Columbia town, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026

Population Overview

Columbia town is a small community located in Alabama. The total population is 769. It ranks as the 367th most populous out of 589 cities and towns in Alabama.

Age Demographics

The median age in Columbia town is 32.1 years. This is 18% lower than the state median of 39.3 years. With 35.1% of the population under 18, Columbia town has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community. 10.7% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Columbia town is $55,417. This is 11% lower than the state median of $62,027. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 29% lower. The poverty rate stands at 11.7%. This is 25% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. The unemployment rate is 6.6%. This is 37% higher than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $151,300. Housing costs are 22% lower than the state median of $195,100. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, Columbia town is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 79.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% higher than the state average of 69.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Columbia town has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.6% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 6.4%. The Black or African American population (6.4%) is well below the state average of 25.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.2%) is well below the state average of 5.4%.

Education

5.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 79% 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 83.7%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Columbia 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.