Perry County's 2026 population is estimated at 7,613, reflecting a -0.69% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Perry County is the 66th largest county in Alabama. The 2010 population was 10,564 and has grown -27.93% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 41.1 years
Female: 44.1 years
Male: 39.5 years
There are 6,322 adults, (1,736 of whom are seniors) in Perry County.
Female: 4,430 (55.2%)
Male: 3,601 (44.8%)
The racial composition of Perry County includes 71.22% Black or African American, 27.84% White, and smaller percentages for Two or more races, other race, Asian and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 5,720 | 71.22% |
| White | 2,236 | 27.84% |
| Two or more races | 58 | 0.72% |
| Other race | 12 | 0.15% |
| Asian | 5 | 0.06% |
Perry County 's average per capita income is $29,436. Household income levels show a median of $37,654. The poverty rate stands at 31.36%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $49,198 | - |
| Families | $39,345 | $49,892 |
| Households | $37,654 | $44,719 |
| Non Families | $20,545 | $28,906 |
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