Riverside, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Riverside, Alabama had a total population of 2,097, the 218th largest city in Alabama, with a median household income of $83,664, which is 31% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 31% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Alabama.
Riverside Quick Facts
How Riverside 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 | 2,247 | 2,097 | -6.7% |
| Median household income | $67,750 | $83,664 | +23.5% |
| Median home value | $214,100 | $220,500 | +3.0% |
How Riverside 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
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+)
Riverside Rankings in Alabama
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Other Cities in St. Clair County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pell City | 13,587 | $68,638 | 20.8% | $249,600 |
| Moody | 13,488 | $86,627 | 7.7% | $237,500 |
| Margaret | 5,877 | $101,802 | 3.7% | $230,900 |
| Odenville | 5,197 | $70,296 | 15.0% | $223,600 |
| Springville | 5,081 | $84,231 | 4.1% | $284,300 |
| Ashville | 2,464 | $69,362 | 19.9% | $204,900 |
| Ragland | 1,682 | $37,708 | 40.6% | $109,300 |
| Steele | 1,149 | $72,386 | 7.0% | $107,100 |
Cities Similar to Riverside
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vance | 2,105 | $94,545 | $225,400 | 22.7% | 7.3% |
| Creola | 2,088 | $66,607 | $211,000 | 14.6% | 18.3% |
| Rehobeth | 1,887 | $80,972 | $242,900 | 25.4% | 11.3% |
| Sardis City | 2,046 | $67,721 | $225,700 | 23.5% | 12.1% |
| Florala | 1,822 | N/A | $91,600 | 7.8% | 16.5% |
Population Overview
Riverside is a small community located in Alabama, within St. Clair County. The total population is 2,097. It ranks as the 218th most populous out of 592 Census-designated places in Alabama.
Age Demographics
The median age in Riverside is 41.8 years. This is 6% higher than the state median of 39.3 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Riverside is $83,664. This is 31% higher than the state median of $63,999. It is also 4% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 15.8%. This is 1% higher than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. The unemployment rate is 5.3%. This is 13% higher than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $220,500. Housing costs are 5% higher than the state median of $209,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Riverside is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 80.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% higher than the state average of 70.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Riverside is White (non-Hispanic), making up 82.3% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 14.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.0%) is well below the state average of 5.6%.
Education
21.3% 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 78.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Riverside, 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 Riverside, Alabama?
Riverside, Alabama has a population of 2,097 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Riverside, AL?
The median household income in Riverside is $83,664, which is 4% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Riverside, AL?
The poverty rate in Riverside is 15.8%. This means approximately 332 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Riverside, Alabama?
Riverside's population is 82.3% White, 14.4% Black, 2.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Riverside, AL?
The median home value in Riverside is $220,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.6x.
How educated is Riverside, Alabama?
21.3% of adults (25+) in Riverside hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.