Panola, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Panola, Alabama had a total population of 69, the 569th largest community in Alabama. The poverty rate is 100.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (100.0%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Panola Quick Facts
How Panola 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 | 84 | 69 | -17.9% |
How Panola 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+)
Panola Rankings in Alabama
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Other Cities in Sumter County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Livingston | 4,672 | $24,236 | 27.8% | $156,100 |
| York | 2,056 | $30,489 | 39.5% | $80,100 |
| Cuba | 368 | $91,250 | 7.9% | $197,900 |
| Epes | 354 | N/A | 49.1% | $56,700 |
| Gainesville | 236 | N/A | 43.6% | N/A |
| Geiger | 174 | $38,750 | 5.8% | N/A |
| Bellamy | 158 | $53,011 | 0.0% | $105,000 |
| Emelle | 48 | $11,786 | 70.8% | $73,300 |
Cities Similar to Panola
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lowndesboro | 70 | N/A | $196,900 | 54.7% | 0.0% |
| Fruitdale | 66 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 47.0% |
| Vredenburgh | 65 | $35,750 | N/A | 3.2% | 29.2% |
| Putnam | 75 | $39,141 | $89,000 | 6.7% | 34.7% |
| Myrtlewood | 78 | $95,469 | $68,500 | 1.5% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 69, Panola'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
Panola is a small community located in Alabama, within Sumter County. The total population is 69. It ranks as the 569th most populous out of 592 Census-designated places in Alabama.
Age Demographics
The median age in Panola is 8.7 years. This is 78% lower than the state median of 39.3 years. With 55.1% of the population under 18, Panola has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 100.0%. This is 540% higher than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Panola, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 42% higher than the state average of 70.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Panola was recorded as Black or African American. A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Panola, 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 Panola, Alabama?
Panola, Alabama has a population of 69 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Panola, AL?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Panola — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Panola, AL?
The poverty rate in Panola is 100.0%. This means approximately 69 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Panola, Alabama?
Panola's population is 0.0% White, 100.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Panola, AL?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Panola — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Panola, Alabama?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Panola hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.