Glencoe, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Glencoe, Alabama had a total population of 5,353, the 112th largest city in Alabama, with a median household income of $68,517, which is 7% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.6%.
Glencoe Quick Facts
How Glencoe 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 | 5,077 | 5,353 | +5.4% |
| Median household income | $74,199 | $68,517 | No clear change (-7.7%) |
| Median home value¹ | $190,144 | $206,100 | No clear change (+8.4%) |
| Median gross rent | $684 | $736 | No clear change (+7.6%) |
How Glencoe 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: 94.1%
- Black: 1.3%
- Hispanic: 0.2%
- Asian: 1.2%
- Other: 0.0%
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: 5.6%
- HS Diploma: 35.9%
- Some College: 20.0%
- Associate's: 14.1%
- Bachelor's: 13.4%
- Graduate+: 11.0%
Glencoe Rankings in Alabama
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Other Cities in Calhoun County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxford | 22,063 | $74,268 | 15.8% | $170,900 |
| Anniston | 21,271 | $46,668 | 20.6% | $158,800 |
| Jacksonville | 14,437 | $51,814 | 23.1% | $185,500 |
| Saks | 10,681 | $49,753 | 20.0% | $116,400 |
| Southside | 9,483 | $76,487 | 4.4% | $226,500 |
| Piedmont | 4,740 | $40,506 | 19.9% | $114,800 |
| Alexandria | 3,475 | $85,089 | 11.0% | $197,700 |
| West End-Cobb Town | 3,453 | $55,323 | 22.7% | $83,900 |
| Weaver | 3,324 | $49,435 | 15.7% | $162,300 |
| Choccolocco | 2,620 | $78,858 | 8.6% | $262,900 |
Cities Similar to Glencoe
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Odenville | 5,197 | $70,296 | $223,600 | 21.5% | 15.0% |
| Tallassee | 5,134 | $66,752 | $144,600 | 12.7% | 10.9% |
| Smiths Station | 5,496 | $64,669 | $203,300 | 22.5% | 14.1% |
| Semmes | 5,626 | $66,417 | $215,600 | 18.0% | 22.5% |
| Theodore | 4,964 | $67,864 | $154,900 | 22.5% | 20.7% |
Population Overview
Glencoe is a small city located in Alabama, within Calhoun County. The total population is 5,353. It ranks as the 112th most populous out of 592 Census-designated places in Alabama.
Age Demographics
The median age in Glencoe is 38.2 years. This is 3% lower than the state median of 39.3 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Glencoe is $68,517. This is 7% higher than the state median of $63,999. It is also 15% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.6%. This is 32% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. The unemployment rate is 3.2%. This is 32% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $206,100. Housing costs are 2% lower than the state median of $209,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x. 81.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 16% higher than the state average of 70.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Glencoe has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.1% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 1.3%. The Black or African American population (1.3%) is well below the state average of 25.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 5.6%.
Education
24.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 14% 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 94.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Glencoe, 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 Glencoe, Alabama?
Glencoe, Alabama has a population of 5,353 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Glencoe, AL?
The median household income in Glencoe is $68,517, which is 15% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Glencoe, AL?
The poverty rate in Glencoe is 10.6%. This means approximately 547 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Glencoe, Alabama?
Glencoe's population is 94.1% White, 1.3% Black, 0.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.2% Asian.
What is the median home value in Glencoe, AL?
The median home value in Glencoe is $206,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x.
How educated is Glencoe, Alabama?
24.4% of adults (25+) in Glencoe hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.