Scottsboro, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Scottsboro, Alabama had a total population of 15,712, the 48th largest city in Alabama, with a median household income of $53,929, which is 16% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.6%.
Scottsboro Quick Facts
How Scottsboro 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 | 14,526 | 15,712 | +8.2% |
| Median household income | $52,491 | $53,929 | No clear change (+2.7%) |
| Median home value¹ | $145,100 | $190,400 | +31.2% |
| Median gross rent | $737 | $830 | No clear change (+12.6%) |
How Scottsboro 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: 84.6%
- Black: 6.3%
- Hispanic: 4.2%
- Asian: 0.9%
- Other: 0.6%
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: 11.4%
- HS Diploma: 33.5%
- Some College: 19.2%
- Associate's: 13.2%
- Bachelor's: 14.7%
- Graduate+: 7.9%
Scottsboro Rankings in Alabama
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Other Cities in Jackson County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgeport | 2,246 | $34,481 | 32.7% | $94,000 |
| Stevenson | 1,995 | $53,958 | 17.0% | $156,900 |
| Skyline | 1,126 | $44,307 | 18.0% | $123,800 |
| Section | 1,069 | $47,500 | 22.2% | $156,000 |
| Woodville | 947 | $54,000 | 10.9% | $184,600 |
| Hollywood | 942 | $51,071 | 13.6% | $113,200 |
| Pisgah | 923 | $54,167 | 20.1% | $134,400 |
| Hytop | 726 | $66,458 | 11.7% | $144,800 |
| Pleasant Groves | 485 | $60,759 | 11.8% | $159,500 |
| Dutton | 435 | $63,750 | 17.0% | $113,800 |
Cities Similar to Scottsboro
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Center Point | 15,914 | $56,417 | $151,700 | 17.0% | 14.3% |
| Jacksonville | 14,437 | $51,814 | $185,500 | 31.2% | 23.1% |
| Saraland | 16,404 | $61,509 | $217,600 | 25.0% | 10.1% |
| Fort Payne | 14,927 | $47,479 | $157,000 | 17.3% | 32.5% |
| Hueytown | 16,414 | $62,784 | $155,300 | 21.0% | 16.2% |
Population Overview
Scottsboro is a small city located in Alabama, within Jackson County. The total population is 15,712. It ranks as the 48th most populous out of 592 Census-designated places in Alabama.
Age Demographics
The median age in Scottsboro is 41.2 years. This is 5% higher than the state median of 39.3 years. 10.3% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Scottsboro is $53,929. This is 16% lower than the state median of $63,999. It is also 33% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 18.6%. This is 19% higher than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. The unemployment rate is 3.5%. This is 26% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $190,400. Housing costs are 9% lower than the state median of $209,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x. 68.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 3% lower than the state average of 70.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Scottsboro is White (non-Hispanic), making up 84.6% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 6.3%. The Black or African American population (6.3%) is well below the state average of 25.6%.
Education
22.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 20% 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 88.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Scottsboro, 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 Scottsboro, Alabama?
Scottsboro, Alabama has a population of 15,712 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Scottsboro, AL?
The median household income in Scottsboro is $53,929, which is 33% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Scottsboro, AL?
The poverty rate in Scottsboro is 18.6%. This means approximately 2,848 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Scottsboro, Alabama?
Scottsboro's population is 84.6% White, 6.3% Black, 4.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.9% Asian.
What is the median home value in Scottsboro, AL?
The median home value in Scottsboro is $190,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x.
How educated is Scottsboro, Alabama?
22.6% of adults (25+) in Scottsboro hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.