Stockton, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Stockton, Alabama had a total population of 356, the 458th largest community in Alabama, with a median household income of $148,611, which is 132% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 132% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Alabama.
- 69.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Alabama.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x.
Stockton Quick Facts
How Stockton 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 | 390 | 356 | -8.7% |
| Median household income | $143,239 | $148,611 | +3.8% |
| Median home value | $277,800 | $361,800 | +30.2% |
How Stockton 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+)
Stockton Rankings in Alabama
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Other Cities in Baldwin County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daphne | 29,453 | $87,250 | 7.2% | $323,400 |
| Fairhope | 24,190 | $94,274 | 8.2% | $430,900 |
| Foley | 24,026 | $66,336 | 11.0% | $289,300 |
| Gulf Shores | 16,401 | $78,188 | 11.5% | $382,700 |
| Spanish Fort | 10,662 | $99,346 | 5.8% | $343,900 |
| Orange Beach | 8,407 | $97,736 | 2.6% | $502,400 |
| Bay Minette | 8,295 | $44,523 | 24.4% | $173,000 |
| Robertsdale | 7,194 | $59,152 | 11.1% | $229,300 |
| Loxley | 4,357 | $108,488 | 11.7% | $398,500 |
| Stapleton | 3,009 | N/A | 4.4% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Stockton
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Epes | 354 | N/A | $56,700 | 26.0% | 49.1% |
| Cullomburg | 363 | N/A | N/A | 5.6% | 56.8% |
| Our Town | 372 | N/A | N/A | 23.4% | 13.2% |
| Nances Creek | 330 | N/A | $222,100 | 26.5% | 15.2% |
| Fredonia | 329 | N/A | $237,500 | 14.3% | 76.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 356, Stockton'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
Stockton is a small community located in Alabama, within Baldwin County. The total population is 356. It ranks as the 458th most populous out of 592 Census-designated places in Alabama.
Age Demographics
The median age in Stockton is 48.3 years. This is 23% higher than the state median of 39.3 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Stockton is $148,611. This is 132% higher than the state median of $63,999. It is also 84% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 5.3%. This is 66% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Stockton, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $361,800. Housing costs are 72% higher than the state median of $209,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x, Stockton is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 96.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 38% higher than the state average of 70.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Stockton was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
69.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Stockton in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 145% 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 94.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Stockton, 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 Stockton, Alabama?
Stockton, Alabama has a population of 356 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Stockton, AL?
The median household income in Stockton is $148,611, which is 84% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Stockton, AL?
The poverty rate in Stockton is 5.3%. This means approximately 19 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Stockton, Alabama?
Stockton's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Stockton, AL?
The median home value in Stockton is $361,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.4x.
How educated is Stockton, Alabama?
69.4% of adults (25+) in Stockton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 14.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.