Marengo County, AL is a rural county located in the Alabama Black Belt region. With a population of 19,397 and a population density of 19.18 people per square mile, Marengo County offers residents a peaceful atmosphere with lots to do. Businesses such as Ramer's Auto Parts and B&R Hardware Supply provide goods and services to the community. Year-round outdoor activities include hunting, camping, fishing, hiking, and birding at Marbury Wildlife Management Area or Lowndes State Park. Local organizations like the United Way of West Alabama serve those in need, while youth sports organizations like Marengo County Youth Football League give kids an opportunity to get active in their communities. Lastly, local events such as the Annual Alabama Championship Barbecue Cook-Off attract people from far and wide with its delicious food and fun atmosphere.
The population in Marengo County is 19,397. There are 20 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Marengo County is 41.7, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Marengo County is 2.4, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Marengo County
- 41.5% are married
- 11.0% are divorced
- 26.2% are married with children
- 24.0% have children, but are single
Race in Marengo County
- 45.1% are White
- 54.1% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.1% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 0.4% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.2% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander