Butler County's 2026 population is estimated at 18,054, reflecting a -0.56% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Butler County is the 49th largest county in Alabama. The 2010 population was 20,933 and has grown -13.75% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 42.7 years
Female: 43.8 years
Male: 40.9 years
There are 14,518 adults, (4,101 of whom are seniors) in Butler County.
Female: 9,983 (53.6%)
Male: 8,647 (46.4%)
The racial composition of Butler County includes 50.82% White, 44.7% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for Two or more races, Asian, other race, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 9,468 | 50.82% |
| Black or African American | 8,327 | 44.7% |
| Two or more races | 413 | 2.22% |
| Asian | 248 | 1.33% |
| Other race | 89 | 0.48% |
| Native American | 85 | 0.46% |
Butler County 's average per capita income is $39,275. Household income levels show a median of $44,755. The poverty rate stands at 22.41%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $80,424 | - |
| Families | $62,875 | $86,169 |
| Households | $44,755 | $68,109 |
| Non Families | $27,773 | $39,265 |
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