McMullen, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, McMullen, Alabama had a total population of 14, the 589th largest town in Alabama. The poverty rate is 85.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (85.7%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 100.0% is notably above the national average.
McMullen Quick Facts
How McMullen 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 | 20 | 14 | -30.0% |
How McMullen 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+)
McMullen Rankings in Alabama
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Other Cities in Pickens County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aliceville | 2,211 | $39,167 | 36.9% | $124,300 |
| Gordo | 1,723 | $47,569 | 14.9% | $118,900 |
| Reform | 1,597 | $33,578 | 43.8% | $102,700 |
| Pickensville | 803 | $34,250 | 33.8% | $159,800 |
| Carrollton | 781 | $31,000 | 22.6% | $145,800 |
| Macedonia | 441 | $31,453 | 23.1% | $110,800 |
| Memphis | 56 | $2,499 | 28.6% | $57,200 |
| Ethelsville | 51 | $48,750 | 0.0% | $166,700 |
Cities Similar to McMullen
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nanafalia | 16 | N/A | N/A | 50.0% | 0.0% |
| Peterman | 19 | N/A | N/A | 36.8% | 0.0% |
| Tibbie | 24 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Catherine | 8 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Bucks | 7 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 14, McMullen'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
McMullen is a small community located in Alabama, within Pickens County. The total population is 14. It ranks as the 589th most populous out of 592 Census-designated places in Alabama.
Age Demographics
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 85.7%. This is 449% 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 100.0%. This is 2028% higher than the state rate of 4.7%. 14.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 80% lower than the state average of 70.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in McMullen was recorded as Black or African American. 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
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 14.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for McMullen, 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 McMullen, Alabama?
McMullen, Alabama has a population of 14 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in McMullen, AL?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for McMullen — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in McMullen, AL?
The poverty rate in McMullen is 85.7%. This means approximately 12 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of McMullen, Alabama?
McMullen's population is 0.0% White, 100.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in McMullen, AL?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for McMullen — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is McMullen, Alabama?
0.0% of adults (25+) in McMullen hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.