Grant town, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Grant town, Alabama Demographics
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As of 2026, Grant town, Alabama has a total population of 1,410, the 277th largest city in Alabama, with a median household income of $88,571, which is 43% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.8%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 43% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Alabama.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.3%.

Grant town Quick Facts

Population 1,410

Median Household Income $88,571

Median Home Value $222,200

Poverty Rate 7.8%

Unemployment Rate 2.3%

Median Age 29.4 years

Homeownership Rate 83.9%

Affordability Ratio 2.5x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 27.0%

High School Graduation Rate 87.4%

Diversity Index 13/100

Population 1,410 277th of 589

Median Income $88,571 top 10%

Poverty Rate 7.8% 37% lower national

Median Home Value $222,200 top 20%

How Grant town Compares

Median Household Income

Grant town

$88,571

$62,027

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Grant town

$222,200

$195,100

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 12.0%

$25K-$50K 12.3%

$50K-$100K 31.0%

$100K+ 44.6%

Employment

2.3% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8% | National: 5.2%

61.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 83.9%

Renter 16.1%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.5x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

31.6%

18-34

27.9%

35-54

16.7%

55-74

18.4%

75+

5.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 52 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Grant town Rankings in Alabama

#277 Population of 589

#54 Median Income of 589

#117 Education of 589

#80 Home Value of 589

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Cities Similar to Grant town

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Millport town	1,417	$77,292	$101,700	7.5%	18.4%
Hayden town	1,453	$80,625	$233,500	19.6%	13.6%
Susan Moore town	1,323	$81,875	$117,600	11.9%	11.9%
Rock Creek CDP	1,313	$80,063	$156,900	6.4%	7.7%
Magnolia Springs town	1,278	$93,000	$399,100	53.7%	12.0%

Population Overview

Grant town is a small community located in Alabama. The total population is 1,410. It ranks as the 277th most populous out of 589 cities and towns in Alabama.

Age Demographics

The median age in Grant town is 29.4 years. This is 25% lower than the state median of 39.3 years. With 31.6% of the population under 18, Grant town has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Grant town is $88,571. This is 43% higher than the state median of $62,027. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 13% higher. The poverty rate stands at 7.8%. This is 50% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. The unemployment rate is 2.3%. This is 52% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $222,200. Housing costs are 14% higher than the state median of $195,100. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.5x, Grant town is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 83.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 20% higher than the state average of 69.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Grant town has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.7%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 1.4%.

Education

27.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 3% lower than the state rate of 27.8%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 87.4%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Grant town, Alabama is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Alabama state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 589 Census-designated places in Alabama. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Grant town, Alabama?

Grant town, Alabama has a population of 1,410 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Grant town, AL?

The median household income in Grant town is $88,571, which is 13% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Grant town, AL?

The poverty rate in Grant town is 7.8%. This means approximately 109 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Grant town, Alabama?

Grant town's population is 93.3% White, 0.0% Black, 3.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.4% Asian.

What is the median home value in Grant town, AL?

The median home value in Grant town is $222,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.5x.

How educated is Grant town, Alabama?

27.0% of adults (25+) in Grant town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.