Holtville, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Holtville, Alabama had a total population of 5,158, the 117th largest community in Alabama, with a median household income of $76,652, which is 20% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.0%.
Holtville Quick Facts
How Holtville 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 | 4,449 | 5,158 | No clear change (+15.9%) |
| Median household income | $77,607 | $76,652 | No clear change (-1.2%) |
| Median home value¹ | $266,571 | $267,100 | No clear change (+0.2%) |
| Median gross rent | $996 | $954 | No clear change (-4.2%) |
How Holtville 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: 85.9%
- Black: 7.9%
- Hispanic: 0.4%
- 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: 8.2%
- HS Diploma: 36.8%
- Some College: 17.9%
- Associate's: 13.6%
- Bachelor's: 16.3%
- Graduate+: 7.2%
Holtville Rankings in Alabama
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Other Cities in Elmore County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prattville | 39,482 | $81,337 | 10.7% | $214,600 |
| Millbrook | 17,189 | $70,313 | 7.8% | $207,100 |
| Wetumpka | 7,437 | $57,763 | 9.9% | $203,900 |
| Tallassee | 5,134 | $66,752 | 10.9% | $144,600 |
| Redland | 4,982 | $130,278 | 1.4% | $317,100 |
| Emerald Mountain | 3,535 | $123,347 | 2.2% | $321,300 |
| Deatsville | 2,097 | $123,977 | 4.0% | $246,600 |
| Elmore | 1,517 | $48,696 | 40.3% | $107,500 |
| Blue Ridge | 1,190 | $128,482 | 6.2% | $314,900 |
| Eclectic | 1,141 | $49,904 | 14.0% | $161,800 |
Cities Similar to Holtville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Headland | 5,217 | $79,063 | $219,600 | 33.6% | 7.0% |
| Odenville | 5,197 | $70,296 | $223,600 | 21.5% | 15.0% |
| Springville | 5,081 | $84,231 | $284,300 | 39.8% | 4.1% |
| Tallassee | 5,134 | $66,752 | $144,600 | 12.7% | 10.9% |
| Glencoe | 5,353 | $68,517 | $206,100 | 24.4% | 10.6% |
Population Overview
Holtville is a small city located in Alabama, within Elmore County. The total population is 5,158. It ranks as the 117th most populous out of 592 Census-designated places in Alabama.
Age Demographics
The median age in Holtville is 32.5 years. This is 17% lower than the state median of 39.3 years. With 30.6% of the population under 18, Holtville has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Holtville is $76,652. This is 20% higher than the state median of $63,999. It is also 5% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.0%. This is 17% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. The unemployment rate is 5.0%. This is 5% higher than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $267,100. Housing costs are 27% higher than the state median of $209,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x. 76.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% higher than the state average of 70.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Holtville has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 85.9% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 7.9%. The Black or African American population (7.9%) is well below the state average of 25.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 5.6%.
Education
23.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 17% 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 91.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Holtville, 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 Holtville, Alabama?
Holtville, Alabama has a population of 5,158 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Holtville, AL?
The median household income in Holtville is $76,652, which is 5% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Holtville, AL?
The poverty rate in Holtville is 13.0%. This means approximately 670 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Holtville, Alabama?
Holtville's population is 85.9% White, 7.9% Black, 0.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Holtville, AL?
The median home value in Holtville is $267,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x.
How educated is Holtville, Alabama?
23.5% of adults (25+) in Holtville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.