Walker County's 2026 population is estimated at 66,090, reflecting a 0.63% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Walker County is the 21st largest county in Alabama. The 2010 population was 66,995 and has grown -1.35% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 40.6 years
Female: 42.4 years
Male: 39.3 years
There are 49,972 adults, (12,743 of whom are seniors) in Walker County.
Female: 33,142 (51.1%)
Male: 31,699 (48.9%)
The racial composition of Walker County includes 86.92% White, 6.29% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for other race, Asian, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 56,363 | 86.92% |
| Black or African American | 4,076 | 6.29% |
| Two or more races | 2,533 | 3.91% |
| Other race | 1,493 | 2.3% |
| Asian | 299 | 0.46% |
| Native American | 77 | 0.12% |
Walker County 's average per capita income is $45,459. Household income levels show a median of $56,509. The poverty rate stands at 18.46%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $87,085 | $99,310 |
| Families | $72,343 | $86,159 |
| Households | $56,509 | $70,976 |
| Non Families | $26,229 | $37,478 |
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