Population & Household section gives reader an outlook. of general population profile, structure, and outlook.
Population Trend
Total Population
12196
Sex Ratio
84.5 %
Population Growth (2021-2022)
-2.3 %
Population CAGR (2010-2022)
-1.07 %
Population Growth Rate (%)
Source: Census.gov
Age Structure
Sumter County, AL is experiencing significant demographic challenges, with a negative population growth rate of -2.3% over the past year and a 13-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of -1.07%. The median age is relatively low at 35.8 years, but the sex ratio is notably imbalanced at 84.5 males for every 100 females, indicating potential social issues. Compared to the state of Alabama, which has a population growth rate of 0.6% and a median age of 39.3 years, Sumter County's trends suggest a declining population and an aging demographic, highlighting a need for targeted economic and social interventions.
Dependency Rate
60 %
Median Age
35.8 y.o.
% of Population > 65 y.o.
18.6 %
Active Aging Index
115.1 %
Old Dependency Rate
29.8 %
Young Dependency Rate
30.2 %
Age Structure (%)
Source: Census.gov
Population Structure
Source: Census.gov
Household Status
Total Households
4798
Married-couple Household
1636
Household CAGR (2010-2022)
-0.26 %
Household Growth (2021-2022)
-0.21 %
Average Household Size
2.26 p
Average Family Size
2.86 p
Household with Children (%)
24 %
Household with Elder 65+ (%)
35.7 %
Household Size
Source: Census.gov
Household Structure
Source: Census.gov
Marriage
Never Married
45.7 %
Now Married
37.4 %
Widowed
7.5 %
Divorced
9.4 %
Marriage Status
Source: Census.gov
Marriage Status Breakdown
Source: Census.gov | S1201
Cultures
*Culture section contains several components: races, education, marriage and other factors.