County profile · Alabama
Monroe County, AL market data
Population, household spending and competition for 56 business types in Monroe County, each scored against other counties.
- Population, 2025
- 18,965
- −3.8% since 2020
- Households
- 7,363
- Median household income
- $42,292
- +38.9% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Median home value
- $120,600
- Jobs located here
- 5,784
- Highest market score
- 69
- Insurance agencies, #492 of 2,272 scored counties
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What this means
An estimated 18,965 people live in Monroe County, in 7,363 households. Population estimates show Monroe County declined 3.8% from 2020 to 2025, against +3.1% for the U.S. The median household income in Monroe County is $42,292 a year, 48% below the U.S. median of $80,734. That rose 38.9% from the 2015–2019 survey, before inflation.
Set against the U.S., households in Monroe County spend the most on vehicle insurance (an index of 128, where 100 is the U.S. average) and the least on memberships, classes and admissions (45).
The highest Groundwork market scores in Monroe County are for insurance agencies (69), home repair companies (54) and real estate businesses (53). Monroe County ranks #492 of 2,272 scored counties for insurance agencies.
For its number of households, Monroe County has the most map listings, relative to the U.S., for convenience stores (twice the U.S. rate) and the fewest for medical and dental practices (60% below the U.S. rate).
All 56 business types in Monroe County
Highest Groundwork market score first. Each score compares Monroe County with other counties for that business type, from 0 to 100. Spending per listing divides a whole spending line (all vehicle repairs, all eating out) by one type’s listings: the demand for each competitor, not a business’s revenue. Compare it across markets with its index, where 100 is the U.S. figure for the same type; the real estate types, whose line is all housing costs, show the index only. How the score works.
| Business type | Score | Rank among counties | Listings | Per 10k households | Spending per listing | Spending per listing vs. U.S. (100) | Official establishments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Insurance agencies | 69 | #492 of 2,272 | 7 | 9.5 | $2.6M | 209 | 4 |
| Home repair trades | 54 | #818 of 2,057 | 5 | 6.8 | $3.2M | 133 | 5 |
| Real estate | 53 | #901 of 2,229 | 9 | 12.2 | Index only | 233 | 3 |
| Doctors, dentists and clinics | 47 | #1,314 of 2,394 | 25 | 34.0 | $260K | 171 | 8 |
| Real estate agents and brokers | 46 | #1,262 of 2,176 | 9 | 12.2 | Index only | 185 | 3 |
| Auto repair and car care | 45 | #1,417 of 2,401 | 24 | 32.6 | $266K | 99 | 7 |
| Auto repair shops | 41 | #1,602 of 2,378 | 16 | 21.7 | $399K | 90 | 4 |
| Coffee shops and cafes | 39 | #1,416 of 2,063 | 5 | 6.8 | $4.2M | 114 | 3 |
| Restaurants and cafes | 38 | #1,680 of 2,405 | 51 | 69.3 | $412K | 111 | 27 |
| Gas stations | 36 | #1,734 of 2,358 | 10 | 13.6 | $2.2M | 90 | 14 |
| Primary care and pediatrics | 35 | #1,274 of 1,656 | 5 | 6.8 | $1.3M | 73 | 3 |
| Sit-down restaurants | 35 | #1,826 of 2,405 | 32 | 43.5 | $657K | 99 | 9 |
| Dentists and orthodontists | 29 | #1,653 of 1,886 | 5 | 6.8 | $1.3M | 132 | Under 3 |
| Fast food and sandwich shops | 28 | #1,887 of 2,222 | 8 | 10.9 | $2.6M | 86 | 14 |
| Hair salons | 22 | #2,178 of 2,339 | 12 | 16.3 | $423K | 98 | Under 3 |
| Grocery and convenience stores | 18 | #2,248 of 2,402 | 22 | 29.9 | $1.7M | 51 | 5 |
| Funeral homes | 16 | #1,439 of 1,472 | 8 | 10.9 | $145K | 21 | 4 |
| Pet businesses | 16 | #2,152 of 2,200 | 9 | 12.2 | $543K | 62 | Under 3 |
| Grocery stores | 13 | #1,980 of 2,070 | 8 | 10.9 | $4.7M | 51 | 4 |
| Salons, barbers and spas | 11 | #2,366 of 2,385 | 27 | 36.7 | $188K | 88 | Under 3 |
| Spas and skin care | 9 | #1,759 of 1,769 | 7 | 9.5 | $726K | 83 | Under 3 |
| Convenience stores | 8 | #2,213 of 2,261 | 12 | 16.3 | $3.1M | 40 | Under 3 |
| Nail salons | 5 | #1,317 of 1,328 | 5 | 6.8 | $1M | 61 | Under 3 |
| Clothing and shoe stores | 3 | #2,087 of 2,087 | 24 | 32.6 | $457K | 36 | Under 3 |
| Clothing, shoes and laundry | 3 | #2,209 of 2,210 | 28 | 38.0 | $391K | 44 | Under 3 |
| Lawn, cleaning and pest control | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 5.4 | $2.1M | 128 | 7 |
| Physical therapy | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 5.4 | $1.6M | 68 | 5 |
| Veterinarians | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 5.4 | $1.2M | 45 | Under 3 |
| Bakeries and dessert shops | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 4.1 | $7M | 169 | 3 |
| Barbershops | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 4.1 | $1.7M | 90 | Under 3 |
| Gyms, studios and classes | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 4.1 | $1.1M | 163 | Under 3 |
| Pest control | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 4.1 | $2.9M | 28 | Under 3 |
| Pizza | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 4.1 | $7M | 138 | 14 |
| Tire shops | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 4.1 | $2.1M | 85 | Under 3 |
| Chiropractors | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.7 | $3.3M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Electricians | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.7 | $8.1M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Gyms | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.7 | $1.6M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Optometrists and eye care | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.7 | $3.3M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Roofing and gutters | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.7 | $8.1M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Car washes and detailing | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.4 | $6.4M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Child care and preschools | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.4 | $2.1M | Too few | 3 |
| House cleaning | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.4 | $8.6M | Too few | 4 |
| HVAC and plumbing | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.4 | $16.1M | Too few | 5 |
| Laundromats | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.4 | $11M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Martial arts and dance studios | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.4 | $3.2M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Oil change and quick lube | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.4 | $6.4M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Pet grooming and boarding | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.4 | $4.9M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Pet stores | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.4 | $4.9M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Collision repair and body shops | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | 4 |
| Dry cleaners | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Home inspectors | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Landscaping and lawn care | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | 3 |
| Mortgage brokers and lenders | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Property management | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Urgent care and walk-in clinics | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Yoga, Pilates and fitness studios | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
Household spending in Monroe County
What households here spend in a year on each line, in total and per household, with the index against the U.S. average (100).
| Spending line | A year, all households | Per household | Index vs. U.S. (100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle maintenance and repairs | $6.4M | $868 | 91 |
| Gasoline and other fuels | $21.5M | $2,924 | 113 |
| Food away from home | $21M | $2,856 | 70 |
| Groceries | $37.7M | $5,123 | 81 |
| Personal care products and services | $5.1M | $690 | 69 |
| Child care and other personal services | $2.1M | $289 | 50 |
| Memberships, classes and admissions | $3.2M | $440 | 45 |
| Medical and dental services | $6.5M | $883 | 69 |
| Pets | $4.9M | $664 | 73 |
| Clothing, shoes and related services | $11M | $1,488 | 72 |
| Vehicle insurance | $18.4M | $2,501 | 128 |
| Home repairs, maintenance and insurance | $16.1M | $2,188 | 72 |
| Lawn care, cleaning and other household services | $8.6M | $1,166 | 82 |
| Rent and homeowner costs | $91M | $12,357 | 74 |
Household spending is estimated from the incomes of the households in each neighborhood, using what households at each income spent nationally in 2024, adjusted for the region. It counts what residents spend, wherever they spend it.
Population and households in Monroe County
- Population, 2025 estimate
- 18,965−3.8% since 2020
- Households
- 7,363
- Median age
- 44.6
- Homes lived in by their owners
- 72%
- Vehicles per household
- 1.9
- Land area
- 1,026 sq. mi.
- People per square mile
- 19
- Median household income
- $42,292+38.9% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Average household income
- $58,409
- Median home value
- $120,600
- Jobs located here
- 5,784
- Daytime population
- 17,349Residents who don’t work, plus everyone whose job is here
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Questions
How fast is Monroe County, AL growing?
Population estimates put Monroe County at 18,965 people in 2025, down 3.8% since 2020, against +3.1% for the U.S. It has 7,363 households. Against the 2015–2019 survey, median household income rose 38.9%, before inflation.
How much do households in Monroe County, AL spend?
Households in Monroe County spend about $91M a year on rent and homeowner costs, $37.7M on groceries and $21.5M on gasoline and other fuels. Relative to the U.S., household spending in Monroe County runs highest on vehicle insurance (an index of 128, where 100 is the U.S. average) and lowest on memberships, classes and admissions (45).
Which business types have the highest market scores in Monroe County, AL?
Of the business types scored in Monroe County, insurance agencies (69), home repair companies (54) and real estate businesses (53) have the highest Groundwork market scores. For insurance agencies, that ranks #492 of 2,272 scored counties.
How does Monroe County, AL compare with the U.S.?
Median household income in Monroe County is $42,292, 48% below the U.S. median of $80,734. The population fell 3.8% from 2020 to 2025, against +3.1% for the U.S. The median home value is $120,600, against $332,700 for the U.S. Against the U.S., map listings per household run highest for convenience stores (twice the U.S. rate) and lowest for medical and dental practices (60% below the U.S. rate).
What is the Groundwork market score?
The Groundwork market score runs from 0 to 100 and compares a market with others of its kind for one business type: states with states, metro areas with metro areas, small-town markets and counties with their own. It weighs household spending per competitor (35%), households per business with payroll (25%), population growth (20%) and spending power (20%), each ranked against those peers. A higher score means that, taken together, the market has more household spending and more households for each business already there, faster population growth and more spending per household than similar markets. It describes a market, not any one site or deal. 25 of the 56 business types have a score in Monroe County, each ranked against other counties.
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