Hurtsboro town, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Hurtsboro town, Alabama Demographics
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As of 2026, Hurtsboro town, Alabama has a total population of 568, the 403rd largest city in Alabama, with a median household income of $35,781, which is 42% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.8%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 42% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.1%.

Hurtsboro town Quick Facts

Population 568

Median Household Income $35,781

Median Home Value $113,500

Poverty Rate 11.8%

Unemployment Rate 1.1%

Median Age 27.9 years

Homeownership Rate 65.3%

Affordability Ratio 3.2x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 15.3%

High School Graduation Rate 89.5%

Diversity Index 38/100

Population 568 403rd of 589

Median Income $35,781 bottom 20%

Poverty Rate 11.8% 5% lower national

Median Home Value $113,500 below average

How Hurtsboro town Compares

Median Household Income

Hurtsboro town

$35,781

$62,027

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Hurtsboro town

$113,500

$195,100

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 39.4%

$25K-$50K 22.5%

$50K-$100K 27.2%

$100K+ 10.8%

Employment

1.1% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8% | National: 5.2%

54.8% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 65.3%

Renter 34.7%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.2x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

17.3%

18-34

35.6%

35-54

11.6%

55-74

32.2%

75+

3.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 52 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Hurtsboro town Rankings in Alabama

#403 Population of 589

#467 Median Income of 589

#293 Education of 589

#348 Home Value of 589

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Cities Similar to Hurtsboro town

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Mulga town	589	$34,844	$56,800	3.8%	23.5%
Red Level town	560	$39,750	$100,000	8.0%	23.6%
Jacksons' Gap town	554	$31,667	$108,700	7.4%	15.7%
West Jefferson town	527	$36,667	$136,400	6.7%	13.1%
River Falls town	534	$33,281	$85,700	8.8%	21.5%

Population Overview

Hurtsboro town is a small community located in Alabama. The total population is 568. It ranks as the 403rd most populous out of 589 cities and towns in Alabama.

Age Demographics

The median age in Hurtsboro town is 27.9 years. This is 29% lower than the state median of 39.3 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Hurtsboro town is $35,781. This is 42% lower than the state median of $62,027. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 54% lower. The poverty rate stands at 11.8%. This is 25% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. The unemployment rate is 1.1%. This is 77% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $113,500. Housing costs are 42% lower than the state median of $195,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x. 65.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 7% lower than the state average of 69.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Hurtsboro town is Black or African American, making up 75.5% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 22.4%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (22.4%) is well below the state average of 63.8%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (75.5% vs 25.9%).

Education

15.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 45% lower than the state rate of 27.8%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 89.5%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Hurtsboro town, Alabama is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Alabama state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 589 Census-designated places in Alabama. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Hurtsboro town, Alabama?

Hurtsboro town, Alabama has a population of 568 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Hurtsboro town, AL?

The median household income in Hurtsboro town is $35,781, which is 54% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Hurtsboro town, AL?

The poverty rate in Hurtsboro town is 11.8%. This means approximately 67 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Hurtsboro town, Alabama?

Hurtsboro town's population is 22.4% White, 75.5% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Hurtsboro town, AL?

The median home value in Hurtsboro town is $113,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

How educated is Hurtsboro town, Alabama?

15.3% of adults (25+) in Hurtsboro town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.