Hollywood, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Hollywood, Alabama had a total population of 942, the 330th largest town in Alabama, with a median household income of $51,071, which is 20% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.6%.
Key Takeaways
- Only 7.1% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.5%.
Hollywood Quick Facts
How Hollywood 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 | 1,164 | 942 | No clear change (-19.1%) |
| Median household income | $49,228 | $51,071 | No clear change (+3.7%) |
| Median home value¹ | $91,442 | $113,200 | No clear change (+23.8%) |
| Median gross rent | $1,062 | $1,096 | No clear change (+3.2%) |
How Hollywood 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: 83.5%
- Black: 7.5%
- Hispanic: 5.5%
- Asian: 0.0%
- Other: 2.0%
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: 25.0%
- HS Diploma: 32.6%
- Some College: 26.7%
- Associate's: 8.6%
- Bachelor's: 5.5%
- Graduate+: 1.5%
Hollywood Rankings in Alabama
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Other Cities in Jackson County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scottsboro | 15,712 | $53,929 | 18.6% | $190,400 |
| Bridgeport | 2,246 | $34,481 | 32.7% | $94,000 |
| Stevenson | 1,995 | $53,958 | 17.0% | $156,900 |
| Skyline | 1,126 | $44,307 | 18.0% | $123,800 |
| Section | 1,069 | $47,500 | 22.2% | $156,000 |
| Woodville | 947 | $54,000 | 10.9% | $184,600 |
| Pisgah | 923 | $54,167 | 20.1% | $134,400 |
| Hytop | 726 | $66,458 | 11.7% | $144,800 |
| Pleasant Groves | 485 | $60,759 | 11.8% | $159,500 |
| Dutton | 435 | $63,750 | 17.0% | $113,800 |
Cities Similar to Hollywood
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodville | 947 | $54,000 | $184,600 | 15.4% | 10.9% |
| Somerville | 921 | $49,261 | $144,800 | 11.2% | 18.6% |
| Pisgah | 923 | $54,167 | $134,400 | 29.7% | 20.1% |
| Littleville | 932 | $55,817 | $142,400 | 14.5% | 11.4% |
| Vandiver | 990 | $49,783 | $104,600 | 11.2% | 17.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 942, Hollywood'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
Hollywood is a small community located in Alabama, within Jackson County. The total population is 942. It ranks as the 330th most populous out of 592 Census-designated places in Alabama.
Age Demographics
The median age in Hollywood is 42.8 years. This is 9% higher than the state median of 39.3 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Hollywood is $51,071. This is 20% lower than the state median of $63,999. It is also 37% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.6%. This is 13% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. The unemployment rate is 0.5%. This is 89% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $113,200. Housing costs are 46% lower than the state median of $209,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x, Hollywood is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 64.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% lower than the state average of 70.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Hollywood is White (non-Hispanic), making up 83.5% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 7.5%. The Black or African American population (7.5%) is well below the state average of 25.6%.
Education
7.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 75% 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 75.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Hollywood, 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 Hollywood, Alabama?
Hollywood, Alabama has a population of 942 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Hollywood, AL?
The median household income in Hollywood is $51,071, which is 37% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Hollywood, AL?
The poverty rate in Hollywood is 13.6%. This means approximately 127 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Hollywood, Alabama?
Hollywood's population is 83.5% White, 7.5% Black, 5.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Hollywood, AL?
The median home value in Hollywood is $113,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.2x.
How educated is Hollywood, Alabama?
7.1% of adults (25+) in Hollywood hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.