Two or more races | 868 | 3.52% |
| Asian | 145 | 0.59% |
| Native American | 39 | 0.16% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 8 | 0.03% |
Barbour County 's average per capita income is $35,453. Household income levels show a median of $46,042. The poverty rate stands at 21.38%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $81,791 | - |
| Families | $66,278 | $79,604 |
| Households | $46,042 | $66,126 |
| Non Families | $23,853 | $39,252 |
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