Fort Rucker Demographics
Population Trend
Population Change by Decade
| Period | Population | Change | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | 14,242 | — | — |
| 1980 | 8,932 | -5,310 | -37.3% |
| 1990 | 7,593 | -1,339 | -15.0% |
| 2000 | 6,052 | -1,541 | -20.3% |
| 2010 | 4,636 | -1,416 | -23.4% |
| 2020 | 4,464 | -172 | -3.7% |
Fort Rucker vs. Dale County
| Year | Fort Rucker | Dale County | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | 14,242 | 52,938 | 26.9% |
| 1980 | 8,932 | 47,821 | 18.7% |
| 1990 | 7,593 | 49,633 | 15.3% |
| 2000 | 6,052 | 49,129 | 12.3% |
| 2010 | 4,636 | 50,251 | 9.2% |
| 2020 | 4,464 | 49,326 | 9.0% |
Complete Population Data
| Year | Population | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 1970 | 14,242 | Decennial Census |
| 1980 | 8,932 | Decennial Census |
| 1990 | 7,593 | Decennial Census |
| 2000 | 6,052 | Decennial Census |
| 2010 | 4,636 | Decennial Census |
| 2020 | 4,464 | Decennial Census |
Data Sources
- Decennial Census US Census Bureau Decennial Census (actual count every 10 years)