Attalla, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Attalla, Alabama had a total population of 5,775, the 108th largest city in Alabama, with a median household income of $59,215, which is 7% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.1x.
Attalla Quick Facts
How Attalla 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 | 5,829 | 5,775 | -0.9% |
| Median household income | $55,429 | $59,215 | +6.8% |
| Median home value | $120,400 | $126,100 | +4.7% |
How Attalla 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+)
Attalla Rankings in Alabama
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Other Cities in Etowah County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gadsden | 33,374 | $40,345 | 28.1% | $116,800 |
| Boaz | 10,814 | $49,846 | 19.4% | $199,200 |
| Rainbow City | 10,284 | $56,398 | 10.0% | $223,000 |
| Hokes Bluff | 4,547 | $74,968 | 4.0% | $196,400 |
| Sardis City | 2,046 | $67,721 | 12.1% | $225,700 |
| Carlisle-Rockledge | 1,993 | $60,360 | 21.7% | $115,900 |
| Whitesboro | 1,918 | $67,188 | 3.9% | $154,400 |
| Coats Bend | 1,630 | $70,409 | 18.0% | $149,600 |
| Altoona | 1,252 | $43,056 | 23.2% | $114,100 |
| Tidmore Bend | 1,192 | $60,729 | 14.6% | $162,500 |
Cities Similar to Attalla
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semmes | 5,626 | $66,417 | $215,600 | 18.0% | 22.5% |
| Smiths Station | 5,496 | $64,669 | $203,300 | 22.5% | 14.1% |
| Grayson Valley | 6,077 | $64,597 | $148,400 | 32.6% | 20.4% |
| Rainsville | 5,702 | $74,046 | $230,400 | 28.6% | 7.0% |
| Glencoe | 5,353 | $68,517 | $206,100 | 24.4% | 10.6% |
Population Overview
Attalla is a small city located in Alabama, within Etowah County. The total population is 5,775. It ranks as the 108th most populous out of 592 Census-designated places in Alabama.
Age Demographics
The median age in Attalla is 48.5 years. This is 23% higher than the state median of 39.3 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Attalla is $59,215. This is 7% lower than the state median of $63,999. It is also 27% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.3%. This is 27% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. The unemployment rate is 5.5%. This is 18% higher than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $126,100. Housing costs are 40% lower than the state median of $209,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.1x, Attalla is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 72.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 3% higher than the state average of 70.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Attalla is White (non-Hispanic), making up 82.5% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 8.6%. The Black or African American population (8.6%) is well below the state average of 25.6%.
Education
10.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 62% 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 87.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Attalla, 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 Attalla, Alabama?
Attalla, Alabama has a population of 5,775 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Attalla, AL?
The median household income in Attalla is $59,215, which is 27% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Attalla, AL?
The poverty rate in Attalla is 11.3%. This means approximately 641 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Attalla, Alabama?
Attalla's population is 82.5% White, 8.6% Black, 5.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Attalla, AL?
The median home value in Attalla is $126,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.1x.
How educated is Attalla, Alabama?
10.9% of adults (25+) in Attalla hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.