Five Points, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Five Points, Alabama had a total population of 139, the 545th largest town in Alabama. The poverty rate is 15.8%.
Key Takeaways
- Only 4.9% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Five Points Quick Facts
How Five Points 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 | 107 | 139 | No clear change (+29.9%) |
| Median home value¹ | $105,718 | $119,800 | No clear change (+13.3%) |
How Five Points 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: 61.9%
- Black: 37.4%
- Hispanic: 0.0%
- Asian: 0.0%
- Other: 0.0%
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 53 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
- < High School: 11.0%
- HS Diploma: 47.6%
- Some College: 36.6%
- Associate's: 0.0%
- Bachelor's: 4.9%
- Graduate+: 0.0%
Five Points Rankings in Alabama
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Other Cities in Chambers County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valley | 10,277 | $51,661 | 14.9% | $140,800 |
| Lanett | 6,814 | $42,357 | 19.1% | $95,600 |
| La Fayette | 2,633 | $32,601 | 33.4% | $85,900 |
| Huguley | 2,577 | $43,750 | 10.8% | $141,500 |
| Fredonia | 329 | N/A | 76.3% | $237,500 |
| Abanda | 257 | $115,388 | 0.0% | $415,500 |
| Cusseta | 148 | $80,385 | 23.6% | N/A |
| Penton | 93 | N/A | 31.2% | $221,400 |
| Standing Rock | 56 | $44,167 | 28.6% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Five Points
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Faunsdale | 140 | $99,583 | N/A | 11.1% | 0.0% |
| Bon Air | 141 | $38,000 | $73,000 | 2.4% | 30.7% |
| Paint Rock | 141 | $51,250 | $75,000 | 6.3% | 5.7% |
| Bristow Cove | 144 | N/A | N/A | 15.7% | 10.4% |
| Eldridge | 133 | $98,542 | $131,300 | 11.7% | 10.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 139, Five Points'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
Five Points is a small community located in Alabama, within Chambers County. The total population is 139. It ranks as the 545th most populous out of 592 Census-designated places in Alabama.
Age Demographics
The median age in Five Points is 49.3 years. This is 25% higher than the state median of 39.3 years. Only 6.5% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 15.8%. This is 1% higher than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. The unemployment rate is 3.0%. This is 36% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $119,800. Housing costs are 43% lower than the state median of $209,900. 91.8% 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 Five Points is White (non-Hispanic), making up 61.9% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 37.4%.
Education
4.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 83% 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 89.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Five Points, 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 Five Points, Alabama?
Five Points, Alabama has a population of 139 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Five Points, AL?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Five Points — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Five Points, AL?
The poverty rate in Five Points is 15.8%. This means approximately 22 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Five Points, Alabama?
Five Points's population is 61.9% White, 37.4% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Five Points, AL?
The median home value in Five Points is $119,800.
How educated is Five Points, Alabama?
4.9% of adults (25+) in Five Points hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.