Providence, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Providence, Alabama had a total population of 112, the 554th largest town in Alabama, with a median household income of $50,000, which is 22% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 17.9%.
Key Takeaways
- Only 7.3% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Providence Quick Facts
How Providence 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 | 158 | 112 | No clear change (-29.1%) |
| Median household income | $70,458 | $50,000 | No clear change (-29.0%) |
| Median home value¹ | $130,824 | $165,900 | No clear change (+26.8%) |
How Providence 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: 85.7%
- Black: 1.8%
- Hispanic: 12.5%
- Asian: 0.0%
- Other: 0.0%
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: 12.5%
- HS Diploma: 52.1%
- Some College: 18.8%
- Associate's: 9.4%
- Bachelor's: 3.1%
- Graduate+: 4.2%
Providence Rankings in Alabama
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Other Cities in Marengo County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Demopolis | 6,908 | $34,802 | 25.9% | $183,600 |
| Linden | 1,961 | $38,667 | 23.1% | $92,400 |
| Thomaston | 308 | $58,125 | 21.4% | $92,700 |
| Sweet Water | 216 | $52,411 | 3.7% | $161,600 |
| Faunsdale | 140 | $99,583 | 0.0% | N/A |
| Myrtlewood | 78 | $95,469 | 0.0% | $68,500 |
| Putnam | 75 | $39,141 | 34.7% | $89,000 |
| Dayton | 46 | N/A | 6.5% | N/A |
| Nanafalia | 16 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Providence
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waterloo | 113 | N/A | $98,800 | 8.8% | 22.1% |
| Billingsley | 115 | $44,479 | $113,900 | 9.4% | 27.0% |
| Glenwood | 114 | $41,010 | N/A | 4.3% | 10.5% |
| Blue Springs | 100 | $46,667 | $74,300 | 13.3% | 9.0% |
| Ridgeville | 130 | N/A | $78,300 | 26.9% | 28.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 112, Providence'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
Providence is a small community located in Alabama, within Marengo County. The total population is 112. It ranks as the 554th most populous out of 592 Census-designated places in Alabama.
Age Demographics
The median age in Providence is 62.8 years. This is 60% higher than the state median of 39.3 years. Only 10.7% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 26.8% 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 is $50,000. This is 22% lower than the state median of $63,999. It is also 38% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 17.9%. This is 14% higher than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Providence, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $165,900. Housing costs are 21% lower than the state median of $209,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x. 85.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 21% higher than the state average of 70.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Providence has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 85.7% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 12.5%. The Black or African American population (1.8%) is well below the state average of 25.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (12.5% vs 5.6%).
Education
7.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 74% 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 87.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Providence, 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 Providence, Alabama?
Providence, Alabama has a population of 112 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Providence, AL?
The median household income in Providence is $50,000, which is 38% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Providence, AL?
The poverty rate in Providence is 17.9%. This means approximately 20 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Providence, Alabama?
Providence's population is 85.7% White, 1.8% Black, 12.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Providence, AL?
The median home value in Providence is $165,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x.
How educated is Providence, Alabama?
7.3% of adults (25+) in Providence hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.