Silas town, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Silas town, Alabama Demographics
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Very AffordableHome value to income ratio of 1.3x is exceptionally low

As of 2026, Silas town, Alabama has a total population of 505, the 423rd largest city in Alabama, with a median household income of $66,591, which is 7% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.5%.

Key Takeaways

Only 9.8% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.0%.
Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.3x.

Silas town Quick Facts

Population 505

Median Household Income $66,591

Median Home Value $87,100

Poverty Rate 12.5%

Unemployment Rate 5.5%

Median Age 36.3 years

Homeownership Rate 90.7%

Affordability Ratio 1.3x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 9.8%

High School Graduation Rate 91.6%

Diversity Index 50/100

Population 505 423rd of 589

Median Income $66,591 top 30%

Poverty Rate 12.5% about average national

Median Home Value $87,100 bottom 20%

How Silas town Compares

Median Household Income

Silas town

$66,591

$62,027

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Silas town

$87,100

$195,100

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 23.5%

$25K-$50K 14.8%

$50K-$100K 40.7%

$100K+ 21.0%

Employment

5.5% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8% | National: 5.2%

53.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 90.7%

Renter 9.3%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

1.3x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

19.2%

18-34

29.3%

35-54

29.9%

55-74

19.4%

75+

2.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 52 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Silas town Rankings in Alabama

#423 Population of 589

#153 Median Income of 589

#432 Education of 589

#448 Home Value of 589

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Cities Similar to Silas town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Excel town	504	$66,167	$145,500	23.5%	21.4%
Highland Lake town	516	$65,625	$268,500	30.3%	10.3%
Ray CDP	488	$68,487	$142,800	23.6%	0.0%
Hackneyville CDP	519	$72,045	$130,200	13.0%	9.4%
Ranburne town	524	$73,750	$229,800	29.1%	7.6%

Population Overview

Silas town is a small community located in Alabama. The total population is 505. It ranks as the 423rd most populous out of 589 cities and towns in Alabama.

Age Demographics

The median age in Silas town is 36.3 years. This is 8% lower than the state median of 39.3 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Silas town is $66,591. This is 7% higher than the state median of $62,027. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 15% lower. The poverty rate stands at 12.5%. This is 20% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. The unemployment rate is 5.5%. This is 14% higher than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $87,100. Housing costs are 55% lower than the state median of $195,100. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.3x, Silas town is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 90.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 30% higher than the state average of 69.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Silas town is White (non-Hispanic), making up 60.4% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 35.8%.

Education

9.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 65% lower than the state rate of 27.8%. Nationally, 35.0% 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 Silas town, Alabama is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Alabama state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 589 Census-designated places in Alabama. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Silas town, Alabama?

Silas town, Alabama has a population of 505 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Silas town, AL?

The median household income in Silas town is $66,591, which is 15% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Silas town, AL?

The poverty rate in Silas town is 12.5%. This means approximately 63 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Silas town, Alabama?

Silas town's population is 60.4% White, 35.8% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Silas town, AL?

The median home value in Silas town is $87,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.3x.

How educated is Silas town, Alabama?

9.8% of adults (25+) in Silas town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.