Pickens County, Alabama, AL
Alabama · Presidential Elections 1876–2024
R+23.3
2024 Margin
R+7.0%
2020→2024 Swing
R since 2000
Voting Streak
19K
Population
Pickens County, Alabama voted R+23.3 for Donald Trump in 2024, with Trump receiving 5,465 votes (61.32%). This represented a R+7.0% swing toward Republicans compared to 2020. The county has voted Republican in every presidential election since 2000.
Quick Stats
2024 ResultR+23.3
2020→2024 SwingR+7.0%
Voting StreakR since 2000
Elections on Record38
Demographics
Population19,123
Median Age
42.9(US: 38.4)
College (BA+)
13.7%(US: 34.6%)
Median Income
$45,339(US: $78k)
White (non-Hisp)
53.2%(US: 57.5%)
Hispanic
5.8%(US: 18.6%)
Black
39.2%(US: 12.3%)
Homeownership
75.4%(US: 64.2%)
Poverty Rate
22.6%(US: 12.4%)
Veterans
6.8%(US: 6.4%)
Non-English (CVAP)
1.8%(US: 17.1%)
Community Profile
Religious Composition
Source: Religion Census 2020EvangelicalStrongly R
48.6%(+32.1 vs US)
Black ProtestantStrongly D
12.5%(+10.3 vs US)
Mainline ProtestantSuburban swing
6.1%(+0.9 vs US)
CatholicSwing vote
0.6%(-18.1 vs US)
Age Distribution
Median:42.9 yrs(US: 38.5)
Under 18Future voters
19.3%↓
18-29Lean D, low turnout
8.4%↓
30-44Swing voters
18.5%
45-64Lean R, high turnout
34.3%↑
65+Lean R, highest turnout
19.5%↑
National average
Employment by Industry
Source: Census ACSManufacturingVery high
23.9%ConstructionAbove avg
9.3%Retail Trade
9.2%EducationBelow avg
5.0%HealthcareVery low
4.5%Professional ServicesVery low
3.7%Political relevance:
Manufacturing: Trade policy sensitiveHealthcare: ACA debatesProfessional Services: College-educated base
+ 1 more industries
Presidential Elections
Presidential Results
| Year | Democrat | Republican | Margin | Swing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 38.0%(3,388) | 61.3%(5,465) | R+23.3 | R+7.0 |
| 2020 | 41.6%(4,022) | 57.9%(5,594) | R+16.3 | R+0.6 |
| 2016 | 41.9%(3,972) | 57.6%(5,456) | R+15.7 | R+8.7 |
| 2012 | 46.4%(4,455) | 53.3%(5,124) | R+7.0 | D+1.4 |
| 2008 | 45.6%(4,594) | 54.0%(5,434) | R+8.3 | D+5.4 |
| 2004 | 42.9%(3,915) | 56.6%(5,170) | R+13.7 | R+11.8 |
| 2000 | 48.5%(4,143) | 50.4%(4,306) | R+1.9 | R+10.9 |
| 1996 | 51.7%(4,018) | 42.7%(3,322) | D+8.9 | D+7.1 |
| 1992 | 46.5%(3,783) | 44.6%(3,634) | D+1.8 | D+12.5 |
| 1988 | 44.5%(3,107) | 55.2%(3,851) | R+10.7 | D+2.6 |
Source: Official state election returns via MIT Election Data + Science Lab
Senate Elections
Senate Results
| Year | Democrat | Republican | Margin | Swing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 50.4%(3,064) | 48.8%(2,965) | D+1.6 | D+99.4 |
| 2014 | 0.0%(0) | 97.8%(3,652) | R+97.8 | R+87.8 |
| 2008 | 45.0%(4,415) | 54.9%(5,387) | R+9.9 | R+10.6 |
| 2002 | 49.6%(3,300) | 48.9%(3,254) | D+0.7 | R+11.7 |
| 1996 | 55.4%(4,230) | 43.0%(3,285) | D+12.4 | R+22.0 |
| 1990 | 67.2%(4,115) | 32.8%(2,008) | D+34.4 | D+3.5 |
| 1984 | 65.3%(5,001) | 34.4%(2,635) | D+30.9 | R+66.8 |
| 1978 | 97.6%(3,311) | 0.0%(0) | D+97.6 | D+67.0 |
| 1972 | 56.6%(3,452) | 26.0%(1,586) | D+30.6 | R+2.9 |
| 1966 | 66.6%(2,866) | 33.1%(1,425) | D+33.5 | R+13.9 |
Source: Official state election returns via MIT Election Data + Science Lab
Governor Elections
Governor Results
| Year | Democrat | Republican | Margin | Swing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 44.2%(3,672) | 55.8%(4,636) | R+11.6 | D+5.0 |
| 2014 | 41.7%(2,525) | 58.3%(3,528) | R+16.6 | R+4.0 |
| 2010 | 43.6%(3,280) | 56.2%(4,226) | R+12.6 | R+6.3 |
| 2006 | 46.6%(2,920) | 52.8%(3,311) | R+6.2 | R+24.2 |
| 2002 | 58.5%(3,923) | 40.5%(2,719) | D+17.9 | D+2.2 |
| 1998 | 57.8%(3,942) | 42.1%(2,871) | D+15.7 | R+17.9 |
| 1994 | 66.7%(5,090) | 33.1%(2,526) | D+33.6 | D+28.4 |
| 1990 | 52.6%(3,322) | 47.4%(2,995) | D+5.2 | D+5.6 |
| 1986 | 49.8%(3,166) | 50.2%(3,193) | R+0.4 | R+44.6 |
| 1982 | 71.8%(4,884) | 27.6%(1,878) | D+44.2 | R+28.0 |
Source: Official state election returns via MIT Election Data + Science Lab