Faunsdale, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Faunsdale, Alabama had a total population of 140, the 544th largest town in Alabama, with a median household income of $99,583, which is 56% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 0.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 56% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Alabama.
Faunsdale Quick Facts
How Faunsdale 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 | 180 | 140 | -22.2% |
| Median household income | $79,773 | $99,583 | +24.8% |
How Faunsdale 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+)
Faunsdale Rankings in Alabama
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Other Cities in Marengo County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Demopolis | 6,908 | $34,802 | 25.9% | $183,600 |
| Linden | 1,961 | $38,667 | 23.1% | $92,400 |
| Thomaston | 308 | $58,125 | 21.4% | $92,700 |
| Sweet Water | 216 | $52,411 | 3.7% | $161,600 |
| Providence | 112 | $50,000 | 17.9% | $165,900 |
| Myrtlewood | 78 | $95,469 | 0.0% | $68,500 |
| Putnam | 75 | $39,141 | 34.7% | $89,000 |
| Dayton | 46 | N/A | 6.5% | N/A |
| Nanafalia | 16 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Faunsdale
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Five Points | 139 | N/A | $119,800 | 4.9% | 15.8% |
| Bristow Cove | 144 | N/A | N/A | 15.7% | 10.4% |
| Eldridge | 133 | $98,542 | $131,300 | 11.7% | 10.1% |
| Ridgeville | 130 | N/A | $78,300 | 26.9% | 28.5% |
| Morrison Crossroads | 151 | N/A | $151,800 | 21.2% | 17.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 140, Faunsdale'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
Faunsdale is a small community located in Alabama, within Marengo County. The total population is 140. It ranks as the 544th most populous out of 592 Census-designated places in Alabama.
Age Demographics
The median age in Faunsdale is 20.8 years. This is 47% lower than the state median of 39.3 years. With 33.6% of the population under 18, Faunsdale has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Faunsdale is $99,583. This is 56% higher than the state median of $63,999. It is also 23% higher than the national median of $80,734. The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in Faunsdale. In a community this small the estimate rests on very few survey responses, so it should be read as an absence of measurement rather than a measured absence of poverty. The survey records no unemployed residents in Faunsdale, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 92.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 31% higher than the state average of 70.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Faunsdale is White (non-Hispanic), making up 78.6% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 21.4%.
Education
11.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 61% 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 61.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Faunsdale, 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 Faunsdale, Alabama?
Faunsdale, Alabama has a population of 140 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Faunsdale, AL?
The median household income in Faunsdale is $99,583, which is 23% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Faunsdale, AL?
The ACS sample for Faunsdale recorded no residents below the federal poverty line. Because the community is small, this indicates that the survey did not capture poverty here rather than that no poverty exists — the estimate carries a wide margin of error.
What is the racial makeup of Faunsdale, Alabama?
Faunsdale's population is 78.6% White, 21.4% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Faunsdale, AL?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Faunsdale — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Faunsdale, Alabama?
11.1% of adults (25+) in Faunsdale hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.