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Haleyville, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026

High PovertyPoverty rate of 25.2% is well above the state average
Very AffordableHome value to income ratio of 2.3x is exceptionally low

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Haleyville, Alabama had a total population of 4,271, the 135th largest city in Alabama, with a median household income of $42,058, which is 34% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 25.2%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Key Takeaways

Haleyville Quick Facts

Population 4,271
Median Household Income $42,058
Median Home Value $97,600
Poverty Rate 25.2%
Unemployment Rate 5.6%
Median Age 33.3 years
Homeownership Rate 48.9%
Affordability Ratio 2.3x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 8.0%
High School Graduation Rate 72.2%
Diversity Index 34/100
Population 4,271 135th of 592
Median Income $42,058 bottom 30%
Poverty Rate 25.2% 103% higher than national
Median Home Value $97,600 bottom 20%

How Haleyville Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population4,2834,271-0.3%
Median household income$40,538$42,058+3.7%
Median home value$96,300$97,600+1.3%

How Haleyville Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 27.7%
$25K-$50K 28.7%
$50K-$100K 31.2%
$100K+ 12.4%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
8.2%
$10K-$15K
6.0%
$15K-$20K
6.2%
$20K-$25K
7.3%
$25K-$30K
5.8%
$30K-$35K
8.2%
$35K-$40K
4.9%
$40K-$45K
7.7%
$45K-$50K
2.1%
$50K-$60K
4.1%
$60K-$75K
12.1%
$75K-$100K
15.0%
$100K-$125K
7.5%
$125K-$150K
2.1%
$150K-$200K
2.2%
$200K+
0.6%

Employment

5.6% Unemployment Rate State: 4.7%|National: 5.2%
55.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 48.9%
Renter 51.1%
Affordability Index Very Affordable
2.3x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $758/mo 21.6% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

34out of 100
Low Diversity

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

State average: 53 | National average: 61

Education

Haleyville Rankings in Alabama

#135 Population of 592
#411 Median Income of 537
#481 Education of 592
#428 Home Value of 529

Other Cities in Marion County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Hamilton 6,922 $54,871 16.7% $106,300
Winfield 4,999 $49,688 12.5% $165,500
Guin 2,381 $51,117 18.3% $112,000
Hackleburg 1,709 $42,292 24.0% $104,700
Bear Creek 1,474 $50,188 16.4% $96,900
Brilliant 1,097 $47,125 36.2% $47,200
Twin 475 $52,639 12.2% $95,600
Glen Allen 372 $46,313 10.3% $89,600
Gu-Win 178 $63,942 7.3% $177,800

Cities Similar to Haleyville

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Geneva4,225$47,102$100,60014.6%27.3%
Fayette4,164$36,473$122,00018.7%42.0%
Citronelle3,913$43,870$193,50012.1%22.5%
Piedmont4,740$40,506$114,80015.4%19.9%
Jackson4,589$37,948$130,90018.3%26.1%

Population Overview

Haleyville is a small community located in Alabama, within Marion County. The total population is 4,271. It ranks as the 135th most populous out of 592 Census-designated places in Alabama.

Age Demographics

The median age in Haleyville is 33.3 years. This is 15% lower than the state median of 39.3 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Haleyville is $42,058. This is 34% lower than the state median of $63,999. It is also 48% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 25.2%. This is 61% 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 5.6%. This is 19% higher than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $97,600. Housing costs are 54% lower than the state median of $209,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.3x, Haleyville is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 48.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 30% lower than the state average of 70.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Haleyville is White (non-Hispanic), making up 79.7% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 14.3%. The Black or African American population (4.1%) is well below the state average of 25.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (14.3% vs 5.6%). The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 1.4%.

Education

8.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 72% 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 72.2%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Haleyville, 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 Haleyville, Alabama?

Haleyville, Alabama has a population of 4,271 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Haleyville, AL?

The median household income in Haleyville is $42,058, which is 48% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Haleyville, AL?

The poverty rate in Haleyville is 25.2%. This means approximately 1,052 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Haleyville, Alabama?

Haleyville's population is 79.7% White, 4.1% Black, 14.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.4% Asian.

What is the median home value in Haleyville, AL?

The median home value in Haleyville is $97,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.3x.

How educated is Haleyville, Alabama?

8.0% of adults (25+) in Haleyville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.