Shoal Creek, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Shoal Creek, Alabama had a total population of 1,328, the 284th largest community in Alabama, with a median household income of $218,333, which is 241% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 0.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 241% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Alabama.
- 66.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Alabama.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.4%.
Shoal Creek Quick Facts
How Shoal Creek 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 | 1,371 | 1,328 | -3.1% |
| Median household income | $165,625 | $218,333 | +31.8% |
| Median home value | $787,500 | $762,500 | -3.2% |
How Shoal Creek 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+)
Shoal Creek Rankings in Alabama
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Other Cities in Shelby County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabaster | 33,917 | $91,357 | 7.1% | $261,700 |
| Pelham | 24,827 | $101,094 | 6.7% | $299,800 |
| Calera | 17,714 | $87,194 | 7.3% | $235,300 |
| Chelsea | 16,260 | $115,337 | 2.7% | $360,000 |
| Meadowbrook | 9,117 | $141,862 | 5.5% | $423,700 |
| Brook Highland | 8,146 | $79,904 | 4.6% | $427,400 |
| Montevallo | 7,556 | $56,626 | 17.7% | $220,700 |
| Highland Lakes | 5,866 | $169,361 | 4.1% | $599,200 |
| Columbiana | 4,725 | $80,546 | 9.8% | $259,500 |
| Eagle Point | 3,110 | $151,842 | 3.2% | $493,800 |
Cities Similar to Shoal Creek
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Florala | 1,822 | N/A | $91,600 | 7.8% | 16.5% |
| Blue Ridge | 1,190 | $128,482 | $314,900 | 54.4% | 6.2% |
| Grant | 1,336 | $91,477 | $239,400 | 29.1% | 8.6% |
| Chatom | 834 | N/A | $174,100 | 29.1% | 32.6% |
| Susan Moore | 1,336 | $84,554 | $119,600 | 10.2% | 12.1% |
Population Overview
Shoal Creek is a small community located in Alabama, within Shelby County. The total population is 1,328. It ranks as the 284th most populous out of 592 Census-designated places in Alabama.
Age Demographics
The median age in Shoal Creek is 49.6 years. This is 26% higher than the state median of 39.3 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Shoal Creek is $218,333. This is 241% higher than the state median of $63,999. It is also 170% higher than the national median of $80,734. The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in Shoal Creek. In a community this small the estimate rests on very few survey responses, so it should be read as an absence of measurement rather than a measured absence of poverty. The unemployment rate is 2.4%. This is 49% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $762,500. Housing costs are 263% higher than the state median of $209,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x. 87.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 25% higher than the state average of 70.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Shoal Creek has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.2%) is well below the state average of 5.6%.
Education
66.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Shoal Creek in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 135% higher 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 92.3%. Notably, 28.8% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Shoal Creek, 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 Shoal Creek, Alabama?
Shoal Creek, Alabama has a population of 1,328 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Shoal Creek, AL?
The median household income in Shoal Creek is $218,333, which is 170% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Shoal Creek, AL?
The ACS sample for Shoal Creek recorded no residents below the federal poverty line. Because the community is small, this indicates that the survey did not capture poverty here rather than that no poverty exists — the estimate carries a wide margin of error.
What is the racial makeup of Shoal Creek, Alabama?
Shoal Creek's population is 90.8% White, 0.0% Black, 2.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.6% Asian.
What is the median home value in Shoal Creek, AL?
The median home value in Shoal Creek is $762,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x.
How educated is Shoal Creek, Alabama?
66.5% of adults (25+) in Shoal Creek hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 28.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.