Hoover, AL Population Statistics: Density Map Data
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Area Snapshot Statistics
Key statistics on population, economy, housing, and commuting compared to state and national averages. Explore interactive maps for deeper analysis.
Population
| Metric | Hoover | Alabama Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 71,277 | 5,021,982 | 334,821,731 |
| Population density (per sq mi) | 1406.7 | 95.9 | 85.8 |
| Population growth (%/yr) | 1.35% | 0.60% | 0.57% |
| Median age | 35.4 | 37.9 | 37.1 |
| Households | 30,151 | 1,968,535 | 128,459,983 |
Population in Hoover grew by 29.3% from 2009 to 2023, reaching 74,034 in 2023.
Population Growth 2009–2023
Race & Ethnicity
Economy
Hoover has a the economy index of B, which means it is quite prosperous.
| Metric | Hoover | Alabama Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $96,628 | $62,318 | $78,145 |
| Income growth (%/yr) | 4.26% | 4.84% | 5.07% |
| Unemployment rate | 3.8% | 4.8% | 5.2% |
The median household income in Hoover is about 55% higher than in Alabama.
Housing
| Metric | Hoover | Alabama Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home price | $270,806 | $158,589 | $242,182 |
| Median rent | $1,383 | $962 | $1,342 |
| Homeownership rate | 66.6% | 69.9% | 65.1% |
The median home price in Hoover is about 16.3 years' worth of rent — buying at the median price costs roughly as much as paying the median rent of $1,383 per month for that long.
Commute Time & Mobility
Commuters in Hoover spend about 45 minutes on the road round trip each working day. Over a typical 250-day work year, that adds up to roughly 187 hours, about 7.8 full days, spent commuting.
| Metric | Hoover | Alabama Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| One-way commute (min) | 22.5 | 22.0 | 22.5 |
| Round-trip commute (min) | 45.0 | 44.1 | 44.9 |
| Yearly time spent (hours) | 187 | 184 | 187 |
| Estimated yearly cost | $5,806 | $5,691 | $5,803 |
| Work from home | 13.7% | 7.8% | 13.4% |
| Highway traffic (vehicles/day) | 24,333 | 8,636 | 8,813 |
| Local road traffic (vehicles/day) | 4,450 | 1,193 | 1,355 |
The average commute time in Hoover is about the same as in Alabama.
Estimated yearly cost applies a single national wage rule of thumb (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics average hourly earnings), not a measurement of wages in this area. Traffic volume figures come from proprietary Ticon and TrafficZoom data.
Education & Households
Hoover has a education index of A+, which means it is exceptionally educated.
| Metric | Hoover | Alabama Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 55.9% | 24.9% | 31.6% |
| Average household size | 2.44 | 2.50 | 2.54 |
Health
Hoover has a health index of A, which means it is very healthy.
| Metric | Hoover | Alabama Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life expectancy (years) | 80.1 | 74.7 | 78.3 |
| Self-rated poor health | 11.4% | 23.4% | 16.3% |
| Smokers | 11.6% | 22.1% | 19.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hoover, Alabama.
What is the population of Hoover, Alabama?
The population of Hoover, Alabama is 71,277, compared to the U.S. total of 334,821,731.
What is the population density of Hoover, Alabama?
The population density of Hoover, Alabama is 1406.7 people per square mile, compared to the U.S. average of 85.8 people per square mile.
What is the median household income in Hoover, Alabama?
The median household income in Hoover, Alabama is $96,628, compared to the U.S. median of $78,145.
What is the median home price in Hoover, Alabama?
The median home price in Hoover, Alabama is $270,806, compared to the U.S. median of $242,182.
What is the unemployment rate in Hoover, Alabama?
The unemployment rate in Hoover, Alabama is 3.8%, compared to the U.S. average of 5.2%.