Houston County's 2026 population is estimated at 110,986, reflecting a 0.74% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Houston County is the 12th largest county in Alabama. The 2010 population was 101,800 and has grown 9.02% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 40.3 years
Female: 41.9 years
Male: 39 years
There are 83,367 adults, (20,206 of whom are seniors) in Houston County.
Female: 56,172 (51.9%)
Male: 51,968 (48.1%)
The racial composition of Houston County includes 64.59% White, 27.23% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for other race, Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 69,848 | 64.59% |
| Black or African American | 29,442 | 27.23% |
| Two or more races | 5,813 | 5.38% |
| Other race | 1,532 | 1.42% |
| Asian | 1,157 | 1.07% |
| Native American | 303 | 0.28% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 45 | 0.04% |
Houston County 's average per capita income is $42,091. Household income levels show a median of $58,626. The poverty rate stands at 17.51%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $95,588 | $121,912 |
| Families | $76,243 | $99,403 |
| Households | $58,626 | $81,747 |
| Non Families | $33,799 | $46,831 |
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