Shiloh, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Shiloh, Alabama had a total population of 383, the 447th largest town in Alabama, with a median household income of $61,538, which is 4% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.0%.
Key Takeaways
- Only 3.4% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.9%.
Shiloh Quick Facts
How Shiloh 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 | 338 | 383 | No clear change (+13.3%) |
| Median household income | $57,176 | $61,538 | No clear change (+7.6%) |
| Median home value¹ | $112,117 | $113,900 | No clear change (+1.6%) |
| Median gross rent | $743 | $725 | No clear change (-2.5%) |
How Shiloh 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: 72.1%
- Black: 2.9%
- Hispanic: 0.8%
- Asian: 0.0%
- Other: 16.7%
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 53 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
- < High School: 6.0%
- HS Diploma: 42.7%
- Some College: 42.7%
- Associate's: 5.2%
- Bachelor's: 3.4%
- Graduate+: 0.0%
Shiloh Rankings in Alabama
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Other Cities in DeKalb County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Payne | 14,927 | $47,479 | 32.5% | $157,000 |
| Rainsville | 5,702 | $74,046 | 7.0% | $230,400 |
| Henagar | 2,501 | $49,315 | 22.4% | $144,700 |
| Crossville | 2,143 | $49,100 | 21.1% | $129,900 |
| Sylvania | 1,925 | $56,161 | 10.6% | $161,500 |
| Collinsville | 1,781 | $31,652 | 26.0% | $59,000 |
| Fyffe | 1,190 | $34,870 | 14.5% | $113,300 |
| Geraldine | 1,011 | $43,594 | 21.0% | $171,900 |
| Powell | 912 | $61,786 | 30.8% | $116,400 |
| Sand Rock | 868 | $73,333 | 7.5% | $218,800 |
Cities Similar to Shiloh
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Our Town | 372 | N/A | N/A | 23.4% | 13.2% |
| Cullomburg | 363 | N/A | N/A | 5.6% | 56.8% |
| Hatton | 405 | N/A | N/A | 6.8% | 19.3% |
| County Line | 358 | $61,250 | $95,000 | 4.6% | 16.5% |
| Epes | 354 | N/A | $56,700 | 26.0% | 49.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 383, Shiloh'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
Shiloh is a small community located in Alabama, within DeKalb County. The total population is 383. It ranks as the 447th most populous out of 592 Census-designated places in Alabama.
Age Demographics
The median age in Shiloh is 49.2 years. This is 25% higher than the state median of 39.3 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Shiloh is $61,538. 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 11.0%. This is 30% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. The unemployment rate is 1.9%. This is 59% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $113,900. Housing costs are 46% lower than the state median of $209,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x, Shiloh is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 55.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 21% lower than the state average of 70.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Shiloh is White (non-Hispanic), making up 72.1% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 2.9%. The Black or African American population (2.9%) is well below the state average of 25.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 5.6%.
Education
3.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 88% 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 Shiloh, 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 Shiloh, Alabama?
Shiloh, Alabama has a population of 383 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Shiloh, AL?
The median household income in Shiloh is $61,538, which is 24% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Shiloh, AL?
The poverty rate in Shiloh is 11.0%. This means approximately 42 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Shiloh, Alabama?
Shiloh's population is 72.1% White, 2.9% Black, 0.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Shiloh, AL?
The median home value in Shiloh is $113,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.9x.
How educated is Shiloh, Alabama?
3.4% of adults (25+) in Shiloh hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.