Macon, AL County is a rural community located in the Southern part of the state of Alabama. With a population of 19,490 and a population density of 29.39 people per square mile, this area is significantly less populated than the US overall with a population density of 93.29 people per square mile. The area has plenty of local businesses to explore such as Gonsoulin Family Farms, an organic farm that offers fresh produce year-round, or Moore Outdoors, which provides outdoor supplies and services for hunters and fishers alike. There are also several local organizations in Macon including Macon County Historical Society and Macon County Chamber of Commerce which are great resources for learning more about the culture and history of the region. Lastly, Macon supports many sporting events throughout the year including amateur soccer tournaments at Selwood Park or adult softball leagues at Tate Field.
The population in Macon County is 19,490. There are 32 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Macon County is 39.3, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Macon County is 2.3, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Macon County
- 34.3% are married
- 9.9% are divorced
- 17.6% are married with children
- 28.6% have children, but are single
Race in Macon County
- 15.5% are White
- 81.5% are Black
- 0.2% are Asian
- 0.2% are Native American
- 0.3% claim Other
- 1.6% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.7% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander