Ashville, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Ashville, Alabama had a total population of 2,464, the 198th largest city in Alabama, with a median household income of $69,362, which is 8% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 19.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.1%.
Ashville Quick Facts
How Ashville Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,748 | 2,464 | -10.3% |
| Median household income | $65,169 | $69,362 | +6.4% |
| Median home value | $184,600 | $204,900 | +11.0% |
How Ashville Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
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+)
Ashville Rankings in Alabama
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Other Cities in St. Clair County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pell City | 13,587 | $68,638 | 20.8% | $249,600 |
| Moody | 13,488 | $86,627 | 7.7% | $237,500 |
| Margaret | 5,877 | $101,802 | 3.7% | $230,900 |
| Odenville | 5,197 | $70,296 | 15.0% | $223,600 |
| Springville | 5,081 | $84,231 | 4.1% | $284,300 |
| Riverside | 2,097 | $83,664 | 15.8% | $220,500 |
| Ragland | 1,682 | $37,708 | 40.6% | $109,300 |
| Steele | 1,149 | $72,386 | 7.0% | $107,100 |
Cities Similar to Ashville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Graysville | 2,509 | $70,208 | $116,900 | 16.3% | 10.6% |
| Sumiton | 2,459 | $65,568 | $180,700 | 13.3% | 15.9% |
| Ashford | 2,447 | $65,341 | $180,100 | 18.6% | 15.0% |
| Thorsby | 2,365 | $76,389 | $188,300 | 17.0% | 8.8% |
| Coaling | 2,573 | $81,370 | $228,000 | 13.9% | 3.7% |
Population Overview
Ashville is a small community located in Alabama, within St. Clair County. The total population is 2,464. It ranks as the 198th most populous out of 592 Census-designated places in Alabama.
Age Demographics
The median age in Ashville is 38.9 years. This is 1% lower than the state median of 39.3 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Ashville is $69,362. This is 8% higher than the state median of $63,999. It is also 14% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 19.9%. This is 27% higher than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. The unemployment rate is 2.1%. This is 54% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $204,900. Housing costs are 2% lower than the state median of $209,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x. 79.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% higher than the state average of 70.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Ashville is White (non-Hispanic), making up 82.0% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 15.7%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 5.6%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 1.4%.
Education
10.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 63% 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 84.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Ashville, 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 Ashville, Alabama?
Ashville, Alabama has a population of 2,464 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Ashville, AL?
The median household income in Ashville is $69,362, which is 14% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Ashville, AL?
The poverty rate in Ashville is 19.9%. This means approximately 461 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Ashville, Alabama?
Ashville's population is 82.0% White, 15.7% Black, 1.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.4% Asian.
What is the median home value in Ashville, AL?
The median home value in Ashville is $204,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x.
How educated is Ashville, Alabama?
10.4% of adults (25+) in Ashville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.