Paint Rock, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Paint Rock, Alabama had a total population of 141, the 542nd largest town in Alabama, with a median household income of $51,250, which is 20% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 6.3% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.5x.
Paint Rock Quick Facts
How Paint Rock 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 | 182 | 141 | -22.5% |
| Median household income | $50,000 | $51,250 | +2.5% |
| Median home value | $76,000 | $75,000 | -1.3% |
How Paint Rock 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+)
Paint Rock Rankings in Alabama
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Other Cities in Jackson County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scottsboro | 15,712 | $53,929 | 18.6% | $190,400 |
| Bridgeport | 2,246 | $34,481 | 32.7% | $94,000 |
| Stevenson | 1,995 | $53,958 | 17.0% | $156,900 |
| Skyline | 1,126 | $44,307 | 18.0% | $123,800 |
| Section | 1,069 | $47,500 | 22.2% | $156,000 |
| Woodville | 947 | $54,000 | 10.9% | $184,600 |
| Hollywood | 942 | $51,071 | 13.6% | $113,200 |
| Pisgah | 923 | $54,167 | 20.1% | $134,400 |
| Hytop | 726 | $66,458 | 11.7% | $144,800 |
| Pleasant Groves | 485 | $60,759 | 11.8% | $159,500 |
Cities Similar to Paint Rock
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Five Points | 139 | N/A | $119,800 | 4.9% | 15.8% |
| Bristow Cove | 144 | N/A | N/A | 15.7% | 10.4% |
| Morrison Crossroads | 151 | N/A | $151,800 | 21.2% | 17.9% |
| Ridgeville | 130 | N/A | $78,300 | 26.9% | 28.5% |
| Eunola | 155 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 141, Paint Rock'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
Paint Rock is a small community located in Alabama, within Jackson County. The total population is 141. It ranks as the 542nd most populous out of 592 Census-designated places in Alabama.
Age Demographics
The median age in Paint Rock is 43.3 years. This is 10% higher than the state median of 39.3 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Paint Rock is $51,250. This is 20% lower than the state median of $63,999. It is also 37% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 5.7%. This is 63% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. The unemployment rate is 2.8%. This is 40% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $75,000. Housing costs are 64% lower than the state median of $209,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.5x, Paint Rock is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 76.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% higher than the state average of 70.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Paint Rock has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.4% of all residents. Asian residents account for 5.0%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (5.0% vs 1.4%).
Education
6.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 78% 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 86.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Paint Rock, 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 Paint Rock, Alabama?
Paint Rock, Alabama has a population of 141 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Paint Rock, AL?
The median household income in Paint Rock is $51,250, which is 37% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Paint Rock, AL?
The poverty rate in Paint Rock is 5.7%. This means approximately 8 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Paint Rock, Alabama?
Paint Rock's population is 89.4% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 5.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Paint Rock, AL?
The median home value in Paint Rock is $75,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.5x.
How educated is Paint Rock, Alabama?
6.3% of adults (25+) in Paint Rock hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.