Fredonia, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Fredonia, Alabama had a total population of 329, the 464th largest community in Alabama. The poverty rate is 76.3%.
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (76.3%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Unemployment rate of 85.3% is notably above the national average.
Fredonia Quick Facts
How Fredonia 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 | 229 | 329 | No clear change (+43.7%) |
How Fredonia 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: 61.4%
- Black: 38.6%
- 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: 14.3%
- HS Diploma: 47.6%
- Some College: 23.8%
- Associate's: 0.0%
- Bachelor's: 14.3%
- Graduate+: 0.0%
Fredonia 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 |
| Abanda | 257 | $115,388 | 0.0% | $415,500 |
| Cusseta | 148 | $80,385 | 23.6% | N/A |
| Five Points | 139 | N/A | 15.8% | $119,800 |
| Penton | 93 | N/A | 31.2% | $221,400 |
| Standing Rock | 56 | $44,167 | 28.6% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Fredonia
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nances Creek | 330 | N/A | $222,100 | 26.5% | 15.2% |
| Axis | 326 | $95,977 | $208,300 | 7.8% | 0.0% |
| Newbern | 325 | $35,521 | $87,100 | 4.1% | 12.9% |
| Gordon | 323 | N/A | $86,700 | 4.0% | 31.6% |
| Carolina | 337 | $60,250 | $152,500 | 21.2% | 32.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 329, Fredonia'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
Fredonia is a small community located in Alabama, within Chambers County. The total population is 329. It ranks as the 464th most populous out of 592 Census-designated places in Alabama.
Age Demographics
The median age in Fredonia is 28.2 years. This is 28% lower than the state median of 39.3 years. With 37.1% of the population under 18, Fredonia has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 76.3%. This is 388% 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 85.3%. This is 1714% higher than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $237,500. Housing costs are 13% higher than the state median of $209,900. 68.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% lower than the state average of 70.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Fredonia is White (non-Hispanic), making up 61.4% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 38.6%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (38.6% vs 25.6%).
Education
14.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 50% 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 85.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Fredonia, 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 Fredonia, Alabama?
Fredonia, Alabama has a population of 329 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Fredonia, AL?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Fredonia — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Fredonia, AL?
The poverty rate in Fredonia is 76.3%. This means approximately 251 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Fredonia, Alabama?
Fredonia's population is 61.4% White, 38.6% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Fredonia, AL?
The median home value in Fredonia is $237,500.
How educated is Fredonia, Alabama?
14.3% of adults (25+) in Fredonia hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.