Bristow Cove, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Bristow Cove, Alabama had a total population of 144, the 541st largest community in Alabama. The poverty rate is 10.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Bristow Cove Quick Facts
How Bristow Cove 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 | 150 | 144 | -4.0% |
How Bristow Cove Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
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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+)
Bristow Cove 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 |
| Attalla | 5,775 | $59,215 | 11.3% | $126,100 |
| 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 |
Cities Similar to Bristow Cove
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pollard | 147 | $75,278 | $81,700 | 5.1% | 21.8% |
| Bon Air | 141 | $38,000 | $73,000 | 2.4% | 30.7% |
| Paint Rock | 141 | $51,250 | $75,000 | 6.3% | 5.7% |
| Cusseta | 148 | $80,385 | N/A | 22.3% | 23.6% |
| Faunsdale | 140 | $99,583 | N/A | 11.1% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 144, Bristow Cove'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
Bristow Cove is a small community located in Alabama, within Etowah County. The total population is 144. It ranks as the 541st most populous out of 592 Census-designated places in Alabama.
Age Demographics
The median age in Bristow Cove is 29.8 years. This is 24% lower than the state median of 39.3 years. 21.5% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 10.4%. This is 33% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Bristow Cove, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 62.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 11% lower than the state average of 70.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Bristow Cove was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
15.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 45% 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 86.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Bristow Cove, 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 Bristow Cove, Alabama?
Bristow Cove, Alabama has a population of 144 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Bristow Cove, AL?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Bristow Cove — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Bristow Cove, AL?
The poverty rate in Bristow Cove is 10.4%. This means approximately 15 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Bristow Cove, Alabama?
Bristow Cove's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Bristow Cove, AL?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Bristow Cove — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Bristow Cove, Alabama?
15.7% of adults (25+) in Bristow Cove hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.