Pennington town, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Pennington town, Alabama Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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As of 2026, Pennington town, Alabama has a total population of 536, the 413th largest city in Alabama, with a median household income of $28,186, which is 55% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.8%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 55% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Only 7.1% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.0%.
Unemployment rate of 10.4% is notably above the national average.

Pennington town Quick Facts

Population 536

Median Household Income $28,186

Median Home Value $81,500

Poverty Rate 10.8%

Unemployment Rate 10.4%

Median Age 38.4 years

Homeownership Rate 73.1%

Affordability Ratio 2.9x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 7.1%

High School Graduation Rate 72.9%

Diversity Index 50/100

Population 536 413th of 589

Median Income $28,186 bottom 10%

Poverty Rate 10.8% 13% lower national

Median Home Value $81,500 bottom 20%

How Pennington town Compares

Median Household Income

Pennington town

$28,186

$62,027

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Pennington town

$81,500

$195,100

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 42.4%

$25K-$50K 31.6%

$50K-$100K 6.1%

$100K+ 19.8%

Employment

10.4% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8% | National: 5.2%

42.9% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 73.1%

Renter 26.9%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.9x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

37.5%

18-34

6.2%

35-54

34.5%

55-74

20.7%

75+

1.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 52 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Pennington town Rankings in Alabama

#413 Population of 589

#520 Median Income of 589

#501 Education of 589

#464 Home Value of 589

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Cities Similar to Pennington town

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Millry town	548	$30,521	$140,600	14.2%	14.4%
River Falls town	534	$33,281	$85,700	8.8%	21.5%
Jacksons' Gap town	554	$31,667	$108,700	7.4%	15.7%
Grimes town	515	$32,500	$80,700	6.3%	27.4%
Trafford town	560	$23,750	$91,000	12.4%	44.5%

Population Overview

Pennington town is a small community located in Alabama. The total population is 536. It ranks as the 413th most populous out of 589 cities and towns in Alabama.

Age Demographics

The median age in Pennington town is 38.4 years. This is 2% lower than the state median of 39.3 years. With 37.5% of the population under 18, Pennington town has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Pennington town is $28,186. This is 55% lower than the state median of $62,027. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 64% lower. The poverty rate stands at 10.8%. This is 31% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. The unemployment rate is 10.4%. This is 116% higher than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $81,500. Housing costs are 58% lower than the state median of $195,100. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.9x, Pennington town is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 73.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% higher than the state average of 69.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Pennington town is White (non-Hispanic), making up 50.0% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 50.0%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (50.0% vs 25.9%).

Education

7.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 74% lower than the state rate of 27.8%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 72.9%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Pennington town, Alabama is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Alabama state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 589 Census-designated places in Alabama. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Pennington town, Alabama?

Pennington town, Alabama has a population of 536 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Pennington town, AL?

The median household income in Pennington town is $28,186, which is 64% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Pennington town, AL?

The poverty rate in Pennington town is 10.8%. This means approximately 58 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Pennington town, Alabama?

Pennington town's population is 50.0% White, 50.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Pennington town, AL?

The median home value in Pennington town is $81,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.9x.

How educated is Pennington town, Alabama?

7.1% of adults (25+) in Pennington town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.