Hartselle, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Hartselle, Alabama had a total population of 15,847, the 47th largest city in Alabama, with a median household income of $76,290, which is 19% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.3%.
Hartselle Quick Facts
How Hartselle 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 | 14,428 | 15,847 | +9.8% |
| Median household income | $73,470 | $76,290 | No clear change (+3.8%) |
| Median home value¹ | $182,883 | $203,800 | No clear change (+11.4%) |
| Median gross rent | $838 | $804 | No clear change (-4.1%) |
How Hartselle 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: 86.2%
- Black: 6.7%
- Hispanic: 2.5%
- Asian: 0.1%
- Other: 0.4%
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: 7.9%
- HS Diploma: 30.8%
- Some College: 24.7%
- Associate's: 8.7%
- Bachelor's: 17.4%
- Graduate+: 10.5%
Hartselle Rankings in Alabama
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Other Cities in Morgan County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Decatur | 57,361 | $61,563 | 13.1% | $210,200 |
| Priceville | 3,726 | $117,127 | 2.2% | $266,400 |
| Trinity | 2,561 | $100,929 | 3.1% | $283,000 |
| Falkville | 1,606 | $46,888 | 14.9% | $139,600 |
| Somerville | 921 | $49,261 | 18.6% | $144,800 |
| Eva | 845 | $115,455 | 8.5% | $246,500 |
Cities Similar to Hartselle
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gulf Shores | 16,401 | $78,188 | $382,700 | 39.9% | 11.5% |
| Muscle Shoals | 16,951 | $75,894 | $199,700 | 24.0% | 12.8% |
| Gardendale | 16,534 | $82,192 | $252,600 | 31.2% | 4.3% |
| Millbrook | 17,189 | $70,313 | $207,100 | 30.9% | 7.8% |
| Hueytown | 16,414 | $62,784 | $155,300 | 21.0% | 16.2% |
Population Overview
Hartselle is a small city located in Alabama, within Morgan County. The total population is 15,847. It ranks as the 47th most populous out of 592 Census-designated places in Alabama.
Age Demographics
The median age in Hartselle is 38.5 years. This is 2% lower than the state median of 39.3 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Hartselle is $76,290. This is 19% higher than the state median of $63,999. It is also 6% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.3%. This is 15% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. The unemployment rate is 3.1%. This is 34% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $203,800. Housing costs are 3% lower than the state median of $209,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, Hartselle is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 78.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 11% higher than the state average of 70.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Hartselle has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.2% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 6.7%. The Black or African American population (6.7%) is well below the state average of 25.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.5%) is well below the state average of 5.6%. The Asian population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 1.4%.
Education
27.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 2% 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 92.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Hartselle, 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 Hartselle, Alabama?
Hartselle, Alabama has a population of 15,847 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Hartselle, AL?
The median household income in Hartselle is $76,290, which is 6% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Hartselle, AL?
The poverty rate in Hartselle is 13.3%. This means approximately 2,092 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Hartselle, Alabama?
Hartselle's population is 86.2% White, 6.7% Black, 2.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.1% Asian.
What is the median home value in Hartselle, AL?
The median home value in Hartselle is $203,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.7x.
How educated is Hartselle, Alabama?
27.9% of adults (25+) in Hartselle hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.