Dutton, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Dutton, Alabama had a total population of 435, the 434th largest town in Alabama, with a median household income of $63,750, which is about the same as the state average. The poverty rate is 17.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.8x.
Dutton Quick Facts
How Dutton 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 | 409 | 435 | +6.4% |
| Median household income | $72,083 | $63,750 | -11.6% |
| Median home value | $106,500 | $113,800 | +6.9% |
How Dutton 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+)
Dutton Rankings in Alabama
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Other Cities in Jackson County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scottsboro | 15,712 | $53,929 | 18.6% | $190,400 |
| Bridgeport | 2,246 | $34,481 | 32.7% | $94,000 |
| Stevenson | 1,995 | $53,958 | 17.0% | $156,900 |
| Skyline | 1,126 | $44,307 | 18.0% | $123,800 |
| Section | 1,069 | $47,500 | 22.2% | $156,000 |
| Woodville | 947 | $54,000 | 10.9% | $184,600 |
| Hollywood | 942 | $51,071 | 13.6% | $113,200 |
| Pisgah | 923 | $54,167 | 20.1% | $134,400 |
| Hytop | 726 | $66,458 | 11.7% | $144,800 |
| Pleasant Groves | 485 | $60,759 | 11.8% | $159,500 |
Cities Similar to Dutton
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joppa | 448 | N/A | $155,900 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Fulton | 431 | $60,926 | $117,300 | 10.3% | 0.7% |
| Hatton | 405 | N/A | N/A | 6.8% | 19.3% |
| Hodges | 420 | $69,286 | $153,300 | 13.9% | 12.7% |
| Hackneyville | 471 | N/A | N/A | 3.7% | 10.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 435, Dutton'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
Dutton is a small community located in Alabama, within Jackson County. The total population is 435. It ranks as the 434th most populous out of 592 Census-designated places in Alabama.
Age Demographics
The median age in Dutton is 39.7 years. This is 1% higher than the state median of 39.3 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Dutton is $63,750. This is about the same as the state median of $63,999. It is also 21% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 17.0%. This is 9% higher than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. The unemployment rate is 3.5%. This is 25% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $113,800. Housing costs are 46% lower than the state median of $209,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.8x, Dutton is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 80.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 15% higher than the state average of 70.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Dutton has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.0%. The Asian population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 1.4%.
Education
12.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 56% 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 87.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Dutton, 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 Dutton, Alabama?
Dutton, Alabama has a population of 435 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Dutton, AL?
The median household income in Dutton is $63,750, which is 21% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Dutton, AL?
The poverty rate in Dutton is 17.0%. This means approximately 74 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Dutton, Alabama?
Dutton's population is 91.3% White, 0.0% Black, 3.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.5% Asian.
What is the median home value in Dutton, AL?
The median home value in Dutton is $113,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.8x.
How educated is Dutton, Alabama?
12.4% of adults (25+) in Dutton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.