Cuba, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Cuba, Alabama had a total population of 368, the 452nd largest town in Alabama, with a median household income of $91,250, which is 43% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.9%.
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 43% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Alabama.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x.
Cuba Quick Facts
How Cuba 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 | 422 | 368 | No clear change (-12.8%) |
| Median household income | $63,074 | $91,250 | No clear change (+44.7%) |
| Median home value¹ | $127,378 | $197,900 | +55.4% |
| Median gross rent | $852 | $532 | No clear change (-37.5%) |
How Cuba 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: 85.3%
- Black: 7.9%
- Hispanic: 0.0%
- Asian: 0.8%
- Other: 0.0%
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+)
- < High School: 6.1%
- HS Diploma: 27.1%
- Some College: 25.2%
- Associate's: 8.4%
- Bachelor's: 21.4%
- Graduate+: 11.8%
Cuba Rankings in Alabama
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Other Cities in Sumter County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Livingston | 4,672 | $24,236 | 27.8% | $156,100 |
| York | 2,056 | $30,489 | 39.5% | $80,100 |
| Epes | 354 | N/A | 49.1% | $56,700 |
| Gainesville | 236 | N/A | 43.6% | N/A |
| Geiger | 174 | $38,750 | 5.8% | N/A |
| Bellamy | 158 | $53,011 | 0.0% | $105,000 |
| Panola | 69 | N/A | 100.0% | N/A |
| Emelle | 48 | $11,786 | 70.8% | $73,300 |
Cities Similar to Cuba
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Our Town | 372 | N/A | N/A | 23.4% | 13.2% |
| Cullomburg | 363 | N/A | N/A | 5.6% | 56.8% |
| Epes | 354 | N/A | $56,700 | 26.0% | 49.1% |
| Hatton | 405 | N/A | N/A | 6.8% | 19.3% |
| Nances Creek | 330 | N/A | $222,100 | 26.5% | 15.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 368, Cuba'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
Cuba is a small community located in Alabama, within Sumter County. The total population is 368. It ranks as the 452nd most populous out of 592 Census-designated places in Alabama.
Age Demographics
The median age in Cuba is 50.8 years. This is 29% higher than the state median of 39.3 years. 14.9% 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 Cuba is $91,250. This is 43% higher than the state median of $63,999. It is also 13% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.9%. This is 50% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. The unemployment rate is 3.2%. This is 32% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $197,900. Housing costs are 6% lower than the state median of $209,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x, Cuba is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 78.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 12% higher than the state average of 70.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Cuba has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 85.3% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 7.9%. The Black or African American population (7.9%) is well below the state average of 25.6%.
Education
33.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 17% higher 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 93.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Cuba, 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 Cuba, Alabama?
Cuba, Alabama has a population of 368 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Cuba, AL?
The median household income in Cuba is $91,250, which is 13% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Cuba, AL?
The poverty rate in Cuba is 7.9%. This means approximately 29 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Cuba, Alabama?
Cuba's population is 85.3% White, 7.9% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.8% Asian.
What is the median home value in Cuba, AL?
The median home value in Cuba is $197,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.2x.
How educated is Cuba, Alabama?
33.2% of adults (25+) in Cuba hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.