Our Town, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Our Town, Alabama had a total population of 372, the 450th largest community in Alabama. The poverty rate is 13.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Our Town Quick Facts
How Our Town 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 | 596 | 372 | -37.6% |
How Our Town 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 diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 53 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Our Town 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 |
| New Site | 750 | $61,250 | 17.1% | $171,900 |
| Hackneyville | 471 | N/A | 10.8% | N/A |
| Daviston | 193 | N/A | 7.4% | $120,800 |
| Goldville | 55 | $48,750 | 0.0% | $33,800 |
Cities Similar to Our Town
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glen Allen | 372 | $46,313 | $89,600 | 7.2% | 10.3% |
| Cuba | 368 | $91,250 | $197,900 | 33.2% | 7.9% |
| Mentone | 377 | $42,344 | $269,700 | 37.2% | 15.9% |
| Avon | 378 | $39,375 | $122,500 | 19.0% | 22.2% |
| McIntosh | 364 | $74,167 | $157,100 | 15.9% | 39.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 372, Our Town'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
Our Town is a small community located in Alabama, within Tallapoosa County. The total population is 372. It ranks as the 450th most populous out of 592 Census-designated places in Alabama.
Age Demographics
The median age in Our Town is 66.8 years. This is 70% higher than the state median of 39.3 years. Only 4.6% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 28.8% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 13.2%. This is 16% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Our Town, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 93.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 33% higher than the state average of 70.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Our Town is White (non-Hispanic), making up 59.7% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 25.3%.
Education
23.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 18% 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 88.7%. Notably, 17.5% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Our Town, 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 Our Town, Alabama?
Our Town, Alabama has a population of 372 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Our Town, AL?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Our Town — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Our Town, AL?
The poverty rate in Our Town is 13.2%. This means approximately 49 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Our Town, Alabama?
Our Town's population is 59.7% White, 25.3% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Our Town, AL?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Our Town — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Our Town, Alabama?
23.4% of adults (25+) in Our Town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 17.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.