Creola, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Creola, Alabama had a total population of 2,088, the 220th largest town in Alabama, with a median household income of $66,607, which is 4% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Creola Quick Facts
How Creola 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 | 2,489 | 2,088 | -16.1% |
| Median household income | $68,594 | $66,607 | -2.9% |
| Median home value | $187,500 | $211,000 | +12.5% |
How Creola Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
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+)
Creola Rankings in Alabama
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Other Cities in Mobile County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mobile | 203,416 | $53,558 | 18.4% | $193,300 |
| Prichard | 18,961 | $36,588 | 30.6% | $85,700 |
| Tillmans Corner | 17,677 | $60,837 | 17.9% | $166,700 |
| Saraland | 16,404 | $61,509 | 10.1% | $217,600 |
| Satsuma | 6,822 | $101,042 | 5.2% | $219,400 |
| Chickasaw | 6,332 | $46,559 | 28.0% | $117,500 |
| Semmes | 5,626 | $66,417 | 22.5% | $215,600 |
| Theodore | 4,964 | $67,864 | 20.7% | $154,900 |
| Citronelle | 3,913 | $43,870 | 22.5% | $193,500 |
| Grand Bay | 3,553 | $62,112 | 3.2% | $142,400 |
Cities Similar to Creola
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sardis City | 2,046 | $67,721 | $225,700 | 23.5% | 12.1% |
| Cowarts | 2,204 | $64,118 | $177,700 | 11.0% | 18.5% |
| Concord | 1,913 | $66,406 | $173,500 | 13.7% | 11.2% |
| Whitesboro | 1,918 | $67,188 | $154,400 | 16.2% | 3.9% |
| Carlisle-Rockledge | 1,993 | $60,360 | $115,900 | 9.1% | 21.7% |
Population Overview
Creola is a small community located in Alabama, within Mobile County. The total population is 2,088. It ranks as the 220th most populous out of 592 Census-designated places in Alabama.
Age Demographics
The median age in Creola is 42.6 years. This is 8% higher than the state median of 39.3 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Creola is $66,607. This is 4% higher than the state median of $63,999. It is also 17% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 18.3%. This is 17% higher than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. The unemployment rate is 2.5%. This is 46% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $211,000. Housing costs are about the same as the state median of $209,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x. 83.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 19% higher than the state average of 70.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Creola is White (non-Hispanic), making up 79.7% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 8.6%. The Black or African American population (8.6%) is well below the state average of 25.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.1%) is well below the state average of 5.6%.
Education
14.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 49% 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 83.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Creola, 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 Creola, Alabama?
Creola, Alabama has a population of 2,088 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Creola, AL?
The median household income in Creola is $66,607, which is 17% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Creola, AL?
The poverty rate in Creola is 18.3%. This means approximately 378 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Creola, Alabama?
Creola's population is 79.7% White, 8.6% Black, 2.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.1% Asian.
What is the median home value in Creola, AL?
The median home value in Creola is $211,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x.
How educated is Creola, Alabama?
14.6% of adults (25+) in Creola hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.