Mentone town, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Mentone town, Alabama Demographics
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As of 2026, Mentone town, Alabama has a total population of 360, the 456th largest city in Alabama, with a median household income of $42,500, which is 31% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 19.7%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 31% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.4%.

Mentone town Quick Facts

Population 360

Median Household Income $42,500

Median Home Value $222,900

Poverty Rate 19.7%

Unemployment Rate 1.4%

Median Age 63.5 years

Homeownership Rate 93.5%

Affordability Ratio 5.2x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 32.5%

High School Graduation Rate 90.7%

Diversity Index 9/100

Population 360 456th of 589

Median Income $42,500 bottom 30%

Poverty Rate 19.7% 59% higher national

Median Home Value $222,900 top 20%

How Mentone town Compares

Median Household Income

Mentone town

$42,500

$62,027

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Mentone town

$222,900

$195,100

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 34.5%

$25K-$50K 25.0%

$50K-$100K 19.1%

$100K+ 21.4%

Employment

1.4% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8% | National: 5.2%

41.1% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 93.5%

Renter 6.6%

Affordability Index Expensive

5.2x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

6.1%

18-34

8.1%

35-54

23.9%

55-74

49.7%

75+

12.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very 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+)

Mentone town Rankings in Alabama

#456 Population of 589

#389 Median Income of 589

#79 Education of 589

#78 Home Value of 589

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Cities Similar to Mentone town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Hatton CDP	365	N/A	N/A	10.0%	7.7%
Akron town	354	$43,375	$80,000	7.7%	10.7%
St. Stephens CDP	350	N/A	$127,900	10.5%	9.4%
Vina town	368	$40,469	$65,000	8.2%	40.5%
Macedonia CDP	342	N/A	$93,700	0.0%	13.5%

Population Overview

Mentone town is a small community located in Alabama. The total population is 360. It ranks as the 456th most populous out of 589 cities and towns in Alabama.

Age Demographics

The median age in Mentone town is 63.5 years. This is 62% higher than the state median of 39.3 years. Only 6.1% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 12.2% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Mentone town is $42,500. This is 31% lower than the state median of $62,027. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 46% lower. The poverty rate stands at 19.7%. This is 26% higher than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. The unemployment rate is 1.4%. This is 70% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $222,900. Housing costs are 14% higher than the state median of $195,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.2x. 93.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 34% higher than the state average of 69.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Mentone town has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 95.3% of all residents.

Education

32.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 17% higher 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 90.7%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Mentone 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 Mentone town, Alabama?

Mentone town, Alabama has a population of 360 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Mentone town is $42,500, which is 46% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Mentone town, AL?

The poverty rate in Mentone town is 19.7%. This means approximately 71 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Mentone town, Alabama?

Mentone town's population is 95.3% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

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

The median home value in Mentone town is $222,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.2x.

How educated is Mentone town, Alabama?

32.5% of adults (25+) in Mentone town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 14.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.