Pinckard, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Pinckard, Alabama had a total population of 672, the 386th largest town in Alabama, with a median household income of $58,162, which is 9% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.7%.
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.2%.
Pinckard Quick Facts
How Pinckard Changed
Change from the non-overlapping 2015–2019 ACS period to 2020–2024. Earlier dollar figures are adjusted to 2024 dollars; changes marked “no clear change” are within the combined 90% margins of error.
| Metric | 2015–2019 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 576 | 672 | No clear change (+16.7%) |
| Median household income | $42,957 | $58,162 | No clear change (+35.4%) |
| Median home value¹ | $134,393 | $158,900 | No clear change (+18.2%) |
| Median gross rent | $797 | $750 | No clear change (-6.0%) |
How Pinckard Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
- White: 79.6%
- Black: 8.0%
- Hispanic: 7.3%
- Asian: 0.0%
- Other: 1.5%
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+)
- < High School: 18.8%
- HS Diploma: 31.1%
- Some College: 17.1%
- Associate's: 17.5%
- Bachelor's: 5.7%
- Graduate+: 9.9%
Pinckard Rankings in Alabama
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Other Cities in Dale County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ozark | 14,327 | $48,944 | 28.1% | $148,900 |
| Daleville | 4,919 | $45,324 | 16.4% | $126,000 |
| Fort Rucker | 4,705 | $74,541 | 11.3% | N/A |
| Level Plains | 1,667 | $77,000 | 12.1% | $137,500 |
| Midland City | 1,603 | $28,438 | 30.6% | $150,400 |
| Newton | 1,329 | $60,030 | 15.0% | $89,500 |
| Ariton | 614 | $50,000 | 23.3% | $206,600 |
| Grimes | 582 | $33,958 | 32.8% | $105,100 |
| Napier Field | 422 | $41,875 | 19.2% | $82,100 |
| Clayhatchee | 414 | $48,646 | 8.9% | $99,200 |
Cities Similar to Pinckard
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% |
| St. Florian | 697 | $58,750 | $314,000 | 29.0% | 3.4% |
| McDonald Chapel | 651 | $56,971 | $134,400 | 16.2% | 13.1% |
| Addison | 649 | $56,384 | $110,600 | 7.1% | 14.8% |
| Lexington | 638 | $57,356 | $202,400 | 19.5% | 16.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 672, Pinckard'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
Pinckard is a small community located in Alabama, within Dale County. The total population is 672. It ranks as the 386th most populous out of 592 Census-designated places in Alabama.
Age Demographics
The median age in Pinckard is 51.8 years. This is 32% higher than the state median of 39.3 years. Only 10.3% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Pinckard is $58,162. This is 9% lower than the state median of $63,999. It is also 28% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.7%. This is 12% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. The unemployment rate is 1.2%. This is 75% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $158,900. Housing costs are 24% lower than the state median of $209,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, Pinckard is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 70.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Pinckard is White (non-Hispanic), making up 79.6% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 8.0%. The Black or African American population (8.0%) is well below the state average of 25.6%.
Education
15.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 45% 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 81.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Pinckard, 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 Pinckard, Alabama?
Pinckard, Alabama has a population of 672 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Pinckard, AL?
The median household income in Pinckard is $58,162, which is 28% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Pinckard, AL?
The poverty rate in Pinckard is 13.7%. This means approximately 92 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Pinckard, Alabama?
Pinckard's population is 79.6% White, 8.0% Black, 7.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Pinckard, AL?
The median home value in Pinckard is $158,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.7x.
How educated is Pinckard, Alabama?
15.6% of adults (25+) in Pinckard hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.