Red Bay, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Red Bay, Alabama had a total population of 3,201, the 165th largest city in Alabama, with a median household income of $37,473, which is 41% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 20.2%.
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 41% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Red Bay Quick Facts
How Red Bay 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 | 3,114 | 3,201 | +2.8% |
| Median household income | $43,966 | $37,473 | No clear change (-14.8%) |
| Median home value¹ | $102,887 | $108,200 | No clear change (+5.2%) |
| Median gross rent | $582 | $542 | No clear change (-6.9%) |
How Red Bay 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: 90.7%
- Black: 1.3%
- Hispanic: 6.3%
- Asian: 0.3%
- 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: 15.0%
- HS Diploma: 34.2%
- Some College: 19.9%
- Associate's: 9.8%
- Bachelor's: 14.1%
- Graduate+: 7.1%
Red Bay Rankings in Alabama
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Other Cities in Franklin County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Russellville | 10,799 | $58,231 | 20.0% | $123,800 |
| Phil Campbell | 780 | $42,969 | 22.9% | $113,600 |
| Hodges | 420 | $69,286 | 12.7% | $153,300 |
| Vina | 358 | $44,167 | 30.4% | $57,000 |
| Spruce Pine | 189 | $97,978 | 11.6% | N/A |
| Belgreen | 58 | $47,946 | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Red Bay
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Brewton | 3,168 | $35,571 | $87,200 | 4.5% | 23.7% |
| Brighton | 3,079 | $38,221 | $70,800 | 7.4% | 34.2% |
| Stapleton | 3,009 | N/A | N/A | 33.2% | 4.4% |
| Hanceville | 3,270 | $41,791 | $169,800 | 10.9% | 16.6% |
| Evergreen | 3,404 | $40,700 | $98,700 | 18.9% | 39.0% |
Population Overview
Red Bay is a small community located in Alabama, within Franklin County. The total population is 3,201. It ranks as the 165th most populous out of 592 Census-designated places in Alabama.
Age Demographics
The median age in Red Bay is 46.8 years. This is 19% higher than the state median of 39.3 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Red Bay is $37,473. This is 41% lower than the state median of $63,999. It is also 54% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 20.2%. This is 29% 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 2.8%. This is 40% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $108,200. Housing costs are 48% lower than the state median of $209,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.9x, Red Bay is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 58.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% lower than the state average of 70.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Red Bay has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.7% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 6.3%. The Black or African American population (1.3%) is well below the state average of 25.6%. The Asian population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 1.4%.
Education
21.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 25% 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 85.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Red Bay, 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 Red Bay, Alabama?
Red Bay, Alabama has a population of 3,201 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Red Bay, AL?
The median household income in Red Bay is $37,473, which is 54% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Red Bay, AL?
The poverty rate in Red Bay is 20.2%. This means approximately 631 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Red Bay, Alabama?
Red Bay's population is 90.7% White, 1.3% Black, 6.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.3% Asian.
What is the median home value in Red Bay, AL?
The median home value in Red Bay is $108,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.9x.
How educated is Red Bay, Alabama?
21.2% of adults (25+) in Red Bay hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.