Monroe County's 2026 population is estimated at 18,683, reflecting a -0.99% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Monroe County is the 46th largest county in Alabama. The 2010 population was 23,004 and has grown -18.78% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 44.2 years
Female: 45.9 years
Male: 41.3 years
There are 15,287 adults, (4,194 of whom are seniors) in Monroe County.
Female: 10,100 (52.1%)
Male: 9,288 (47.9%)
The racial composition of Monroe County includes 53.59% White, 41.92% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for Two or more races, Native American, Asian, other race, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 10,390 | 53.59% |
| Black or African American | 8,127 | 41.92% |
| Two or more races | 558 | 2.88% |
| Native American | 169 | 0.87% |
| Asian | 73 | 0.38% |
| Other race | 45 | 0.23% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 26 | 0.13% |
Monroe County 's average per capita income is $39,849. Household income levels show a median of $42,292. The poverty rate stands at 20.09%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $77,384 | - |
| Families | $62,325 | $75,313 |
| Households | $42,292 | $58,409 |
| Non Families | $23,630 | $30,520 |
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