Russell, AL County is a vibrant and diverse area with a population of 58,695 and the population density of 90.83 people per square mile. This rural community offers a variety of year-round outdoor activities, including camping, fishing, hiking, and biking along the Lake Martin trails. Local businesses include Russell Country Store, which is known for its homemade jams and jellies; Johnson's BBQ; and Wallace Hardware & Farm Supply for all your agricultural needs. The county also has several demographic organizations such as the Russell County Historical Society and the Russell County Youth Commission that focus on preserving the area’s history. For sports fans, there are plenty of local sporting events to enjoy such as football games at Seale Park or golf tournaments at Emerald Mountain Golf Course.
The population in Russell County is 58,695. There are 92 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Russell County is 37.1, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Russell County is 2.6, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Russell County
- 50.4% are married
- 13.1% are divorced
- 26.7% are married with children
- 26.5% have children, but are single
Race in Russell County
- 47.8% are White
- 42.4% are Black
- 0.7% are Asian
- 0.4% are Native American
- 0.1% claim Other
- 5.2% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 3.3% Two or more races
- 0.2% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander