-
Baldwin County, AL, exhibits a robust population growth rate of 2.8% over the past year, significantly outpacing the state average of 0.6%. With a 13-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.39%, it ranks among the fastest-growing counties in Alabama. The median age of 43.7 is higher than the state median of 39.3, indicating an aging population, with 21.2% of residents over 65. Baldwin's age dependency ratio of 73.6 is also elevated, suggesting a higher proportion of dependents compared to the working-age population, which may impact local economic dynamics.