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Sardis City, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Sardis City, Alabama had a total population of 2,046, the 223rd largest town in Alabama, with a median household income of $67,721, which is 6% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.1%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Sardis City Quick Facts

Population 2,046
Median Household Income $67,721
Median Home Value $225,700
Poverty Rate 12.1%
Unemployment Rate 4.1%
Median Age 42.6 years
Homeownership Rate 91.2%
Affordability Ratio 3.3x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 23.5%
High School Graduation Rate 94.0%
Diversity Index 16/100
Population 2,046 223rd of 592
Median Income $67,721 top 30%
Poverty Rate 12.1% 3% lower than national
Median Home Value $225,700 top 20%

How Sardis City Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population1,8052,046+13.4%
Median household income$59,632$67,721+13.6%
Median home value$207,300$225,700+8.9%

How Sardis City Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 18.5%
$25K-$50K 20.7%
$50K-$100K 27.4%
$100K+ 33.4%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
5.2%
$10K-$15K
4.2%
$15K-$20K
1.4%
$20K-$25K
7.6%
$25K-$30K
3.3%
$30K-$35K
5.2%
$35K-$40K
4.5%
$40K-$45K
1.6%
$45K-$50K
6.2%
$50K-$60K
5.9%
$60K-$75K
8.5%
$75K-$100K
13.0%
$100K-$125K
12.7%
$125K-$150K
8.4%
$150K-$200K
6.0%
$200K+
6.3%

Employment

4.1% Unemployment Rate State: 4.7%|National: 5.2%
55.8% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 91.2%
Renter 8.8%
Affordability Index Affordable
3.3x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $862/mo 15.3% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

16out of 100
Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 53 | National average: 61

Education

Sardis City Rankings in Alabama

#223 Population of 592
#161 Median Income of 537
#158 Education of 592
#101 Home Value of 529

Other Cities in Etowah County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Gadsden 33,374 $40,345 28.1% $116,800
Boaz 10,814 $49,846 19.4% $199,200
Rainbow City 10,284 $56,398 10.0% $223,000
Attalla 5,775 $59,215 11.3% $126,100
Hokes Bluff 4,547 $74,968 4.0% $196,400
Carlisle-Rockledge 1,993 $60,360 21.7% $115,900
Whitesboro 1,918 $67,188 3.9% $154,400
Coats Bend 1,630 $70,409 18.0% $149,600
Altoona 1,252 $43,056 23.2% $114,100
Tidmore Bend 1,192 $60,729 14.6% $162,500

Cities Similar to Sardis City

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Creola2,088$66,607$211,00014.6%18.3%
Whitesboro1,918$67,188$154,40016.2%3.9%
Concord1,913$66,406$173,50013.7%11.2%
Carlisle-Rockledge1,993$60,360$115,9009.1%21.7%
Cowarts2,204$64,118$177,70011.0%18.5%

Population Overview

Sardis City is a small community located in Alabama, within Etowah County. The total population is 2,046. It ranks as the 223rd most populous out of 592 Census-designated places in Alabama.

Age Demographics

The median age in Sardis City is 42.6 years. This is 8% higher than the state median of 39.3 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Sardis City is $67,721. This is 6% higher than the state median of $63,999. It is also 16% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.1%. This is 23% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. The unemployment rate is 4.1%. This is 13% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $225,700. Housing costs are 8% higher than the state median of $209,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x. 91.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 30% higher than the state average of 70.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

Sardis City has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.5% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.7%. The Black or African American population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 25.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.7%) is well below the state average of 5.6%.

Education

23.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 17% 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 94.0%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Sardis City, 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 Sardis City, Alabama?

Sardis City, Alabama has a population of 2,046 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Sardis City, AL?

The median household income in Sardis City is $67,721, which is 16% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Sardis City, AL?

The poverty rate in Sardis City is 12.1%. This means approximately 247 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Sardis City, Alabama?

Sardis City's population is 91.5% White, 0.3% Black, 2.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Sardis City, AL?

The median home value in Sardis City is $225,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x.

How educated is Sardis City, Alabama?

23.5% of adults (25+) in Sardis City hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.