Hytop, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Hytop, Alabama had a total population of 726, the 377th largest town in Alabama, with a median household income of $66,458, which is 4% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.7%.
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.
Hytop Quick Facts
How Hytop 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 | 569 | 726 | +27.6% |
| Median household income | $70,833 | $66,458 | -6.2% |
| Median home value | $143,200 | $144,800 | +1.1% |
How Hytop 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+)
Hytop 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 |
| Hollywood | 942 | $51,071 | 13.6% | $113,200 |
| Pisgah | 923 | $54,167 | 20.1% | $134,400 |
| Pleasant Groves | 485 | $60,759 | 11.8% | $159,500 |
| Dutton | 435 | $63,750 | 17.0% | $113,800 |
Cities Similar to Hytop
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pea Ridge | 718 | $63,889 | $98,000 | 11.0% | 10.2% |
| Wadley | 753 | N/A | $198,600 | 27.9% | 27.2% |
| Rosa | 777 | N/A | N/A | 5.5% | 6.3% |
| New Site | 750 | $61,250 | $171,900 | 21.1% | 17.1% |
| Hollis Crossroads | 785 | N/A | $120,600 | 1.2% | 13.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 726, Hytop'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
Hytop is a small community located in Alabama, within Jackson County. The total population is 726. It ranks as the 377th most populous out of 592 Census-designated places in Alabama.
Age Demographics
The median age in Hytop is 30.0 years. This is 24% lower than the state median of 39.3 years. With 29.3% of the population under 18, Hytop has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Hytop is $66,458. This is 4% higher than the state median of $63,999. It is also 18% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.7%. This is 25% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. The unemployment rate is 4.0%. This is 14% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $144,800. Housing costs are 31% lower than the state median of $209,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x, Hytop is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 87.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 24% higher than the state average of 70.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Hytop has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.2%. The Black or African American population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 25.6%.
Education
10.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 63% 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 85.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Hytop, 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 Hytop, Alabama?
Hytop, Alabama has a population of 726 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Hytop, AL?
The median household income in Hytop is $66,458, which is 18% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Hytop, AL?
The poverty rate in Hytop is 11.7%. This means approximately 85 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Hytop, Alabama?
Hytop's population is 88.3% White, 0.4% Black, 5.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Hytop, AL?
The median home value in Hytop is $144,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.2x.
How educated is Hytop, Alabama?
10.4% of adults (25+) in Hytop hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.