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Macon County – Ancestry

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Ancestry refers to the lineage or descent of a person, family, or group, tracing back through generations to identify their origins, heritage, and familial connections. It encompasses the genetic, cultural, and historical ties that link individuals to their forebears, shaping their identity and sense of belonging. Ancestry is a multifaceted concept, intertwining biology, genealogy, history, and culture, and it plays a significant role in how people understand themselves and their place in the world.

At its core, ancestry is rooted in genetics. Each individual inherits a unique combination of DNA from their parents, who in turn inherited their DNA from their own ancestors. This genetic material carries information about physical traits, predispositions to certain health conditions, and even behavioral tendencies. Advances in genetic testing, such as DNA analysis, have made it possible for individuals to trace their biological ancestry with remarkable precision. Companies like 23andMe and AncestryDNA offer services that analyze genetic markers to provide insights into a person's ethnic composition and geographic origins, often revealing surprising connections to distant relatives or previously unknown heritage.

Beyond genetics, ancestry is deeply tied to genealogy, the study of family history and lineage. Genealogical research involves constructing family trees, documenting relationships, and uncovering historical records such as birth certificates, marriage licenses, census data, and immigration documents. This process often reveals stories of migration, resilience, and adaptation, offering a window into the lives of ancestors and the challenges they faced. For many, genealogy is a way to honor their forebears and preserve their legacy for future generations.

Cultural ancestry is another critical dimension, encompassing the traditions, languages, customs, and values passed down through generations. It connects individuals to their ethnic or national heritage, shaping their cultural identity and worldview. For example, someone with Irish ancestry might celebrate St. Patrick's Day, learn traditional Irish dance, or explore the Gaelic language, while someone with Japanese ancestry might practice tea ceremonies, study calligraphy, or observe Obon festivals. Cultural ancestry fosters a sense of continuity and belonging, linking individuals to a broader community with shared experiences and values.

Historical ancestry delves into the broader context of a family's or group's past, including significant events, social conditions, and historical movements that shaped their lives. For instance, the transatlantic slave trade, the Irish Potato Famine, or the Jewish diaspora have profoundly influenced the ancestry of millions of people, leaving lasting imprints on their descendants' identities. Understanding historical ancestry often involves grappling with complex narratives of triumph and tragedy, resilience and oppression, and the interplay of individual and collective experiences.

Ancestry also has a deeply personal and emotional dimension. For many, exploring their ancestry is a journey of self-discovery, offering insights into who they are and where they come from. It can foster a sense of pride, connection, and continuity, as well as a deeper appreciation for the struggles and achievements of those who came before. At the same time, it can raise questions about identity, belonging, and the complexities of heritage, particularly for individuals with mixed or multicultural backgrounds.

In a globalized world, ancestry serves as a bridge between the past and the present, connecting individuals to their roots while also highlighting the interconnectedness of human history. It underscores the diversity and richness of human experience, reminding us that every person's story is part of a larger tapestry woven over centuries. Whether through genetic testing, genealogical research, cultural practices, or historical exploration, ancestry offers a profound way to understand ourselves and our place in the world.

A diversification score measures the diversity of ancestries in the county. As the value appoaches 100, ancestry diversity decreases and therefore increasing the risk of a lack of cultural diversity. The ancestry diversification score for this county is:

28.22

Most common ancestry not including "Unknown" is:

African American

 
Ancestry Report Part I
DescriptionTotal Population American Native American Hawaiian Caribbean (Latino) Mexican Central American South American Other Hispanic African American Sub- Saharan Caribbean (Black)

Macon County18,315367403109206205158,6182,7792,778
Alabama (in 000's)5,20355221240162431417909201187
National (in 000's)343,25113,8902,21362611,32738,8796,1814,6443,68725,8937,8527,174
Montgomery County226,61718,0903381221,5865,9252,17256848093,01919,05316,869
Lee County191,40816,349337991,6853,9361,2601,4361,63230,7016,6035,537
Elmore County91,50610,497227252092,2633116614614,1382,4392,359
Russell County59,2043,8361731101,4291,01855613121319,3283,6163,499
Tallapoosa County41,3534,083102045619276124426,2451,8211,718
Bullock County10,0985182902992000174,5411,2701,251
 
Per Cent to Total PopulationDiversity
Index
 

Macon County28.222.000.220.020.601.120.110.030.0847.0515.1715.17
Alabama12.2410.610.410.050.773.120.820.280.3317.473.873.59
National7.834.050.640.183.3011.331.801.351.077.542.292.09
Montgomery County20.727.980.150.050.702.610.960.250.2141.058.417.44
Lee County11.258.540.180.050.882.060.660.750.8516.043.452.89
Elmore County13.7711.470.250.030.232.470.340.070.1615.452.672.58
Russell County17.386.480.290.192.411.720.940.220.3632.656.115.91
Tallapoosa County13.559.870.250.000.111.500.670.300.1015.104.404.15
Bullock County25.365.130.020.090.002.961.980.000.1744.9712.5812.39
 
Comparisons to State Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Macon County 18.8952.8834.9977.7936.0513.259.8624.99269.33392.05422.38
Alabama 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
National 38.15156.12389.80431.33363.02218.48488.45327.7043.1859.1058.20
Montgomery County 75.2536.11115.0091.4883.80116.2890.4964.62234.95217.23207.29
Lee County 80.5142.63110.48115.0665.9179.87270.85260.1491.8189.1380.55
Elmore County 108.1360.0658.3629.8579.2641.2426.0448.6888.4468.8771.79
Russell County 61.0870.75396.88315.4955.11113.9479.88109.77186.86157.81164.58
Tallapoosa County 93.0759.720.0014.2247.9780.98108.2630.9986.44113.78115.69
Bullock County 48.354.80190.380.0094.90240.300.0051.36257.40324.96344.98
 
Comparisons to National Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Macon County 49.5233.878.9818.039.936.062.027.63623.77663.31725.71
Alabama 262.1664.0525.6523.1827.5545.7720.4730.52231.60169.19171.81
National 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
Montgomery County 197.2623.1329.5021.2123.0853.2218.5319.72544.13367.54356.15
Lee County 211.0727.3128.3426.6818.1536.5555.4579.38212.63150.80138.40
Elmore County 283.4838.4714.976.9221.8318.875.3314.85204.82116.52123.34
Russell County 160.1145.32101.8273.1415.1852.1516.3533.50432.77267.00282.77
Tallapoosa County 243.9938.250.003.3013.2237.0622.169.46200.19192.50198.77
Bullock County 126.763.0748.840.0026.14109.980.0015.67596.13549.80592.73
 
Ancestry Report Part II
DescriptionTotal Population Canadian British Dutch French German Italian Polish Scandi­navian Scotish/ Irish Spanish Other European

Macon County18,3152188845012522144021
Alabama (in 000's)5,20373591534178471528324775
National (in 000's)343,2511,35018,0691,8283,64224,7089,0274,6675,96920,6251,1409,563
Montgomery County226,6171876,7851956682,8827963425105,2642741,608
Lee County191,40843113,1755241,1417,2591,7499661,33413,0662543,427
Elmore County91,506706,4651726643,8047091895086,7252681,459
Russell County59,204341,582751831,417261941401,6380326
Tallapoosa County41,353583,062961171,288360852013,0620499
Bullock County10,098044102816016009
 
Per Cent to Total PopulationDiversity
Index
 

Macon County28.220.011.030.040.020.270.070.030.120.790.000.11
Alabama12.240.136.890.290.653.420.900.290.546.230.141.44
National7.830.395.260.531.067.202.631.361.746.010.332.79
Montgomery County20.720.082.990.090.291.270.350.150.232.320.120.71
Lee County11.250.236.880.270.603.790.910.500.706.830.131.79
Elmore County13.770.087.070.190.734.160.770.210.567.350.291.59
Russell County17.380.062.670.130.312.390.440.160.242.770.000.55
Tallapoosa County13.550.147.400.230.283.110.870.210.497.400.001.21
Bullock County25.360.000.440.010.000.280.160.000.010.590.000.09
 
Comparisons to State Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Macon County 8.2214.9015.113.387.987.279.4622.4112.620.007.96
Alabama 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
National 296.1676.40184.25164.30210.38291.63471.23324.4596.46240.51193.53
Montgomery County 62.1343.4529.7745.6537.1738.9552.3141.9937.2987.5449.29
Lee County 169.5499.8994.7192.31110.84101.33174.92130.04109.5996.08124.36
Elmore County 57.60102.5365.03112.37121.5085.9271.59103.59117.98212.05110.75
Russell County 43.2438.7843.8347.8769.9548.8955.0344.1244.420.0038.25
Tallapoosa County 105.60107.4680.3243.8191.0396.5371.2490.69118.870.0083.82
Bullock County 0.006.323.430.008.1017.570.001.859.540.006.19
 
Comparisons to National Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Macon County 2.7819.508.202.063.792.492.016.9113.090.004.12
Alabama 33.77130.9054.2760.8647.5334.2921.2230.82103.6741.5851.67
National 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
Montgomery County 20.9856.8816.1627.7817.6713.3611.1012.9438.6636.4025.47
Lee County 57.25130.7651.4156.1952.6934.7437.1240.08113.6139.9564.26
Elmore County 19.45134.2135.3068.3957.7529.4615.1931.93122.3188.1757.23
Russell County 14.6050.7623.7929.1333.2516.7611.6813.6046.050.0019.76
Tallapoosa County 35.66140.6643.5926.6743.2733.1015.1227.95123.230.0043.31
Bullock County 0.008.281.860.003.856.020.000.579.890.003.20
 
Ancestry Report Part III
DescriptionTotal Population Chinese Filipino Japanese Korean Vietnamese South Central Asian South East Asian Other Asian Middle Eastern Other Ancestry Unknown

Macon County18,315001063311701,976885
Alabama (in 000's)5,2031573149186698061,073
National (in 000's)343,2514,4613,0107931,5411,9135,4521,6431,2291,93147,32251,000
Montgomery County226,6179903142483,5404111,61831134012324,35716,632
Lee County191,4082,1532771703,4645761,83935215357334,68434,266
Elmore County91,5063116532750769316921114,06822,873
Russell County59,2046387197301236711610,2118,957
Tallapoosa County41,353221401400044078,4068,817
Bullock County10,09800000002701,010795
 
Per Cent to Total PopulationDiversity
Index
 

Macon County28.220.000.000.010.000.030.180.010.090.0010.794.83
Alabama12.240.290.130.060.260.180.350.110.110.1715.4920.61
National7.831.300.880.230.450.561.590.480.360.5613.7914.86
Montgomery County20.720.440.140.111.560.180.710.140.150.0510.757.34
Lee County11.251.120.140.091.810.300.960.180.080.3018.1217.90
Elmore County13.770.030.180.030.080.000.080.100.180.2315.3725.00
Russell County17.380.110.150.030.120.000.020.060.120.0317.2515.13
Tallapoosa County13.550.050.030.000.340.000.000.010.100.0220.3321.32
Bullock County25.360.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.270.0010.007.87
 
Comparisons to State Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Macon County 0.000.009.280.0018.3251.194.9586.680.0069.6323.44
Alabama 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
National 443.51673.78392.78171.03311.57451.20433.51334.48322.6888.9872.09
Montgomery County 149.08106.45186.09594.96101.40202.83124.30140.1131.1469.3735.61
Lee County 383.85111.18151.03689.28168.25272.93166.5774.65171.74116.9586.85
Elmore County 11.56138.5359.4731.220.0023.5992.05172.47132.2999.23121.27
Russell County 36.31112.9054.5746.960.005.7655.07111.9915.50111.3273.40
Tallapoosa County 18.1526.010.00128.940.000.008.7690.339.71131.20103.44
Bullock County 0.000.000.000.000.000.000.00249.690.0064.5638.20
 
Comparisons to National Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Macon County 0.000.002.360.005.8811.341.1425.920.0078.2632.52
Alabama 22.5514.8425.4658.4732.1022.1623.0729.9030.99112.38138.73
National 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
Montgomery County 33.6115.8047.38347.8732.5444.9528.6741.899.6577.9649.40
Lee County 86.5516.5038.45403.0254.0060.4938.4222.3253.22131.44120.49
Elmore County 2.6120.5615.1418.250.005.2321.2351.5641.00111.51168.23
Russell County 8.1916.7613.8927.460.001.2812.7033.484.80125.10101.82
Tallapoosa County 4.093.860.0075.390.000.002.0227.013.01147.45143.50
Bullock County 0.000.000.000.000.000.000.0074.650.0072.5552.99


Sources: STI: PopStats, Circa April 2025