Elberta town, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Elberta town, Alabama Demographics
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As of 2026, Elberta town, Alabama has a total population of 2,209, the 215th largest city in Alabama, with a median household income of $57,996, which is 6% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 22.1%.

Key Takeaways

Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.2%.

Elberta town Quick Facts

Population 2,209

Median Household Income $57,996

Median Home Value $215,600

Poverty Rate 22.1%

Unemployment Rate 2.2%

Median Age 49.8 years

Homeownership Rate 70.4%

Affordability Ratio 3.7x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 18.5%

High School Graduation Rate 88.0%

Diversity Index 18/100

Population 2,209 215th of 589

Median Income $57,996 average

Poverty Rate 22.1% 78% higher national

Median Home Value $215,600 top 20%

How Elberta town Compares

Median Household Income

Elberta town

$57,996

$62,027

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Elberta town

$215,600

$195,100

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 17.7%

$25K-$50K 23.9%

$50K-$100K 39.9%

$100K+ 18.5%

Employment

2.2% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8% | National: 5.2%

58.8% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 70.4%

Renter 29.6%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.7x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

14.7%

18-34

24.2%

35-54

23.1%

55-74

29.1%

75+

9.0%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 52 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Elberta town Rankings in Alabama

#215 Population of 589

#226 Median Income of 589

#230 Education of 589

#87 Home Value of 589

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Cities Similar to Elberta town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Cowarts town	2,189	$57,734	$176,100	11.6%	15.5%
Kinsey town	2,175	$51,042	$114,800	10.2%	16.8%
Riverside city	2,247	$67,750	$214,100	19.9%	17.5%
Wilsonville town	2,097	$65,417	$238,500	22.2%	12.8%
Whitesboro CDP	2,098	$66,215	$117,900	13.8%	8.6%

Population Overview

Elberta town is a small community located in Alabama. The total population is 2,209. It ranks as the 215th most populous out of 589 cities and towns in Alabama.

Age Demographics

The median age in Elberta town is 49.8 years. This is 27% higher than the state median of 39.3 years. Only 14.7% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Elberta town is $57,996. This is 6% lower than the state median of $62,027. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 26% lower. The poverty rate stands at 22.1%. This is 41% 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 unemployment rate is 2.2%. This is 55% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $215,600. Housing costs are 11% higher than the state median of $195,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x. 70.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.

Race & Ethnicity

Elberta town has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.0% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.4%. The Black or African American population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 25.9%.

Education

18.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 34% lower than the state rate of 27.8%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 88.0%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Elberta town, Alabama is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Alabama state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 589 Census-designated places in Alabama. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Elberta town, Alabama?

Elberta town, Alabama has a population of 2,209 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Elberta town, AL?

The median household income in Elberta town is $57,996, which is 26% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Elberta town, AL?

The poverty rate in Elberta town is 22.1%. This means approximately 486 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Elberta town, Alabama?

Elberta town's population is 90.0% White, 0.3% Black, 4.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Elberta town, AL?

The median home value in Elberta town is $215,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x.

How educated is Elberta town, Alabama?

18.5% of adults (25+) in Elberta town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.