Alabama has a growing, diverse population with distinct cultural roots.
| Demographic Category | Estimate / Distribution | | :--- | :--- | | **Total Population** | ~5.1 million | | **White (Non-Hispanic)** | ~65% | | **Black or African American** | ~26.8% | | **Hispanic or Latino** | ~4.8% | | **Asian** | ~1.5% | | **Two or More Races** | ~2% | | **Median Age** | 39.3 years | | **Major Religion** | Evangelical Protestant (approx. 49%) | | **Primary Language** | English (Spanish growing in urban/agricultural areas) |