Kinston, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Kinston, Alabama had a total population of 704, the 381st largest town in Alabama, with a median household income of $43,036, which is 33% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 20.6%.
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 33% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Only 8.8% 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 1.6x.
- Unemployment rate of 18.8% is notably above the national average.
Kinston Quick Facts
How Kinston 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 | 741 | 704 | No clear change (-5.0%) |
| Median household income | $44,246 | $43,036 | No clear change (-2.7%) |
| Median home value¹ | $93,780 | $70,500 | -24.8% |
| Median gross rent | $668 | $708 | No clear change (+5.9%) |
How Kinston 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: 90.2%
- Black: 0.0%
- Hispanic: 4.1%
- Asian: 2.8%
- 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: 18.8%
- HS Diploma: 42.9%
- Some College: 19.2%
- Associate's: 10.2%
- Bachelor's: 5.6%
- Graduate+: 3.2%
Kinston Rankings in Alabama
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Other Cities in Coffee County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enterprise | 29,505 | $73,125 | 16.5% | $202,900 |
| Elba | 3,468 | $44,792 | 23.8% | $114,500 |
| New Brockton | 1,430 | $72,212 | 20.4% | $207,600 |
Cities Similar to Kinston
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edgewater | 670 | N/A | N/A | 17.4% | 20.2% |
| Wadley | 753 | N/A | $198,600 | 27.9% | 27.2% |
| Courtland | 723 | $47,679 | N/A | 7.9% | 35.5% |
| Hayneville | 716 | $37,723 | $103,500 | 11.2% | 37.8% |
| Valley Head | 669 | $45,889 | $59,800 | 12.7% | 6.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 704, Kinston'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
Kinston is a small community located in Alabama, within Coffee County. The total population is 704. It ranks as the 381st most populous out of 592 Census-designated places in Alabama.
Age Demographics
The median age in Kinston is 50.5 years. This is 28% higher than the state median of 39.3 years. Only 13.2% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Kinston is $43,036. This is 33% lower than the state median of $63,999. It is also 47% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 20.6%. This is 32% higher than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 18.8%. This is 300% higher than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $70,500. Housing costs are 66% lower than the state median of $209,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.6x, Kinston is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 73.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% higher than the state average of 70.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Kinston has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.1%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (2.8% vs 1.4%).
Education
8.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 69% 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 81.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Kinston, 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 Kinston, Alabama?
Kinston, Alabama has a population of 704 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Kinston, AL?
The median household income in Kinston is $43,036, which is 47% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Kinston, AL?
The poverty rate in Kinston is 20.6%. This means approximately 145 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Kinston, Alabama?
Kinston's population is 90.2% White, 0.0% Black, 4.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.8% Asian.
What is the median home value in Kinston, AL?
The median home value in Kinston is $70,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.6x.
How educated is Kinston, Alabama?
8.8% of adults (25+) in Kinston hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.