Perdido, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Perdido, Alabama had a total population of 676, the 385th largest community in Alabama, with a median household income of $38,458, which is 40% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 21.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 40% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Only 2.7% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Perdido Quick Facts
How Perdido 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 | 515 | 676 | +31.3% |
| Median household income | $36,983 | $38,458 | +4.0% |
How Perdido 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+)
Perdido Rankings in Alabama
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Other Cities in Baldwin County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daphne | 29,453 | $87,250 | 7.2% | $323,400 |
| Fairhope | 24,190 | $94,274 | 8.2% | $430,900 |
| Foley | 24,026 | $66,336 | 11.0% | $289,300 |
| Gulf Shores | 16,401 | $78,188 | 11.5% | $382,700 |
| Spanish Fort | 10,662 | $99,346 | 5.8% | $343,900 |
| Orange Beach | 8,407 | $97,736 | 2.6% | $502,400 |
| Bay Minette | 8,295 | $44,523 | 24.4% | $173,000 |
| Robertsdale | 7,194 | $59,152 | 11.1% | $229,300 |
| Loxley | 4,357 | $108,488 | 11.7% | $398,500 |
| Stapleton | 3,009 | N/A | 4.4% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Perdido
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edgewater | 670 | N/A | N/A | 17.4% | 20.2% |
| Hayneville | 716 | $37,723 | $103,500 | 11.2% | 37.8% |
| Red Level | 621 | $38,750 | $101,300 | 8.8% | 28.8% |
| Kinston | 704 | $43,036 | $70,500 | 8.8% | 20.6% |
| Valley Head | 669 | $45,889 | $59,800 | 12.7% | 6.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 676, Perdido'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
Perdido is a small community located in Alabama, within Baldwin County. The total population is 676. It ranks as the 385th most populous out of 592 Census-designated places in Alabama.
Age Demographics
The median age in Perdido is 38.7 years. This is 2% lower than the state median of 39.3 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Perdido is $38,458. This is 40% lower than the state median of $63,999. It is also 52% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 21.3%. This is 36% 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 unemployment rate is 6.5%. This is 37% higher than the state rate of 4.7%. 87.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 24% higher than the state average of 70.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Perdido has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.4% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 12.7%. The Black or African American population (12.7%) is well below the state average of 25.6%.
Education
2.7% 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. This is 91% 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 64.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Perdido, 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 Perdido, Alabama?
Perdido, Alabama has a population of 676 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Perdido, AL?
The median household income in Perdido is $38,458, which is 52% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Perdido, AL?
The poverty rate in Perdido is 21.3%. This means approximately 144 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Perdido, Alabama?
Perdido's population is 86.4% White, 12.7% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Perdido, AL?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Perdido — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Perdido, Alabama?
2.7% of adults (25+) in Perdido hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.