Montgomery, AL Metro Area

Montgomery, AL · Metro Area

386,024Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 4 counties (3 central, 1 outlying), part of the Montgomery-Selma, AL combined area. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income: $64,010
Median home value: $191,900
Land area: 2,719 sq mi

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Counties in this metro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

County	Role	Population	Median income	Median home value
Montgomery County, AL	Central	226,718	$59,386	$171,900
Elmore County, AL	Central	89,526	$78,243	$223,900
Autauga County, AL	Central	59,947	$72,481	$207,200
Lowndes County, AL	Outlying	9,833	$37,052	$86,300

Largest cities and towns

25 places in our city pages lie in this area.

Place	Type	Population	Median income
Montgomery, AL	City	197,494	$56,811
Prattville, AL	City	39,482	$81,337
Millbrook, AL	City	17,189	$70,313
Pike Road, AL	Town	10,574	$117,091
Wetumpka, AL	City	7,437	$57,763
Holtville, AL	CDP	5,158	$76,652
Tallassee, AL	City	5,134	$66,752
Redland, AL	CDP	4,982	$130,278
Pine Level, AL	CDP	4,170	$93,134
Emerald Mountain, AL	CDP	3,535	$123,347
Deatsville, AL	Town	2,097	$123,977
Marbury, AL	CDP	1,570	$83,558
Fort Deposit, AL	Town	1,525	$21,563
Elmore, AL	Town	1,517	$48,696
Blue Ridge, AL	CDP	1,190	$128,482
Eclectic, AL	Town	1,141	$49,904
Coosada, AL	Town	1,105	$61,815
White Hall, AL	Town	875	$34,375
Mosses, AL	Town	836	$26,568
Autaugaville, AL	Town	809	$49,643
Hayneville, AL	Town	716	$37,723
Gordonville, AL	Town	275	$41,528
Billingsley, AL	Town	115	$44,479
Lowndesboro, AL	Town	70	$65,000
Benton, AL	Town	32	$46,750

Also in the Montgomery-Selma, AL combined area

Selma, AL · micro · 36,858

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate

16.6%

Unemployment

5.1%

College Educated

30.9%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income

$64,010

Mean Household Income

$88,716

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male

47.7%

Female

52.3%

Population Split

Male47.7%

Female52.3%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

English9.2%

Irish5.9%

German5.1%

Mexican2.6%

Scottish1.5%

Italian1.2%

African1.2%

French0.9%

Polish0.5%

Reported ancestry groups representing the cultural heritage of the population. Percentages may not sum to 100% as residents may report multiple ancestries or none.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

4.2%Foreign Born

95.8%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized36.8%

Non-Citizen63.2%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later48.0%

Before 201052.0%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

173,330

Median Rent

$1,095/mo

Median Home Value

$191,900

Median Year Built

1985

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

92,779

College Enrollment

17.9%

High School

21.7%

College Educated

30.9%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

24.3 min

Drive Alone Rate

81.9%

Public Transit

0.2%

Work From Home

7.6%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18

23.4%

18-34 Years

22.6%

35-64 Years

37.6%

65+ Years

16.4%

Population Composition

Under 1823.4%

18-3422.6%

35-6437.6%

65+16.4%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples

40.7%

Single Parent

10.2%

Living Alone

31.6%

Avg Size

2.46

Household Types

Married Couples40.7%

Single Parent10.2%

Living Alone31.6%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income

$35,896

SNAP Usage

16.7%

Health Insurance

90.8%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k19.6%

$25k - $50k20.1%

$50k - $100k30.6%

$100k+29.8%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

13.0%

Retail Trade

11.1%

Education & Health Care

21.4%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

16.3%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

90.8%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet

90.5%vs ~90% National Avg

Computer Ownership

95.1%vs ~95% National Avg

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better

89.7

0130

Below average< 97

Near average97 - 103

Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better

172.0

0200

Hard to Afford< 80

Moderate80 - 100

Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)

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