Broomtown, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Broomtown, Alabama had a total population of 279, the 479th largest community in Alabama. The poverty rate is 44.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (44.8%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Unemployment rate of 46.6% is notably above the national average.
Broomtown Quick Facts
How Broomtown 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 | 222 | 279 | +25.7% |
How Broomtown Compares
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Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
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People & Demographics
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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+)
Broomtown Rankings in Alabama
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Other Cities in Cherokee County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centre | 3,700 | $44,664 | 21.1% | $158,400 |
| Cedar Bluff | 1,629 | $52,500 | 29.3% | $204,800 |
| Leesburg | 998 | $56,875 | 10.8% | $182,500 |
| Spring Garden | 201 | $60,919 | 0.0% | $9,999 |
| Gaylesville | 151 | $45,625 | 15.2% | $137,500 |
Cities Similar to Broomtown
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castleberry | 279 | $21,923 | $51,400 | 13.6% | 17.6% |
| Coffee Springs | 283 | $40,917 | $69,200 | 19.4% | 8.8% |
| Gordonville | 275 | $41,528 | $68,100 | 4.7% | 36.7% |
| Langston | 284 | $53,929 | $337,500 | 21.8% | 27.1% |
| Hammondville | 287 | $37,083 | $113,900 | 11.5% | 22.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 279, Broomtown'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
Broomtown is a small community located in Alabama, within Cherokee County. The total population is 279. It ranks as the 479th most populous out of 592 Census-designated places in Alabama.
Age Demographics
The median age in Broomtown is 28.9 years. This is 26% lower than the state median of 39.3 years. Only 9.3% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 44.8%. This is 187% 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 unemployment rate is 46.6%. This is 891% higher than the state rate of 4.7%. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 42% higher than the state average of 70.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Broomtown has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.3% of all residents.
Education
19.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 31% 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 59.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Broomtown, 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 Broomtown, Alabama?
Broomtown, Alabama has a population of 279 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Broomtown, AL?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Broomtown — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Broomtown, AL?
The poverty rate in Broomtown is 44.8%. This means approximately 125 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Broomtown, Alabama?
Broomtown's population is 89.3% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Broomtown, AL?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Broomtown — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Broomtown, Alabama?
19.7% of adults (25+) in Broomtown hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.