Alabama State Data

Connect with Your State Leaders in Alabama

Meet the key players in Alabama's state government, including the most prominent elected officials from the executive and legislative branches. These leaders oversee elections, enforce laws, manage state finances, and set the policy agenda for Alabama.

Key executive branch officials

  • GovernorKay Ivey (R) - The state's chief executive who implements laws and manages the executive branch.
  • Secretary of StateWes Allen (R) - Oversees statewide elections, business registrations, and key public records.

Key legislative branch officials

  • Speaker of the HouseNathaniel Ledbetter (R) - Leads the lower chamber and controls the flow of legislation and committee assignments.

2020 Census Data Shown

Key statewide indicators for Alabama from the 2020 Census: population, median age, median household income, education attainment, poverty and uninsured rates, and broadband access.

Updated: 2025-09-25

Population in Alabama (2020): 5.1 million residents

What is the total population of Alabama?

Alabama has 5.1 million residents as of the 2020 Census. Explore district-level demographics or find your representatives.

Total Population

Estimated total residents based on the 2020 Census.

Median age in Alabama: 39.3 years

What is the median age in Alabama?

The median age in Alabama is 39.3 years. Compare districts on the demographics page.

Median Age

Half of residents are younger, half older than this age.

Median household income in Alabama: $62,027

What is the median household income in Alabama?

The median household income in Alabama is $62,027. See how income varies by district on district demographics.

Median Household Income

Midpoint of household income distribution (in dollars).

Education in Alabama: HS or higher 10.8%; bachelor's or higher 27.8%

What share of adults in Alabama have a high school or bachelor's degree?

In Alabama, 10.8% of adults have a high school diploma or higher, and 27.8% have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Education Levels

Share of adults 25+ with at least a high school diploma or a bachelor's degree.

Poverty and uninsured in Alabama: poverty 15.6%; uninsured 9.4%

What are the poverty and uninsured rates in Alabama?

In Alabama, the poverty rate is 15.6% and the uninsured rate is 9.4%.

Poverty & Uninsured

Percent of people below the federal poverty line and the share without health insurance.

Broadband in Alabama: 1,969,105 subscriptions

How many households in Alabama have broadband?

In Alabama, broadband access is 1,969,105 subscriptions. Number of broadband subscriptions reported.

Broadband

Number of broadband subscriptions reported.

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