Birmingham, AL Median Household Income By Race

In Birmingham, the demographic landscape is diverse, spanning 5 distinct racial categories among households. Among these, White households have the highest median household income at $61,340, while Black or African American households represent the opposite end with the lowest median household income of $34,374.
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Updated Jan 4, 2024

Median Household Income by Racial Categories in Birmingham, AL (2022)

This table presents the median household income across different racial categories in Birmingham, based on the latest 1-Year estimates from the American Community Survey.

Race Of The Head Of Household Median Household Income
White $61,340
Black or African American $34,374
Asian $35,637
Some Other Race $44,375
Two or More Races $50,674
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Avg Income Age group Avg Income Diversity Index Population Gender ratio (M:F) Homeownership % Avg commute time Custom Dataset: Birmingham Self-employed, multilingual, car-commuting, insured individuals 15 to 24 years $27,865 75 27,354 0.75 0.5% 55 min 25 to 44 years $44,231 90 37,459 0.86 19% 43 min 45 to 64 years $53,865 95 42,167 0.77 35% 15 min 65 to 74 years $51,800 74 32,972 0.91 45% 13 min 75 to 84 years $41,234 66 26,758 0.87 66% 42 min 85 years and over $36,093 56 18,857 0.89 76% 45 min

Birmingham, AL median household income diversity

Based on our analysis of the distribution of Birmingham population by race & ethnicity, the population is predominantly Black or African American. This particular racial category constitutes the majority, accounting for 68.73% of the total residents in Birmingham. Notably, the median household income for Black or African American households is $34,374.

Interestingly, despite the Black or African American population being the most populous, it is worth noting that White households actually reports the highest median household income, with a median income of $61,340. This reveals that, while Black or African Americans may be the most numerous in Birmingham, White households experience greater economic prosperity in terms of median household income.

For a better visual representation of these income disparities, take a look at the bar chart below. It illustrates the varying median household incomes across races, providing a clear comparison for each of the racial categories defined by the U.S. Census Bureau.

The bar chart shows Birmingham, AL median household income across all racial categories identified by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Birmingham, AL median household income diversity across racial categories: Gain insights into economic disparities and trends and explore the variations in median houshold income for diverse racial categories. Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 1-Year Estimates

In Birmingham, a diversity of median household incomes is evident among households of different races. The White households boast the highest median household income at about $61,340. Two or More Races households have a median income of approximately $50,674. Some Other Race households have a median income of approximately $44,375. Asian households have a median income of approximately $35,637. Conversely, Black or African American households reveal the lowest median income at $34,374. These disparities underscore the varied income distribution within the city of Birmingham.

Birmingham, AL median household income trends across races

A decade typically encompasses substantial economic changes. To conduct a comprehensive analysis of these changes in Birmingham, we have analysed how these changes have unfolded among the racial categories identified by the U.S. Census Bureau for the city of Birmingham.

Key stats for each racial category as per our analysis of U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey:

  • White: In Birmingham, the median household income for the households where the householder is White increased by $8,427(15.93%), between 2012 and 2022. The median household income, in 2022 inflation-adjusted dollars, was $52,913 in 2012 and $61,340 in 2022.
  • Black or African American: In Birmingham, the median household income for the households where the householder is Black or African American increased by $118(0.34%), between 2012 and 2022. The median household income, in 2022 inflation-adjusted dollars, was $34,256 in 2012 and $34,374 in 2022.
  • American Indian and Alaska Native: Even though there is a population where the householder is American Indian and Alaska Native, there was no median household income reported by the U.S. Census Bureau for both 2012 and 2022.
  • Asian: In Birmingham, the median household income for the households where the householder is Asian decreased by $16,172(31.21%), between 2012 and 2022. The median household income, in 2022 inflation-adjusted dollars, was $51,809 in 2012 and $35,637 in 2022.
  • Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander: Even though there is a population where the householder is Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander, there was no median household income reported by the U.S. Census Bureau for both 2012 and 2022.
  • Some other race: In Birmingham, there was no reported median household income for Some other race households in 2012. However, in 2022, the median household income increased to $44,375, marking a significant change.
  • Two or more races (multiracial): In Birmingham, the median household income for the households where the householder is multiracial decreased by $21,471(29.76%), between 2012 and 2022. The median household income, in 2022 inflation-adjusted dollars, was $72,145 in 2012 and $50,674 in 2022.
  • Above analysis reconfirms that there are 5 race households in Birmingham. Households are categorized based on the self-identified race of the head of household.
Line chart showing Birmingham, AL median household income trends for all racial categories identified by the U.S. Census Bureau. The chart illustrates income trends between 2012 and 2022, with incomes values adjusted for inflation using 2022 Consumer Price Index retroactive series using current methods. It provides insights into income disparities and variations across racial categories, aiding in data analysis and decision-making.
Birmingham, AL median household income trends across races (2012-2022, in 2022 inflation-adjusted dollars). Households with Some other race householders witnessed significant growth in median household income, marking an impressive increase of $44,375. On the other hand, households where householder is multiracial experienced a notable decline, with a decrease of $21,471 in median income. Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 1-Year Estimates

Birmingham median household income by race betwen 2012 and 2022

Explore the evolution of median household incomes over the past decade across various racial categories identified by the U.S. Census Bureau. This table showcases the annual income trends, from 2012 to 2022, providing insights into the economic shifts within diverse racial communities.

Race Of The Head Of Household 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022
White $52,259 $59,901 $52,913 $58,147 $56,608 $62,090 $62,596 $68,988 $71,770 $62,789 N/A $66,173 $61,340
Black or African American $35,593 $30,251 $34,256 $33,653 $33,136 $34,183 $38,696 $34,113 $33,871 $35,650 N/A $34,805 $34,374
American Indian and Alaska Native $53,942 N/A N/A $43,265 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A $18,138 N/A $57,118 N/A
Asian $52,957 $58,492 $51,809 $79,392 $62,788 $71,738 $111,290 $79,314 $58,790 $57,640 N/A $52,034 $35,637
Some Other Race $75,139 $50,453 N/A N/A N/A $43,295 N/A $41,470 $69,649 $65,104 N/A $46,953 $44,375
Two or More Races N/A $52,545 $72,145 N/A N/A $25,560 $13,325 $32,793 $59,478 $60,121 N/A $39,514 $50,674
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Key observations: Households with Some other race householders witnessed significant growth in median household income, marking an impressive increase of $44,375. On the other hand, households where householder is multiracial experienced a notable decline, with a decrease of $21,471 in median income.

Things to know

Which racial group has the highest median household income according to the Census Bureau in Birmingham, AL?

Among the racial categories identified by the U.S. Census Bureau, and the American Community Survey 2022 1-Year Estimates, households with White householders in Birmingham have the highest median household income at $61,340.

How does the median household income vary by race in Birmingham, AL?

In Birmingham, the median household income In Birmingham, a diversity of median household incomes is evident among households of different races. The White households boast the highest median household income at about $61,340. Two or More Races households have a median income of approximately $50,674. Some Other Race households have a median income of approximately $44,375. Asian households have a median income of approximately $35,637. Conversely, Black or African American households reveal the lowest median income at $34,374. These disparities underscore the varied income distribution within the city of Birmingham..

Which racial group has the lowest median household income according to the Census Bureau in Birmingham, AL?

Of the racial categories outlined by the U.S. Census Bureau and the American Community Survey 2022 1-Year Estimates, households headed by individuals identifying as Black or African American in Birmingham exhibit the lowest median household income at $34,374 among the identified racial categories.

What is the median household income for White households in Birmingham, AL?

In Birmingham, the median household income for the households where the householder is White increased by $8,427(15.93%), between 2012 and 2022. The median household income, in 2022 inflation-adjusted dollars, was $52,913 in 2012 and $61,340 in 2022.

What is the median household income for Black or African American households in Birmingham, AL?

In Birmingham, the median household income for the households where the householder is Black or African American increased by $118(0.34%), between 2012 and 2022. The median household income, in 2022 inflation-adjusted dollars, was $34,256 in 2012 and $34,374 in 2022.

References

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2023
Median Household Income by Racial Categories in Birmingham, AL (2022)
Last updated January 3, 2024
ACS
Free
Neilsberg
CSV, JSON
2017-2021
CC BY 4.0
About this dataset

Context

The dataset presents the median household income across different racial categories in Birmingham. It portrays the median household income of the head of household across racial categories (excluding ethnicity) as identified by the Census Bureau. The dataset can be utilized to gain insights into economic disparities and trends and explore the variations in median houshold income for diverse racial categories.

Key observations

Based on our analysis of the distribution of Birmingham population by race & ethnicity, the population is predominantly Black or African American. This particular racial category constitutes the majority, accounting for 68.73% of the total residents in Birmingham. Notably, the median household income for Black or African American households is $34,374. Interestingly, despite the Black or African American population being the most populous, it is worth noting that White households actually reports the highest median household income, with a median income of $61,340. This reveals that, while Black or African Americans may be the most numerous in Birmingham, White households experience greater economic prosperity in terms of median household income.

Content

When available, the data consists of estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 1-Year Estimates.

Racial categories include:

  • White
  • Black or African American
  • American Indian and Alaska Native
  • Asian
  • Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander
  • Some other race
  • Two or more races (multiracial)

Variables / Data Columns

  • Race of the head of household: This column presents the self-identified race of the household head, encompassing all relevant racial categories (excluding ethnicity) applicable in Birmingham.
  • Median household income: Median household income, adjusting for inflation, presented in 2022-inflation-adjusted dollars

Good to know

Margin of Error

Data in the dataset are based on the estimates and are subject to sampling variability and thus a margin of error. Neilsberg Research recommends using caution when presening these estimates in your research.

Custom data

If you do need custom data for any of your research project, report or presentation, you can contact our research staff at research@neilsberg.com for a feasibility of a custom tabulation on a fee-for-service basis.

Inspiration

Neilsberg Research Team curates, analyze and publishes demographics and economic data from a variety of public and proprietary sources, each of which often includes multiple surveys and programs. The large majority of Neilsberg Research aggregated datasets and insights is made available for free download at https://www.neilsberg.com/research/.

Recommended for further research

This dataset is a part of the main dataset for Birmingham median household income by race. You can refer the same here

Birmingham, AL median household income breakdown by race betwen 2012 and 2022
Last updated January 3, 2024
ACS
Free
Neilsberg
CSV, JSON
2017-2021
CC BY 4.0
About this dataset

Context

The dataset presents the median household incomes over the past decade across various racial categories identified by the U.S. Census Bureau in Birmingham. It portrays the median household income of the head of household across racial categories (excluding ethnicity) as identified by the Census Bureau. It also showcases the annual income trends, between 2012 and 2022, providing insights into the economic shifts within diverse racial communities.The dataset can be utilized to gain insights into income disparities and variations across racial categories, aiding in data analysis and decision-making..

Key observations

  • White: In Birmingham, the median household income for the households where the householder is White increased by $8,427(15.93%), between 2012 and 2022. The median household income, in 2022 inflation-adjusted dollars, was $52,913 in 2012 and $61,340 in 2022.
  • Black or African American: In Birmingham, the median household income for the households where the householder is Black or African American increased by $118(0.34%), between 2012 and 2022. The median household income, in 2022 inflation-adjusted dollars, was $34,256 in 2012 and $34,374 in 2022.
  • Refer to the research insights for more key observations on American Indian and Alaska Native, Asian, Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander, Some other race and Two or more races (multiracial) households
Content

When available, the data consists of estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 1-Year Estimates.

Racial categories include:

  • White
  • Black or African American
  • American Indian and Alaska Native
  • Asian
  • Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander
  • Some other race
  • Two or more races (multiracial)

Variables / Data Columns

  • Race of the head of household: This column presents the self-identified race of the household head, encompassing all relevant racial categories (excluding ethnicity) applicable in Birmingham.
  • 2010: 2010 median household income
  • 2011: 2011 median household income
  • 2012: 2012 median household income
  • 2013: 2013 median household income
  • 2014: 2014 median household income
  • 2015: 2015 median household income
  • 2016: 2016 median household income
  • 2017: 2017 median household income
  • 2018: 2018 median household income
  • 2019: 2019 median household income
  • 2020: 2020 median household income
  • 2021: 2021 median household income
  • 2022: 2022 median household income
  • Please note: 2020 1-Year ACS estimates data was not reported by Census Bureau due to impact on survey collection and analysis during COVID-19, thus for large cities (population 65,000 and above) median household income data is not available.
  • Please note: All incomes have been adjusted for inflation and are presented in 2022-inflation-adjusted dollars.

Good to know

Margin of Error

Data in the dataset are based on the estimates and are subject to sampling variability and thus a margin of error. Neilsberg Research recommends using caution when presening these estimates in your research.

Custom data

If you do need custom data for any of your research project, report or presentation, you can contact our research staff at research@neilsberg.com for a feasibility of a custom tabulation on a fee-for-service basis.

Inspiration

Neilsberg Research Team curates, analyze and publishes demographics and economic data from a variety of public and proprietary sources, each of which often includes multiple surveys and programs. The large majority of Neilsberg Research aggregated datasets and insights is made available for free download at https://www.neilsberg.com/research/.

Recommended for further research

This dataset is a part of the main dataset for Birmingham median household income by race. You can refer the same here

If you're looking for datasets from another year, please feel free to contact us at research@neilsberg.com and we'll be happy to assist you further.

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