Madison, Alabama

City Profile — Demographics, Income, Education & Housing
Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 5-Year Estimates
56,967
Population
$118,132
Median Income
$327,100
Home Value
39.1
Median Age

Demographics

Madison has a population of 56,967 with a median age of 39.1. Here is the racial and ethnic breakdown of the population:

White
71.2%
Black
14.8%
Asian
7.3%
Hispanic
6.5%
Demographic Value
Total Population56,967
Median Age39.1
White71.2%
Black or African American14.8%
Asian7.3%
Hispanic or Latino6.5%

Income & Economy

The median household income in Madison is $118,132, which is 57.2% above the national median of $75,149. The per capita income is $51,788. The poverty rate is 4.5%.

$118,132
Median Household Income
$51,788
Per Capita Income
4.5%
Poverty Rate

Employment

The unemployment rate in Madison is 3.0%, compared to the national rate of 5.4%.

Education

In Madison, 97.2% of residents age 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 64.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29.5% with a graduate or professional degree).

HS Diploma+
97.2%
Bachelor's+
64.2%
Graduate+
29.5%
Education Level % of Adults (25+)
High School Diploma or Higher97.2%
Bachelor's Degree or Higher64.2%
Graduate or Professional Degree29.5%

Housing

The median home value in Madison is $327,100, above the national median of $281,900. The median monthly rent is $1,201. The homeownership rate is 74.8%.

$327,100
Median Home Value
$1,201/mo
Median Rent
74.8%
Homeownership Rate
Housing Metric Value
Median Home Value$327,100
Median Monthly Rent$1,201
Homeownership Rate74.8%
Vacancy Rate3.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Madison, Alabama?
The population of Madison, Alabama is 56,967 according to U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Madison, Alabama?
The median household income in Madison, Alabama is $118,132. This is 57.2% above the national median of $75,149.
What is the median home value in Madison, Alabama?
The median home value in Madison, Alabama is $327,100. The median monthly rent is $1,201.
What percentage of people in Madison have a college degree?
In Madison, Alabama, 64.2% of adults age 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 97.2% have a high school diploma or higher.
Is Madison, Alabama an affordable place to live?
The home price-to-income ratio in Madison, Alabama is 2.8x (median home value $327,100 vs. median income $118,132), making it relatively affordable by that measure. A ratio under 4.0 is generally considered affordable.

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