Douglas, AL is a small town located in Covington County with a population of 1,007 and a population density of 229.08 people per square mile. The small town has a few local businesses that help make up the Douglas economy. The most well known being the Douglas General Store, which serves as the main hub for goods and services in the area. There are also other outlets such as a gas station, hardware store, pharmacy and local restaurants catering to the community’s needs.
Douglas offers residents year-round outdoor activities surrounded by nature. Adventure seekers can explore trails at Coldwater Mountain Bike Park or visit Conecuh National Forest where they can enjoy fishing, kayaking and camping. Residents also have access to golf courses in nearby communities such as Andalusia, Evergreen and Opp.
Demographic organizations in the area include churches such as Douglas Missionary Baptist Church and Saint Mary’s Catholic Church, an NAACP chapter (Covington County Chapter) that works to bring justice to all people regardless of race or class and several volunteer fire departments that work hard to keep everyone safe from harm's way . Local sporting events held throughout the year include youth sports programs sponsored by Douglas Parks & Recreation Department like baseball, softball, tee ball and soccer leagues for both boys and girls ages 4-18.
The population in Douglas is 1,007. There are 296 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Douglas is 28.3, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Douglas is 3.2, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Douglas
- 48.6% are married
- 12.7% are divorced
- 32.9% are married with children
- 35.3% have children, but are single
Race in Douglas
- 92.6% are White
- 0.0% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 7.4% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.0% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander