New Site, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, New Site, Alabama had a total population of 750, the 375th largest town in Alabama, with a median household income of $61,250, which is 4% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 17.1%.
New Site Quick Facts
How New Site 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 | 841 | 750 | No clear change (-10.8%) |
| Median household income | $64,282 | $61,250 | No clear change (-4.7%) |
| Median home value¹ | $131,070 | $171,900 | No clear change (+31.2%) |
| Median gross rent | $908 | $608 | No clear change (-33.1%) |
How New Site 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: 89.6%
- Black: 3.1%
- Hispanic: 0.5%
- Asian: 0.3%
- 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: 13.2%
- HS Diploma: 33.9%
- Some College: 23.0%
- Associate's: 8.9%
- Bachelor's: 8.7%
- Graduate+: 12.4%
New Site Rankings in Alabama
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Other Cities in Tallapoosa County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alexander City | 14,606 | $47,022 | 25.7% | $155,000 |
| Dadeville | 2,993 | $67,147 | 8.4% | $171,600 |
| Camp Hill | 1,238 | $31,833 | 29.2% | $65,000 |
| Reeltown | 980 | $83,523 | 13.6% | $114,200 |
| Jacksons' Gap | 786 | $32,228 | 18.3% | $114,100 |
| Hackneyville | 471 | N/A | 10.8% | N/A |
| Our Town | 372 | N/A | 13.2% | N/A |
| Daviston | 193 | N/A | 7.4% | $120,800 |
| Goldville | 55 | $48,750 | 0.0% | $33,800 |
Cities Similar to New Site
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wadley | 753 | N/A | $198,600 | 27.9% | 27.2% |
| Rosa | 777 | N/A | N/A | 5.5% | 6.3% |
| Hollis Crossroads | 785 | N/A | $120,600 | 1.2% | 13.4% |
| Columbia | 785 | $62,000 | $156,800 | 6.2% | 11.8% |
| Pea Ridge | 718 | $63,889 | $98,000 | 11.0% | 10.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 750, New Site'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
New Site is a small community located in Alabama, within Tallapoosa County. The total population is 750. It ranks as the 375th most populous out of 592 Census-designated places in Alabama.
Age Demographics
The median age in New Site is 38.7 years. This is 2% lower than the state median of 39.3 years. 11.3% 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 New Site is $61,250. This is 4% lower than the state median of $63,999. It is also 24% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 17.1%. This is 9% higher than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. The unemployment rate is 4.1%. This is 13% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $171,900. Housing costs are 18% lower than the state median of $209,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, New Site is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 82.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% higher than the state average of 70.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
New Site has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.6% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 3.1%. The Black or African American population (3.1%) is well below the state average of 25.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 5.6%. The Asian population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 1.4%.
Education
21.1% 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 86.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for New Site, 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 New Site, Alabama?
New Site, Alabama has a population of 750 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in New Site, AL?
The median household income in New Site is $61,250, which is 24% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in New Site, AL?
The poverty rate in New Site is 17.1%. This means approximately 128 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of New Site, Alabama?
New Site's population is 89.6% White, 3.1% Black, 0.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.3% Asian.
What is the median home value in New Site, AL?
The median home value in New Site is $171,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.8x.
How educated is New Site, Alabama?
21.1% of adults (25+) in New Site hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 12.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.