Pleasant Grove, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Pleasant Grove, Alabama had a total population of 9,442, the 74th largest city in Alabama, with a median household income of $70,317, which is 10% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 19.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.7%.
Pleasant Grove Quick Facts
How Pleasant Grove 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 | 9,502 | 9,442 | -0.6% |
| Median household income | $68,344 | $70,317 | +2.9% |
| Median home value | $189,100 | $226,400 | +19.7% |
How Pleasant Grove 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 53 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Pleasant Grove Rankings in Alabama
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Other Cities in Jefferson County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham | 198,173 | $46,051 | 24.7% | $158,800 |
| Hoover | 92,642 | $109,253 | 5.1% | $412,200 |
| Vestavia Hills | 38,616 | $134,369 | 10.0% | $530,000 |
| Homewood | 27,829 | $94,485 | 8.9% | $558,500 |
| Trussville | 26,673 | $123,275 | 1.1% | $370,300 |
| Bessemer | 25,400 | $39,613 | 28.0% | $135,900 |
| Mountain Brook | 22,029 | $201,479 | 3.2% | $916,300 |
| Helena | 21,769 | $115,139 | 3.2% | $330,700 |
| Gardendale | 16,534 | $82,192 | 4.3% | $252,600 |
| Hueytown | 16,414 | $62,784 | 16.2% | $155,300 |
Cities Similar to Pleasant Grove
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fultondale | 9,384 | $73,575 | $186,100 | 28.7% | 12.5% |
| Southside | 9,483 | $76,487 | $226,500 | 23.2% | 4.4% |
| Forestdale | 9,742 | $66,569 | $164,000 | 27.5% | 17.8% |
| Guntersville | 8,916 | $67,929 | $324,800 | 33.3% | 18.1% |
| Tuscumbia | 9,115 | $59,143 | $196,700 | 26.0% | 18.6% |
Population Overview
Pleasant Grove is a small city located in Alabama, within Jefferson County. The total population is 9,442. It ranks as the 74th most populous out of 592 Census-designated places in Alabama.
Age Demographics
The median age in Pleasant Grove is 39.9 years. This is 2% higher than the state median of 39.3 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Pleasant Grove is $70,317. This is 10% higher than the state median of $63,999. It is also 13% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 19.7%. This is 26% higher than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. The unemployment rate is 1.7%. This is 64% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $226,400. Housing costs are 8% higher than the state median of $209,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x. 79.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% higher than the state average of 70.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Pleasant Grove is Black or African American, making up 69.1% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 28.1%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (28.1%) is well below the state average of 63.4%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (69.1% vs 25.6%). The Hispanic or Latino population (1.2%) is well below the state average of 5.6%.
Education
23.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 18% 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 94.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Pleasant Grove, 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 Pleasant Grove, Alabama?
Pleasant Grove, Alabama has a population of 9,442 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Pleasant Grove, AL?
The median household income in Pleasant Grove is $70,317, which is 13% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Pleasant Grove, AL?
The poverty rate in Pleasant Grove is 19.7%. This means approximately 1,812 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Pleasant Grove, Alabama?
Pleasant Grove's population is 28.1% White, 69.1% Black, 1.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Pleasant Grove, AL?
The median home value in Pleasant Grove is $226,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x.
How educated is Pleasant Grove, Alabama?
23.2% of adults (25+) in Pleasant Grove hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.