Ashland, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Ashland, Alabama had a total population of 1,797, the 239th largest town in Alabama, with a median household income of $42,308, which is 34% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 25.0%.
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 34% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Ashland Quick Facts
How Ashland 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 | 1,447 | 1,797 | No clear change (+24.2%) |
| Median household income | $23,573 | $42,308 | No clear change (+79.5%) |
| Median home value¹ | $108,179 | $159,300 | No clear change (+47.3%) |
| Median gross rent | $449 | $366 | -18.5% |
How Ashland 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: 70.7%
- Black: 20.3%
- Hispanic: 1.7%
- Asian: 0.0%
- 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: 19.4%
- HS Diploma: 34.7%
- Some College: 21.0%
- Associate's: 8.1%
- Bachelor's: 10.9%
- Graduate+: 5.8%
Ashland Rankings in Alabama
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Other Cities in Clay County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lineville | 2,546 | $38,302 | 32.4% | $175,500 |
| Hollins | 465 | $55,398 | 18.5% | $92,400 |
| Millerville | 447 | $96,071 | 0.0% | N/A |
| Delta | 225 | $75,969 | 42.7% | $109,700 |
Cities Similar to Ashland
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Florala | 1,822 | N/A | $91,600 | 7.8% | 16.5% |
| Hackleburg | 1,709 | $42,292 | $104,700 | 7.0% | 24.0% |
| Camden | 1,803 | $36,481 | $132,300 | 20.7% | 25.5% |
| Malvern | 1,913 | $43,854 | $129,400 | 12.1% | 35.5% |
| Gordo | 1,723 | $47,569 | $118,900 | 17.3% | 14.9% |
Population Overview
Ashland is a small community located in Alabama, within Clay County. The total population is 1,797. It ranks as the 239th most populous out of 592 Census-designated places in Alabama.
Age Demographics
The median age in Ashland is 44.8 years. This is 14% higher than the state median of 39.3 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Ashland is $42,308. This is 34% lower than the state median of $63,999. It is also 48% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 25.0%. This is 60% higher than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Ashland, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $159,300. Housing costs are 24% lower than the state median of $209,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x. 60.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% lower than the state average of 70.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Ashland is White (non-Hispanic), making up 70.7% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 20.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.7%) is well below the state average of 5.6%.
Education
16.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 41% 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 80.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Ashland, 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 Ashland, Alabama?
Ashland, Alabama has a population of 1,797 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Ashland, AL?
The median household income in Ashland is $42,308, which is 48% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Ashland, AL?
The poverty rate in Ashland is 25.0%. This means approximately 419 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Ashland, Alabama?
Ashland's population is 70.7% White, 20.3% Black, 1.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Ashland, AL?
The median home value in Ashland is $159,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x.
How educated is Ashland, Alabama?
16.8% of adults (25+) in Ashland hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.