Ashford, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Ashford, Alabama had a total population of 2,447, the 200th largest city in Alabama, with a median household income of $65,341, which is 2% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.0%.
Ashford Quick Facts
How Ashford 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 | 2,468 | 2,447 | No clear change (-0.9%) |
| Median household income | $54,753 | $65,341 | +19.3% |
| Median home value¹ | $169,222 | $180,100 | No clear change (+6.4%) |
| Median gross rent | $823 | $994 | +20.7% |
How Ashford 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: 72.4%
- Black: 20.8%
- Hispanic: 3.4%
- Asian: 0.1%
- Other: 0.0%
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 53 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
- < High School: 15.6%
- HS Diploma: 33.4%
- Some College: 21.3%
- Associate's: 11.2%
- Bachelor's: 13.8%
- Graduate+: 4.7%
Ashford Rankings in Alabama
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Other Cities in Houston County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dothan | 71,514 | $55,792 | 19.3% | $194,000 |
| Taylor | 3,063 | $67,464 | 16.0% | $134,200 |
| Cowarts | 2,204 | $64,118 | 18.5% | $177,700 |
| Kinsey | 2,195 | $55,500 | 8.5% | $132,000 |
| Rehobeth | 1,887 | $80,972 | 11.3% | $242,900 |
| Webb | 1,475 | $54,792 | 7.9% | $113,800 |
| Cottonwood | 971 | $34,468 | 27.6% | $111,500 |
| Columbia | 785 | $62,000 | 11.8% | $156,800 |
| Avon | 378 | $39,375 | 22.2% | $122,500 |
| Gordon | 323 | N/A | 31.6% | $86,700 |
Cities Similar to Ashford
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sumiton | 2,459 | $65,568 | $180,700 | 13.3% | 15.9% |
| Ashville | 2,464 | $69,362 | $204,900 | 10.4% | 19.9% |
| Graysville | 2,509 | $70,208 | $116,900 | 16.3% | 10.6% |
| Grove Hill | 2,341 | $59,219 | $126,800 | 23.5% | 18.2% |
| Thorsby | 2,365 | $76,389 | $188,300 | 17.0% | 8.8% |
Population Overview
Ashford is a small community located in Alabama, within Houston County. The total population is 2,447. It ranks as the 200th most populous out of 592 Census-designated places in Alabama.
Age Demographics
The median age in Ashford is 36.8 years. This is 6% lower than the state median of 39.3 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Ashford is $65,341. This is 2% higher than the state median of $63,999. It is also 19% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 15.0%. This is 4% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. The unemployment rate is 3.0%. This is 36% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $180,100. Housing costs are 14% lower than the state median of $209,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Ashford is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 73.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% higher than the state average of 70.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Ashford is White (non-Hispanic), making up 72.4% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 20.8%. The Asian population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 1.4%.
Education
18.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 35% 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 84.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Ashford, 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 Ashford, Alabama?
Ashford, Alabama has a population of 2,447 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Ashford, AL?
The median household income in Ashford is $65,341, which is 19% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Ashford, AL?
The poverty rate in Ashford is 15.0%. This means approximately 365 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Ashford, Alabama?
Ashford's population is 72.4% White, 20.8% Black, 3.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.1% Asian.
What is the median home value in Ashford, AL?
The median home value in Ashford is $180,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.8x.
How educated is Ashford, Alabama?
18.6% of adults (25+) in Ashford hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.