Saraland, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Saraland, Alabama had a total population of 16,404, the 43rd largest city in Alabama, with a median household income of $61,509, which is 4% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Saraland Quick Facts
How Saraland 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 | 16,304 | 16,404 | +0.6% |
| Median household income | $60,577 | $61,509 | +1.5% |
| Median home value | $210,500 | $217,600 | +3.4% |
How Saraland 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+)
Saraland Rankings in Alabama
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Other Cities in Mobile County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mobile | 203,416 | $53,558 | 18.4% | $193,300 |
| Prichard | 18,961 | $36,588 | 30.6% | $85,700 |
| Tillmans Corner | 17,677 | $60,837 | 17.9% | $166,700 |
| Satsuma | 6,822 | $101,042 | 5.2% | $219,400 |
| Chickasaw | 6,332 | $46,559 | 28.0% | $117,500 |
| Semmes | 5,626 | $66,417 | 22.5% | $215,600 |
| Theodore | 4,964 | $67,864 | 20.7% | $154,900 |
| Citronelle | 3,913 | $43,870 | 22.5% | $193,500 |
| Grand Bay | 3,553 | $62,112 | 3.2% | $142,400 |
| Creola | 2,088 | $66,607 | 18.3% | $211,000 |
Cities Similar to Saraland
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hueytown | 16,414 | $62,784 | $155,300 | 21.0% | 16.2% |
| Center Point | 15,914 | $56,417 | $151,700 | 17.0% | 14.3% |
| Tillmans Corner | 17,677 | $60,837 | $166,700 | 14.3% | 17.9% |
| Scottsboro | 15,712 | $53,929 | $190,400 | 22.6% | 18.6% |
| Millbrook | 17,189 | $70,313 | $207,100 | 30.9% | 7.8% |
Population Overview
Saraland is a small city located in Alabama, within Mobile County. The total population is 16,404. It ranks as the 43rd most populous out of 592 Census-designated places in Alabama.
Age Demographics
The median age in Saraland is 43.7 years. This is 11% higher than the state median of 39.3 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Saraland is $61,509. This is 4% lower than the state median of $63,999. It is also 24% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.1%. This is 35% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. The unemployment rate is 3.6%. This is 23% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $217,600. Housing costs are 4% higher than the state median of $209,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x. 78.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 12% higher than the state average of 70.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Saraland is White (non-Hispanic), making up 80.1% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 13.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 5.6%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 1.4%.
Education
25.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 12% 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 91.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Saraland, 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 Saraland, Alabama?
Saraland, Alabama has a population of 16,404 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Saraland, AL?
The median household income in Saraland is $61,509, which is 24% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Saraland, AL?
The poverty rate in Saraland is 10.1%. This means approximately 1,653 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Saraland, Alabama?
Saraland's population is 80.1% White, 13.1% Black, 0.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.4% Asian.
What is the median home value in Saraland, AL?
The median home value in Saraland is $217,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x.
How educated is Saraland, Alabama?
25.0% of adults (25+) in Saraland hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.