Babbie, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Babbie, Alabama had a total population of 790, the 360th largest town in Alabama, with a median household income of $63,611, which is about the same as the state average. The poverty rate is 8.0%.
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 0.9%.
Babbie Quick Facts
How Babbie 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 | 559 | 790 | +41.3% |
| Median household income | $58,068 | $63,611 | +9.5% |
| Median home value | $97,500 | $181,300 | +85.9% |
How Babbie 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+)
Babbie Rankings in Alabama
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Other Cities in Covington County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andalusia | 8,766 | $42,611 | 25.4% | $153,200 |
| Opp | 6,709 | $41,347 | 26.3% | $115,700 |
| Florala | 1,822 | N/A | 16.5% | $91,600 |
| Red Level | 621 | $38,750 | 28.8% | $101,300 |
| River Falls | 403 | $35,104 | 9.4% | $99,300 |
| Lockhart | 359 | $33,750 | 14.2% | $68,300 |
| Carolina | 337 | $60,250 | 32.3% | $152,500 |
| Heath | 267 | $65,855 | 16.9% | $89,200 |
| Onycha | 238 | $47,639 | 28.6% | $55,000 |
| Sanford | 232 | $52,875 | 25.0% | $218,300 |
Cities Similar to Babbie
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hollis Crossroads | 785 | N/A | $120,600 | 1.2% | 13.4% |
| Rosa | 777 | N/A | N/A | 5.5% | 6.3% |
| Columbia | 785 | $62,000 | $156,800 | 6.2% | 11.8% |
| Shelby | 809 | N/A | $158,200 | 20.0% | 21.4% |
| Reece City | 784 | $66,705 | $153,800 | 24.4% | 6.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 790, Babbie's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Babbie is a small community located in Alabama, within Covington County. The total population is 790. It ranks as the 360th most populous out of 592 Census-designated places in Alabama.
Age Demographics
The median age in Babbie is 38.9 years. This is 1% lower than the state median of 39.3 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Babbie is $63,611. This is about the same as the state median of $63,999. It is also 21% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.0%. This is 49% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. The unemployment rate is 0.9%. This is 80% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $181,300. Housing costs are 14% lower than the state median of $209,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.9x, Babbie is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 94.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 35% higher than the state average of 70.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Babbie was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 99.5% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
10.8% 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 86.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Babbie, 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 Babbie, Alabama?
Babbie, Alabama has a population of 790 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Babbie, AL?
The median household income in Babbie is $63,611, which is 21% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Babbie, AL?
The poverty rate in Babbie is 8.0%. This means approximately 63 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Babbie, Alabama?
Babbie's population is 99.5% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Babbie, AL?
The median home value in Babbie is $181,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.9x.
How educated is Babbie, Alabama?
10.8% of adults (25+) in Babbie hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.