Carrollton town, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Carrollton town, Alabama Demographics
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As of 2026, Carrollton town, Alabama has a total population of 892, the 341st largest city in Alabama, with a median household income of $29,957, which is 52% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.8%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 52% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.

Carrollton town Quick Facts

Population 892

Median Household Income $29,957

Median Home Value $142,000

Poverty Rate 15.8%

Unemployment Rate 4.6%

Median Age 31.8 years

Homeownership Rate 59.5%

Affordability Ratio 4.7x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 15.4%

High School Graduation Rate 80.4%

Diversity Index 61/100

Population 892 341st of 589

Median Income $29,957 bottom 10%

Poverty Rate 15.8% 27% higher national

Median Home Value $142,000 average

How Carrollton town Compares

Median Household Income

Carrollton town

$29,957

$62,027

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Carrollton town

$142,000

$195,100

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 38.7%

$25K-$50K 28.7%

$50K-$100K 20.8%

$100K+ 11.8%

Employment

4.6% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8% | National: 5.2%

48.9% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 59.5%

Renter 40.5%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.7x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

27.2%

18-34

29.0%

35-54

16.5%

55-74

23.9%

75+

3.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 52 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Carrollton town Rankings in Alabama

#341 Population of 589

#514 Median Income of 589

#292 Education of 589

#266 Home Value of 589

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Cities Similar to Carrollton town

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Hayneville town	895	$30,714	$85,500	13.3%	50.7%
Oakman town	872	N/A	$71,600	8.0%	20.6%
Minor CDP	911	$32,065	$79,900	6.5%	11.5%
Phil Campbell town	834	$31,500	$99,200	6.4%	24.3%
Mosses town	865	$26,250	$61,300	4.2%	54.1%

Population Overview

Carrollton town is a small community located in Alabama. The total population is 892. It ranks as the 341st most populous out of 589 cities and towns in Alabama.

Age Demographics

The median age in Carrollton town is 31.8 years. This is 19% lower than the state median of 39.3 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Carrollton town is $29,957. This is 52% lower than the state median of $62,027. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 62% lower. The poverty rate stands at 15.8%. This is about average than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. The unemployment rate is 4.6%. This is 4% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $142,000. Housing costs are 27% lower than the state median of $195,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.7x. 59.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 15% lower than the state average of 69.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Carrollton town is White (non-Hispanic), making up 49.8% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 36.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (12.3% vs 5.4%).

Education

15.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 45% lower than the state rate of 27.8%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 80.4%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Carrollton town, Alabama is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Alabama state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 589 Census-designated places in Alabama. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Carrollton town, Alabama?

Carrollton town, Alabama has a population of 892 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Carrollton town, AL?

The median household income in Carrollton town is $29,957, which is 62% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Carrollton town, AL?

The poverty rate in Carrollton town is 15.8%. This means approximately 122 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Carrollton town, Alabama?

Carrollton town's population is 49.8% White, 36.0% Black, 12.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Carrollton town, AL?

The median home value in Carrollton town is $142,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.7x.

How educated is Carrollton town, Alabama?

15.4% of adults (25+) in Carrollton town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.