Alabama's 5th Congressional District (AL-5)

Last updated Oct 1, 2026 · 6 sources

Dale Strong, a Republican, has represented the district since 2023.

The district includes all of Jackson, Madison, Lawrence, Morgan, and Limestone counties and part of Lauderdale County.

According to the Census Bureau's 2020–2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the district has a population of 745,693, a median household income of $77,752, and a median age of 39.6. Of residents 25 and older, 36.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Representative

Dale Strong

U.S. Representative for Alabama's 5th District · Republican

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2026 redistricting

Alabama uses a new congressional map in 2026: 2023 Redistricting Plan, in effect after a court decision on Jun 2, 2026.

The 2026 election for AL-5 uses the new map's AL-5; the map on this page shows the district as currently drawn (119th Congress).

Source · All 2026 redistricting changes

2026 election

Strong has filed with the FEC to run for this seat in 2026. 5 candidates for the seat have reported receipts to the FEC.

5 candidates have reported raising money for the 2026 AL-5 race to the FEC.

Election Day: Tuesday, November 3, 2026

Candidates for AL-5 in 2026 who reported raising money to the FEC
Candidate	Party	Raised	Cash on hand	Through
Dale Strong (incumbent)	Republican	$1,477,819	$1,424,334	Jun 30
Andrew Rankin Guyton Sneed	Democratic	$646,512	$169,720	Jun 30
Candice Duvieilh	Democratic	$38,333	$2,665	Jun 29
Jeremy Devito	Democratic	$32,286	$4,139	Mar 31
Greg Howard Jr.	Democratic	$2,776	$586	Jun 30