Addison, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Addison, Alabama had a total population of 649, the 391st largest town in Alabama, with a median household income of $56,384, which is 12% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.8%.
Key Takeaways
- Only 7.1% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x.
Addison Quick Facts
How Addison Changed
Change from the non-overlapping 2015–2019 ACS period to 2020–2024. Earlier dollar figures are adjusted to 2024 dollars; changes marked “no clear change” are within the combined 90% margins of error.
| Metric | 2015–2019 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 728 | 649 | No clear change (-10.9%) |
| Median household income | $43,844 | $56,384 | +28.6% |
| Median home value¹ | $96,364 | $110,600 | No clear change (+14.8%) |
How Addison Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
- White: 97.7%
- Black: 0.0%
- Hispanic: 0.0%
- Asian: 0.0%
- Other: 0.0%
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 53 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
- < High School: 13.4%
- HS Diploma: 32.4%
- Some College: 32.9%
- Associate's: 14.2%
- Bachelor's: 3.4%
- Graduate+: 3.8%
Addison Rankings in Alabama
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Other Cities in Winston County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Double Springs | 1,068 | $47,768 | 28.7% | $153,500 |
| Lynn | 780 | $44,010 | 26.7% | $65,100 |
| Arley | 523 | $71,818 | 30.4% | $98,600 |
| Natural Bridge | 49 | N/A | 8.2% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Addison
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| McDonald Chapel | 651 | $56,971 | $134,400 | 16.2% | 13.1% |
| Lexington | 638 | $57,356 | $202,400 | 19.5% | 16.1% |
| Edgewater | 670 | N/A | N/A | 17.4% | 20.2% |
| Pinckard | 672 | $58,162 | $158,900 | 15.6% | 13.7% |
| Gurley | 607 | $56,964 | $194,800 | 22.0% | 26.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 649, Addison's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Addison is a small community located in Alabama, within Winston County. The total population is 649. It ranks as the 391st most populous out of 592 Census-designated places in Alabama.
Age Demographics
The median age in Addison is 41.5 years. This is 6% higher than the state median of 39.3 years. 12.6% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Addison is $56,384. This is 12% lower than the state median of $63,999. It is also 30% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.8%. This is 5% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Addison, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $110,600. Housing costs are 47% lower than the state median of $209,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x, Addison is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 71.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 1% higher than the state average of 70.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Addison has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.7% of all residents. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (97.7% vs 63.4%).
Education
7.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 75% lower than the state rate of 28.4%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 86.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Addison, Alabama is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Alabama state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 592 Census-designated places in Alabama. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Addison, Alabama?
Addison, Alabama has a population of 649 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Addison, AL?
The median household income in Addison is $56,384, which is 30% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Addison, AL?
The poverty rate in Addison is 14.8%. This means approximately 96 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Addison, Alabama?
Addison's population is 97.7% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Addison, AL?
The median home value in Addison is $110,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.0x.
How educated is Addison, Alabama?
7.1% of adults (25+) in Addison hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.