Troy is home to roughly 17,733 residents. Troy was founded in 1838 and sits in Pike County. The median age is 24.7 and the median household income is $47,595. Homes carry a median value of $214,100, and about 47% of residents own where they live. White residents make up the largest share of the population (51.4%). Around 37% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and the typical commute runs about 18 minutes.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (5-year).
Source: Dru Sjodin National Sex Offender Public Website (NSOPW) and state registries. Public record. This information is provided for public awareness. Using it to harass, threaten, or discriminate against any registrant, or for any purpose prohibited by law, is illegal. Verify against the official registry record before relying on it.
Common questions
Troy — frequently asked
What is the population of Troy, Alabama?
Troy has a population of about 17,733, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (5-year).
What is the average home value in Troy?
The median home value in Troy is $214,100, and the median gross rent is $943/month (U.S. Census ACS).
Is Troy safe? What is the crime rate?
Troy Police Department reported a violent-crime rate of about 488 per 100,000 residents in 2023 — higher than the U.S. rate of 386. Source: FBI UCR/NIBRS.
What natural-disaster risks does Troy face?
FEMA's National Risk Index rates Pike County as "Relatively Low" overall, with top hazards including hurricane, lightning, drought.
How many schools are in Troy?
Troy has 7 public schools (1 elementary, 1 middle, 5 high). Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, NCES.
How many registered sex offenders are in Troy?
Public registry data lists 7 registered sex offenders in or near Troy. This is neighborhood-safety information from the public state registry.