Lester, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Lester, Alabama had a total population of 181, the 522nd largest town in Alabama, with a median household income of $80,833, which is 26% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Lester Quick Facts
How Lester 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 | 130 | 181 | +39.2% |
| Median household income | $77,679 | $80,833 | +4.1% |
| Median home value | $168,800 | $220,800 | +30.8% |
How Lester 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+)
Lester Rankings in Alabama
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Other Cities in Limestone County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Athens | 29,002 | $69,922 | 12.2% | $270,000 |
| Ardmore | 1,384 | $50,352 | 12.6% | $216,600 |
| Elkmont | 264 | $49,750 | 8.3% | $234,100 |
| Mooresville | 81 | $144,000 | 0.0% | $389,500 |
Cities Similar to Lester
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Libertyville | 174 | $81,346 | $120,000 | 10.6% | 7.5% |
| Detroit | 189 | N/A | $75,000 | 15.8% | 31.8% |
| Yellow Bluff | 170 | N/A | $71,500 | 17.1% | 68.5% |
| Daviston | 193 | N/A | $120,800 | 24.0% | 7.4% |
| Movico | 168 | N/A | $110,200 | 11.3% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 181, Lester'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
Lester is a small community located in Alabama, within Limestone County. The total population is 181. It ranks as the 522nd most populous out of 592 Census-designated places in Alabama.
Age Demographics
The median age in Lester is 25.7 years. This is 35% lower than the state median of 39.3 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Lester is $80,833. This is 26% higher than the state median of $63,999. It is also about the same as the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.7%. This is 19% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. The unemployment rate is 8.0%. This is 69% higher than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $220,800. Housing costs are 5% higher than the state median of $209,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, Lester is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 86.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 23% higher than the state average of 70.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Lester was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
15.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 45% 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 94.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Lester, 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 Lester, Alabama?
Lester, Alabama has a population of 181 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Lester, AL?
The median household income in Lester is $80,833, which is about the same as the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Lester, AL?
The poverty rate in Lester is 12.7%. This means approximately 23 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Lester, Alabama?
Lester's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Lester, AL?
The median home value in Lester is $220,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.7x.
How educated is Lester, Alabama?
15.7% of adults (25+) in Lester hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.