Rosa, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Rosa, Alabama had a total population of 777, the 369th largest town in Alabama. The poverty rate is 6.3%.
Key Takeaways
- Only 5.5% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.3%.
Rosa Quick Facts
How Rosa 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 | 431 | 777 | No clear change (+80.3%) |
| Median gross rent | $1,009 | $775 | -23.2% |
How Rosa 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: 94.7%
- Black: 0.0%
- Hispanic: 4.6%
- 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: 3.9%
- HS Diploma: 36.3%
- Some College: 17.7%
- Associate's: 36.6%
- Bachelor's: 4.2%
- Graduate+: 1.3%
Rosa Rankings in Alabama
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Other Cities in Blount County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oneonta | 6,971 | $53,980 | 18.2% | $221,000 |
| Remlap | 2,761 | $64,677 | 6.1% | $208,900 |
| Blountsville | 1,648 | $48,182 | 17.1% | $130,800 |
| Smoke Rise | 1,471 | $85,882 | 5.5% | $201,700 |
| Locust Fork | 1,402 | $50,000 | 18.7% | $181,400 |
| Hayden | 1,389 | $80,125 | 9.5% | $230,700 |
| Susan Moore | 1,336 | $84,554 | 12.1% | $119,600 |
| Snead | 1,247 | $48,509 | 14.8% | $175,200 |
| Cleveland | 1,182 | $71,328 | 4.0% | $165,600 |
| Allgood | 759 | $73,750 | 29.2% | $104,600 |
Cities Similar to Rosa
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lynn | 780 | $44,010 | $65,100 | 6.7% | 26.7% |
| Phil Campbell | 780 | $42,969 | $113,600 | 9.7% | 22.9% |
| Carrollton | 781 | $31,000 | $145,800 | 11.2% | 22.6% |
| Holly Pond | 782 | $42,333 | $200,000 | 11.9% | 23.0% |
| Belle Fontaine | 772 | $107,857 | $227,800 | 8.1% | 8.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 777, Rosa'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
Rosa is a small community located in Alabama, within Blount County. The total population is 777. It ranks as the 369th most populous out of 592 Census-designated places in Alabama.
Age Demographics
The median age in Rosa is 61.1 years. This is 55% higher than the state median of 39.3 years. Only 14.3% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 6.3%. This is 60% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. The unemployment rate is 2.3%. This is 52% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. 93.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 34% higher than the state average of 70.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Rosa has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.7% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.6%.
Education
5.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 81% 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 96.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Rosa, 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 Rosa, Alabama?
Rosa, Alabama has a population of 777 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Rosa, AL?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Rosa — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Rosa, AL?
The poverty rate in Rosa is 6.3%. This means approximately 49 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Rosa, Alabama?
Rosa's population is 94.7% White, 0.0% Black, 4.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Rosa, AL?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Rosa — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Rosa, Alabama?
5.5% of adults (25+) in Rosa hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.