Hatton, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Hatton, Alabama had a total population of 405, the 442nd largest community in Alabama. The poverty rate is 19.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 6.8% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 10.8% is notably above the national average.
Hatton Quick Facts
How Hatton Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 365 | 405 | +11.0% |
How Hatton Compares
Median Household Income
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Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
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Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 53 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Hatton Rankings in Alabama
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Other Cities in Lawrence County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moulton | 3,401 | $57,813 | 13.0% | $123,900 |
| Town Creek | 979 | $43,229 | 27.9% | $118,000 |
| Courtland | 723 | $47,679 | 35.5% | N/A |
| Hillsboro | 527 | $61,818 | 9.7% | $121,100 |
| North Courtland | 427 | $32,813 | 28.6% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Hatton
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shorter | 404 | $48,125 | $98,600 | 14.8% | 28.0% |
| River Falls | 403 | $35,104 | $99,300 | 3.9% | 9.4% |
| Anderson | 410 | $110,682 | $304,300 | 26.1% | 3.2% |
| Clayhatchee | 414 | $48,646 | $99,200 | 8.5% | 8.9% |
| Hodges | 420 | $69,286 | $153,300 | 13.9% | 12.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 405, Hatton'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
Hatton is a small community located in Alabama, within Lawrence County. The total population is 405. It ranks as the 442nd most populous out of 592 Census-designated places in Alabama.
Age Demographics
The median age in Hatton is 35.6 years. This is 9% lower than the state median of 39.3 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 19.3%. This is 23% higher than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. The unemployment rate is 10.8%. This is 129% higher than the state rate of 4.7%. 52.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 25% lower than the state average of 70.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Hatton is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. Asian residents account for 12.8%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (12.8% vs 1.4%).
Education
6.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 76% lower than the state rate of 28.4%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Hatton, 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 Hatton, Alabama?
Hatton, Alabama has a population of 405 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Hatton, AL?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Hatton — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Hatton, AL?
The poverty rate in Hatton is 19.3%. This means approximately 78 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Hatton, Alabama?
Hatton's population is 32.4% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 12.8% Asian.
What is the median home value in Hatton, AL?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Hatton — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Hatton, Alabama?
6.8% of adults (25+) in Hatton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.