Columbiana, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Columbiana, Alabama had a total population of 4,725, the 126th largest city in Alabama, with a median household income of $80,546, which is 26% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.8%.
Columbiana Quick Facts
How Columbiana Changed
Change from the non-overlapping 2015–2019 ACS period to 2020–2024. Earlier dollar figures are adjusted to 2024 dollars; changes marked “no clear change” are within the combined 90% margins of error.
| Metric | 2015–2019 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,481 | 4,725 | +5.4% |
| Median household income | $45,023 | $80,546 | +78.9% |
| Median home value¹ | $153,838 | $259,500 | +68.7% |
| Median gross rent | $730 | $940 | +28.8% |
How Columbiana Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
- White: 65.0%
- Black: 21.3%
- Hispanic: 7.0%
- Asian: 0.0%
- Other: 0.0%
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 53 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
- < High School: 17.4%
- HS Diploma: 37.6%
- Some College: 25.0%
- Associate's: 4.0%
- Bachelor's: 7.3%
- Graduate+: 8.6%
Columbiana Rankings in Alabama
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Other Cities in Shelby County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabaster | 33,917 | $91,357 | 7.1% | $261,700 |
| Pelham | 24,827 | $101,094 | 6.7% | $299,800 |
| Calera | 17,714 | $87,194 | 7.3% | $235,300 |
| Chelsea | 16,260 | $115,337 | 2.7% | $360,000 |
| Meadowbrook | 9,117 | $141,862 | 5.5% | $423,700 |
| Brook Highland | 8,146 | $79,904 | 4.6% | $427,400 |
| Montevallo | 7,556 | $56,626 | 17.7% | $220,700 |
| Highland Lakes | 5,866 | $169,361 | 4.1% | $599,200 |
| Eagle Point | 3,110 | $151,842 | 3.2% | $493,800 |
| Indian Springs Village | 2,537 | $136,836 | 3.4% | $555,800 |
Cities Similar to Columbiana
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Rucker | 4,705 | $74,541 | N/A | 43.9% | 11.3% |
| Hokes Bluff | 4,547 | $74,968 | $196,400 | 24.4% | 4.0% |
| Springville | 5,081 | $84,231 | $284,300 | 39.8% | 4.1% |
| Headland | 5,217 | $79,063 | $219,600 | 33.6% | 7.0% |
| Holtville | 5,158 | $76,652 | $267,100 | 23.5% | 13.0% |
Population Overview
Columbiana is a small community located in Alabama, within Shelby County. The total population is 4,725. It ranks as the 126th most populous out of 592 Census-designated places in Alabama.
Age Demographics
The median age in Columbiana is 44.7 years. This is 14% higher than the state median of 39.3 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Columbiana is $80,546. This is 26% higher than the state median of $63,999. It is also about the same as the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.8%. This is 37% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. The unemployment rate is 5.0%. This is 6% higher than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $259,500. Housing costs are 24% higher than the state median of $209,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x. 64.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% lower than the state average of 70.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Columbiana is White (non-Hispanic), making up 65.0% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 21.3%.
Education
15.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 44% 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 82.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Columbiana, 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 Columbiana, Alabama?
Columbiana, Alabama has a population of 4,725 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Columbiana, AL?
The median household income in Columbiana is $80,546, which is about the same as the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Columbiana, AL?
The poverty rate in Columbiana is 9.8%. This means approximately 346 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Columbiana, Alabama?
Columbiana's population is 65.0% White, 21.3% Black, 7.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Columbiana, AL?
The median home value in Columbiana is $259,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x.
How educated is Columbiana, Alabama?
15.9% of adults (25+) in Columbiana hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.