Edgewater, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Edgewater, Alabama had a total population of 670, the 387th largest community in Alabama. The poverty rate is 20.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Edgewater Quick Facts
How Edgewater 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 | 694 | 670 | -3.5% |
How Edgewater 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 53 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Edgewater Rankings in Alabama
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Other Cities in Jefferson County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham | 198,173 | $46,051 | 24.7% | $158,800 |
| Hoover | 92,642 | $109,253 | 5.1% | $412,200 |
| Vestavia Hills | 38,616 | $134,369 | 10.0% | $530,000 |
| Homewood | 27,829 | $94,485 | 8.9% | $558,500 |
| Trussville | 26,673 | $123,275 | 1.1% | $370,300 |
| Bessemer | 25,400 | $39,613 | 28.0% | $135,900 |
| Mountain Brook | 22,029 | $201,479 | 3.2% | $916,300 |
| Helena | 21,769 | $115,139 | 3.2% | $330,700 |
| Gardendale | 16,534 | $82,192 | 4.3% | $252,600 |
| Hueytown | 16,414 | $62,784 | 16.2% | $155,300 |
Cities Similar to Edgewater
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valley Head | 669 | $45,889 | $59,800 | 12.7% | 6.0% |
| Pinckard | 672 | $58,162 | $158,900 | 15.6% | 13.7% |
| Perdido | 676 | $38,458 | N/A | 2.7% | 21.3% |
| Forkland | 660 | $29,423 | $66,200 | 15.8% | 19.7% |
| Woodland | 682 | $170,223 | $416,700 | 62.0% | 7.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 670, Edgewater'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
Edgewater is a small community located in Alabama, within Jefferson County. The total population is 670. It ranks as the 387th most populous out of 592 Census-designated places in Alabama.
Age Demographics
The median age in Edgewater is 52.9 years. This is 35% higher than the state median of 39.3 years. Only 4.6% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 20.2%. This is 29% higher than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Edgewater, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 87.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 24% higher than the state average of 70.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Edgewater is Black or African American, making up 73.4% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 22.2%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (22.2%) is well below the state average of 63.4%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (73.4% vs 25.6%).
Education
17.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 38% 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 94.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Edgewater, 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 Edgewater, Alabama?
Edgewater, Alabama has a population of 670 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Edgewater, AL?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Edgewater — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Edgewater, AL?
The poverty rate in Edgewater is 20.2%. This means approximately 135 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Edgewater, Alabama?
Edgewater's population is 22.2% White, 73.4% Black, 4.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Edgewater, AL?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Edgewater — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Edgewater, Alabama?
17.4% of adults (25+) in Edgewater hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.