Hodges, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Hodges, Alabama had a total population of 420, the 439th largest town in Alabama, with a median household income of $69,286, which is 8% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x.
- Unemployment rate of 10.2% is notably above the national average.
Hodges Quick Facts
How Hodges 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 | 306 | 420 | +37.3% |
| Median household income | $66,875 | $69,286 | +3.6% |
| Median home value | $95,000 | $153,300 | +61.4% |
How Hodges Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
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+)
Hodges Rankings in Alabama
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Other Cities in Franklin County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Russellville | 10,799 | $58,231 | 20.0% | $123,800 |
| Red Bay | 3,201 | $37,473 | 20.2% | $108,200 |
| Phil Campbell | 780 | $42,969 | 22.9% | $113,600 |
| Vina | 358 | $44,167 | 30.4% | $57,000 |
| Spruce Pine | 189 | $97,978 | 11.6% | N/A |
| Belgreen | 58 | $47,946 | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Hodges
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hatton | 405 | N/A | N/A | 6.8% | 19.3% |
| Joppa | 448 | N/A | $155,900 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Dutton | 435 | $63,750 | $113,800 | 12.4% | 17.0% |
| Fulton | 431 | $60,926 | $117,300 | 10.3% | 0.7% |
| Hackneyville | 471 | N/A | N/A | 3.7% | 10.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 420, Hodges'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
Hodges is a small community located in Alabama, within Franklin County. The total population is 420. It ranks as the 439th most populous out of 592 Census-designated places in Alabama.
Age Demographics
The median age in Hodges is 35.3 years. This is 10% lower than the state median of 39.3 years. With 30.0% of the population under 18, Hodges has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Hodges is $69,286. This is 8% higher than the state median of $63,999. It is also 14% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.7%. This is 19% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. The unemployment rate is 10.2%. This is 116% higher than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $153,300. Housing costs are 27% lower than the state median of $209,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x, Hodges is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 84.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 20% higher than the state average of 70.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Hodges was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
13.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 51% 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 86.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Hodges, 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 Hodges, Alabama?
Hodges, Alabama has a population of 420 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Hodges, AL?
The median household income in Hodges is $69,286, which is 14% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Hodges, AL?
The poverty rate in Hodges is 12.7%. This means approximately 53 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Hodges, Alabama?
Hodges's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Hodges, AL?
The median home value in Hodges is $153,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.2x.
How educated is Hodges, Alabama?
13.9% of adults (25+) in Hodges hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.