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Daleville, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Daleville, Alabama had a total population of 4,919, the 124th largest city in Alabama, with a median household income of $45,324, which is 29% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.4%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Daleville Quick Facts

Population 4,919
Median Household Income $45,324
Median Home Value $126,000
Poverty Rate 16.4%
Unemployment Rate 5.0%
Median Age 40.9 years
Homeownership Rate 50.9%
Affordability Ratio 2.8x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 22.9%
High School Graduation Rate 86.7%
Diversity Index 62/100
Population 4,919 124th of 592
Median Income $45,324 below average
Poverty Rate 16.4% 31% higher than national
Median Home Value $126,000 below average

How Daleville Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population4,8914,919+0.6%
Median household income$45,522$45,324-0.4%
Median home value$114,400$126,000+10.1%

How Daleville Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 25.6%
$25K-$50K 32.5%
$50K-$100K 24.5%
$100K+ 17.4%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
5.7%
$10K-$15K
6.2%
$15K-$20K
1.8%
$20K-$25K
11.9%
$25K-$30K
3.6%
$30K-$35K
5.5%
$35K-$40K
14.0%
$40K-$45K
0.6%
$45K-$50K
8.8%
$50K-$60K
3.0%
$60K-$75K
9.2%
$75K-$100K
12.3%
$100K-$125K
8.1%
$125K-$150K
2.6%
$150K-$200K
2.1%
$200K+
4.6%

Employment

5.0% Unemployment Rate State: 4.7%|National: 5.2%
58.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 50.9%
Renter 49.1%
Affordability Index Very Affordable
2.8x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $864/mo 22.9% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

62out of 100
High Diversity

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

State average: 53 | National average: 61

Education

Daleville Rankings in Alabama

#124 Population of 592
#373 Median Income of 537
#169 Education of 592
#331 Home Value of 529

Other Cities in Dale County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Ozark 14,327 $48,944 28.1% $148,900
Fort Rucker 4,705 $74,541 11.3% N/A
Level Plains 1,667 $77,000 12.1% $137,500
Midland City 1,603 $28,438 30.6% $150,400
Newton 1,329 $60,030 15.0% $89,500
Pinckard 672 $58,162 13.7% $158,900
Ariton 614 $50,000 23.3% $206,600
Grimes 582 $33,958 32.8% $105,100
Napier Field 422 $41,875 19.2% $82,100
Clayhatchee 414 $48,646 8.9% $99,200

Cities Similar to Daleville

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Winfield4,999$49,688$165,50018.8%12.5%
Piedmont4,740$40,506$114,80015.4%19.9%
Roanoke5,336$47,105$154,30017.0%12.5%
Midfield5,045$52,755$107,60015.2%24.6%
Brewton5,186$50,721$150,10024.2%14.2%

Population Overview

Daleville is a small community located in Alabama, within Dale County. The total population is 4,919. It ranks as the 124th most populous out of 592 Census-designated places in Alabama.

Age Demographics

The median age in Daleville is 40.9 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 39.3 years. Only 14.6% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Daleville is $45,324. This is 29% lower than the state median of $63,999. It is also 44% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.4%. This is 5% higher than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. The unemployment rate is 5.0%. This is 5% higher than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $126,000. Housing costs are 40% lower than the state median of $209,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Daleville is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 50.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 27% lower than the state average of 70.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Daleville is White (non-Hispanic), making up 50.2% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 33.8%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (3.8% vs 1.4%).

Education

22.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 19% 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 86.7%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Daleville, 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 Daleville, Alabama?

Daleville, Alabama has a population of 4,919 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Daleville, AL?

The median household income in Daleville is $45,324, which is 44% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Daleville, AL?

The poverty rate in Daleville is 16.4%. This means approximately 800 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Daleville, Alabama?

Daleville's population is 50.2% White, 33.8% Black, 3.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 3.8% Asian.

What is the median home value in Daleville, AL?

The median home value in Daleville is $126,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.8x.

How educated is Daleville, Alabama?

22.9% of adults (25+) in Daleville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.