Providence town, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026

Population Overview

Providence town is a small community located in Alabama. The total population is 101. It ranks as the 555th most populous out of 589 cities and towns in Alabama.

Age Demographics

The median age in Providence town is 65.9 years. This is 68% higher than the state median of 39.3 years. Only 1.0% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 30.7% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Providence town is $48,750. This is 21% lower than the state median of $62,027. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 38% lower. The poverty rate stands at 17.8%. This is 14% higher than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. The unemployment rate is 0.0%. This is 100% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $150,000. Housing costs are 23% lower than the state median of $195,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 89.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 28% higher than the state average of 69.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Providence town has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.1% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 5.9%. The Black or African American population (5.9%) is well below the state average of 25.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.0%) is well below the state average of 5.4%.

Education

5.0% 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 82% 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 82.0%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Providence 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.