Moundville, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Moundville, Alabama had a total population of 3,754, the 146th largest town in Alabama, with a median household income of $73,036, which is 14% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 17.6%.
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.2%.
Moundville Quick Facts
How Moundville 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 | 3,017 | 3,754 | No clear change (+24.4%) |
| Median household income | $66,279 | $73,036 | No clear change (+10.2%) |
| Median home value¹ | $170,330 | $189,700 | +11.4% |
| Median gross rent | $1,025 | $798 | No clear change (-22.2%) |
How Moundville 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: 40.4%
- Black: 45.8%
- Hispanic: 2.9%
- Asian: 0.0%
- Other: 0.2%
Diversity Index
A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 53 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
- < High School: 14.1%
- HS Diploma: 40.9%
- Some College: 15.4%
- Associate's: 8.5%
- Bachelor's: 10.7%
- Graduate+: 10.3%
Moundville Rankings in Alabama
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Other Cities in Tuscaloosa County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuscaloosa | 111,038 | $51,464 | 25.1% | $255,500 |
| Northport | 31,218 | $80,913 | 12.3% | $282,600 |
| Holt | 3,629 | $48,675 | 20.7% | $126,900 |
| Brookwood | 2,706 | $81,394 | 7.5% | $188,300 |
| Cottondale | 2,632 | $44,877 | 32.0% | $139,200 |
| Coaling | 2,573 | $81,370 | 3.7% | $228,000 |
| Vance | 2,105 | $94,545 | 7.3% | $225,400 |
| Woodstock | 1,218 | $73,438 | 14.1% | $195,800 |
| Coker | 1,058 | $55,313 | 14.0% | $200,700 |
Cities Similar to Moundville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Olive (Jefferson County) | 3,567 | $82,234 | $224,000 | 24.3% | 12.1% |
| Hazel Green | 3,940 | $86,271 | $230,800 | 36.2% | 10.4% |
| Grand Bay | 3,553 | $62,112 | $142,400 | 17.0% | 3.2% |
| Alexandria | 3,475 | $85,089 | $197,700 | 26.0% | 11.0% |
| Valley Grande | 4,047 | $58,929 | $133,100 | 16.8% | 25.3% |
Population Overview
Moundville is a small community located in Alabama, within Tuscaloosa County. The total population is 3,754. It ranks as the 146th most populous out of 592 Census-designated places in Alabama.
Age Demographics
The median age in Moundville is 32.8 years. This is 17% lower than the state median of 39.3 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Moundville is $73,036. This is 14% higher than the state median of $63,999. It is also 10% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 17.6%. This is 12% higher than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. The unemployment rate is 2.2%. This is 53% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $189,700. Housing costs are 10% lower than the state median of $209,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Moundville is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 79.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% higher than the state average of 70.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Moundville is Black or African American, making up 45.8% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 40.4%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (45.8% vs 25.6%).
Education
21.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 26% 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 85.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Moundville, 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 Moundville, Alabama?
Moundville, Alabama has a population of 3,754 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Moundville, AL?
The median household income in Moundville is $73,036, which is 10% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Moundville, AL?
The poverty rate in Moundville is 17.6%. This means approximately 645 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Moundville, Alabama?
Moundville's population is 40.4% White, 45.8% Black, 2.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Moundville, AL?
The median home value in Moundville is $189,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.6x.
How educated is Moundville, Alabama?
21.0% of adults (25+) in Moundville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.