Ardmore town, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Ardmore town, Alabama Demographics
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As of 2026, Ardmore town, Alabama has a total population of 1,444, the 267th largest city in Alabama, with a median household income of $43,542, which is 30% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.6%.

Key Takeaways

Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.6%.

Ardmore town Quick Facts

Population 1,444

Median Household Income $43,542

Median Home Value $183,600

Poverty Rate 18.6%

Unemployment Rate 1.6%

Median Age 33.8 years

Homeownership Rate 56.4%

Affordability Ratio 4.2x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 15.8%

High School Graduation Rate 88.9%

Diversity Index 29/100

Population 1,444 267th of 589

Median Income $43,542 below average

Poverty Rate 18.6% 50% higher national

Median Home Value $183,600 top 30%

How Ardmore town Compares

Median Household Income

Ardmore town

$43,542

$62,027

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Ardmore town

$183,600

$195,100

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 22.3%

$25K-$50K 34.5%

$50K-$100K 25.9%

$100K+ 17.3%

Employment

1.6% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8% | National: 5.2%

56.6% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 56.4%

Renter 43.6%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.2x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

23.3%

18-34

27.7%

35-54

22.2%

55-74

17.7%

75+

9.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 52 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Ardmore town Rankings in Alabama

#267 Population of 589

#376 Median Income of 589

#284 Education of 589

#155 Home Value of 589

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Cities Similar to Ardmore town

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Falkville town	1,464	$43,145	$118,300	6.5%	14.4%
Gordo town	1,435	$46,863	$125,300	17.8%	16.1%
Snead town	1,490	$46,075	$169,400	11.8%	16.6%
Webb town	1,398	$48,102	$109,000	6.4%	16.1%
Coats Bend CDP	1,429	$52,089	$147,100	10.0%	25.8%

Population Overview

Ardmore town is a small community located in Alabama. The total population is 1,444. It ranks as the 267th most populous out of 589 cities and towns in Alabama.

Age Demographics

The median age in Ardmore town is 33.8 years. This is 14% lower than the state median of 39.3 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Ardmore town is $43,542. This is 30% lower than the state median of $62,027. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 45% lower. The poverty rate stands at 18.6%. This is 19% higher than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. The unemployment rate is 1.6%. This is 66% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $183,600. Housing costs are 6% lower than the state median of $195,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.2x. 56.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 19% lower than the state average of 69.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Ardmore town is White (non-Hispanic), making up 83.8% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 8.2%. The Black or African American population (8.2%) is well below the state average of 25.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.5%) is well below the state average of 5.4%. The Asian population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 1.4%.

Education

15.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 43% lower than the state rate of 27.8%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 88.9%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Ardmore town, Alabama is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Alabama state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 589 Census-designated places in Alabama. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Ardmore town, Alabama?

Ardmore town, Alabama has a population of 1,444 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Ardmore town, AL?

The median household income in Ardmore town is $43,542, which is 45% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Ardmore town, AL?

The poverty rate in Ardmore town is 18.6%. This means approximately 269 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Ardmore town, Alabama?

Ardmore town's population is 83.8% White, 8.2% Black, 2.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.5% Asian.

What is the median home value in Ardmore town, AL?

The median home value in Ardmore town is $183,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.2x.

How educated is Ardmore town, Alabama?

15.8% of adults (25+) in Ardmore town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.