Hollis Crossroads, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Hollis Crossroads, Alabama had a total population of 785, the 362nd largest community in Alabama. The poverty rate is 13.4%.
Key Takeaways
- Only 1.2% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Hollis Crossroads Quick Facts
How Hollis Crossroads 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 | 679 | 785 | No clear change (+15.6%) |
| Median home value¹ | $111,994 | $120,600 | No clear change (+7.7%) |
How Hollis Crossroads 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: 86.9%
- Black: 9.9%
- Hispanic: 3.2%
- Asian: 0.0%
- Other: 0.0%
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: 8.0%
- HS Diploma: 50.4%
- Some College: 19.9%
- Associate's: 20.4%
- Bachelor's: 1.2%
- Graduate+: 0.0%
Hollis Crossroads Rankings in Alabama
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Other Cities in Cleburne County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heflin | 3,467 | $46,711 | 17.9% | $171,700 |
| Ranburne | 556 | $81,625 | 3.6% | $238,300 |
| Fruithurst | 554 | $50,903 | 17.3% | $95,500 |
| Edwardsville | 238 | $79,250 | 5.0% | $143,800 |
Cities Similar to Hollis Crossroads
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia | 785 | $62,000 | $156,800 | 6.2% | 11.8% |
| Jacksons' Gap | 786 | $32,228 | $114,100 | 7.8% | 18.3% |
| Reece City | 784 | $66,705 | $153,800 | 24.4% | 6.1% |
| Holly Pond | 782 | $42,333 | $200,000 | 11.9% | 23.0% |
| Carrollton | 781 | $31,000 | $145,800 | 11.2% | 22.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 785, Hollis Crossroads'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
Hollis Crossroads is a small community located in Alabama, within Cleburne County. The total population is 785. It ranks as the 362nd most populous out of 592 Census-designated places in Alabama.
Age Demographics
The median age in Hollis Crossroads is 35.3 years. This is 10% lower than the state median of 39.3 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 13.4%. This is 14% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Hollis Crossroads, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $120,600. Housing costs are 43% lower than the state median of $209,900. 88.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 26% higher than the state average of 70.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Hollis Crossroads has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.9% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 9.9%. The Black or African American population (9.9%) is well below the state average of 25.6%.
Education
1.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 96% 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 92.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Hollis Crossroads, 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 Hollis Crossroads, Alabama?
Hollis Crossroads, Alabama has a population of 785 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Hollis Crossroads, AL?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Hollis Crossroads — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Hollis Crossroads, AL?
The poverty rate in Hollis Crossroads is 13.4%. This means approximately 105 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Hollis Crossroads, Alabama?
Hollis Crossroads's population is 86.9% White, 9.9% Black, 3.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Hollis Crossroads, AL?
The median home value in Hollis Crossroads is $120,600.
How educated is Hollis Crossroads, Alabama?
1.2% of adults (25+) in Hollis Crossroads hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.