Demographics in Birmingham, AL

Population, age, race, ethnicity, and household statistics — 2023 ACS Data

Where is Birmingham?

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Population

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Total Population

199,322

Male

94,050

47.2%

Female

105,272

52.8%

Median Age

35.9

Age Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)
White
25.6%
Black
67.1%
Hispanic
4.9%
Asian
1.4%
Two or More
3.4%
Other
2.3%

Education & Household

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Bachelor's or Higher

21.2%

High School or Higher

40.7%

Foreign Born

4.4%

Veterans

4.6%

Married

25.6%

Avg Household Size

2.1

Marital Status by Age

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Birmingham, AL has a population of 199,322 with a median age of 35.9. The racial makeup is 25.6% White, 4.9% Hispanic, 67.1% Black, 1.4% Asian. About 21.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The foreign-born population is 4.4%.