Pea Ridge, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Pea Ridge, Alabama had a total population of 718, the 379th largest community in Alabama, with a median household income of $63,889, which is about the same as the state average. The poverty rate is 10.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.5x.
Pea Ridge Quick Facts
How Pea Ridge 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 | 808 | 718 | -11.1% |
| Median household income | $57,273 | $63,889 | +11.6% |
| Median home value | $93,600 | $98,000 | +4.7% |
How Pea Ridge 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+)
Pea Ridge Rankings in Alabama
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Other Cities in Shelby County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabaster | 33,917 | $91,357 | 7.1% | $261,700 |
| Pelham | 24,827 | $101,094 | 6.7% | $299,800 |
| Calera | 17,714 | $87,194 | 7.3% | $235,300 |
| Chelsea | 16,260 | $115,337 | 2.7% | $360,000 |
| Meadowbrook | 9,117 | $141,862 | 5.5% | $423,700 |
| Brook Highland | 8,146 | $79,904 | 4.6% | $427,400 |
| Montevallo | 7,556 | $56,626 | 17.7% | $220,700 |
| Highland Lakes | 5,866 | $169,361 | 4.1% | $599,200 |
| Columbiana | 4,725 | $80,546 | 9.8% | $259,500 |
| Eagle Point | 3,110 | $151,842 | 3.2% | $493,800 |
Cities Similar to Pea Ridge
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hytop | 726 | $66,458 | $144,800 | 10.4% | 11.7% |
| Wadley | 753 | N/A | $198,600 | 27.9% | 27.2% |
| New Site | 750 | $61,250 | $171,900 | 21.1% | 17.1% |
| Edgewater | 670 | N/A | N/A | 17.4% | 20.2% |
| St. Florian | 697 | $58,750 | $314,000 | 29.0% | 3.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 718, Pea Ridge'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
Pea Ridge is a small community located in Alabama, within Shelby County. The total population is 718. It ranks as the 379th most populous out of 592 Census-designated places in Alabama.
Age Demographics
The median age in Pea Ridge is 49.9 years. This is 27% higher than the state median of 39.3 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Pea Ridge is $63,889. This is about the same as the state median of $63,999. It is also 21% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.2%. This is 35% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. The unemployment rate is 3.1%. This is 33% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $98,000. Housing costs are 53% lower than the state median of $209,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.5x, Pea Ridge is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 95.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 36% higher than the state average of 70.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Pea Ridge has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 95.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 0.6%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (95.8% vs 63.4%). The Hispanic or Latino population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 5.6%.
Education
11.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 61% 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 90.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Pea Ridge, 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 Pea Ridge, Alabama?
Pea Ridge, Alabama has a population of 718 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Pea Ridge, AL?
The median household income in Pea Ridge is $63,889, which is 21% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Pea Ridge, AL?
The poverty rate in Pea Ridge is 10.2%. This means approximately 73 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Pea Ridge, Alabama?
Pea Ridge's population is 95.8% White, 0.0% Black, 0.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Pea Ridge, AL?
The median home value in Pea Ridge is $98,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.5x.
How educated is Pea Ridge, Alabama?
11.0% of adults (25+) in Pea Ridge hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.