Eva, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Eva, Alabama had a total population of 845, the 348th largest town in Alabama, with a median household income of $115,455, which is 80% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.5%.
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 80% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Alabama.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.1x.
Eva Quick Facts
How Eva 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 | 545 | 845 | +55.0% |
| Median household income | $94,097 | $115,455 | No clear change (+22.7%) |
| Median home value¹ | $191,252 | $246,500 | No clear change (+28.9%) |
How Eva 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: 93.1%
- Black: 0.0%
- Hispanic: 2.6%
- Asian: 0.0%
- Other: 3.4%
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: 6.8%
- HS Diploma: 29.3%
- Some College: 31.7%
- Associate's: 8.7%
- Bachelor's: 16.4%
- Graduate+: 7.1%
Eva Rankings in Alabama
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Other Cities in Morgan County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Decatur | 57,361 | $61,563 | 13.1% | $210,200 |
| Hartselle | 15,847 | $76,290 | 13.3% | $203,800 |
| Priceville | 3,726 | $117,127 | 2.2% | $266,400 |
| Trinity | 2,561 | $100,929 | 3.1% | $283,000 |
| Falkville | 1,606 | $46,888 | 14.9% | $139,600 |
| Somerville | 921 | $49,261 | 18.6% | $144,800 |
Cities Similar to Eva
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chatom | 834 | N/A | $174,100 | 29.1% | 32.6% |
| Shelby | 809 | N/A | $158,200 | 20.0% | 21.4% |
| Hollis Crossroads | 785 | N/A | $120,600 | 1.2% | 13.4% |
| Rosa | 777 | N/A | N/A | 5.5% | 6.3% |
| Redstone Arsenal | 858 | $140,114 | N/A | 62.5% | 10.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 845, Eva'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
Eva is a small community located in Alabama, within Morgan County. The total population is 845. It ranks as the 348th most populous out of 592 Census-designated places in Alabama.
Age Demographics
The median age in Eva is 46.3 years. This is 18% higher than the state median of 39.3 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Eva is $115,455. This is 80% higher than the state median of $63,999. It is also 43% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.5%. This is 45% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. The unemployment rate is 2.5%. This is 47% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $246,500. Housing costs are 17% higher than the state median of $209,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.1x, Eva is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 90.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 29% higher than the state average of 70.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Eva has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.6%) is well below the state average of 5.6%.
Education
23.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 17% 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 93.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Eva, 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 Eva, Alabama?
Eva, Alabama has a population of 845 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Eva, AL?
The median household income in Eva is $115,455, which is 43% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Eva, AL?
The poverty rate in Eva is 8.5%. This means approximately 72 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Eva, Alabama?
Eva's population is 93.1% White, 0.0% Black, 2.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Eva, AL?
The median home value in Eva is $246,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.1x.
How educated is Eva, Alabama?
23.5% of adults (25+) in Eva hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.