Twin, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Twin, Alabama had a total population of 475, the 424th largest town in Alabama, with a median household income of $52,639, which is 18% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.8x.
Twin Quick Facts
How Twin 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 | 366 | 475 | +29.8% |
| Median household income | $58,333 | $52,639 | -9.8% |
| Median home value | $95,000 | $95,600 | +0.6% |
How Twin 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+)
Twin Rankings in Alabama
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Other Cities in Marion County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hamilton | 6,922 | $54,871 | 16.7% | $106,300 |
| Winfield | 4,999 | $49,688 | 12.5% | $165,500 |
| Haleyville | 4,271 | $42,058 | 25.2% | $97,600 |
| Guin | 2,381 | $51,117 | 18.3% | $112,000 |
| Hackleburg | 1,709 | $42,292 | 24.0% | $104,700 |
| Bear Creek | 1,474 | $50,188 | 16.4% | $96,900 |
| Brilliant | 1,097 | $47,125 | 36.2% | $47,200 |
| Glen Allen | 372 | $46,313 | 10.3% | $89,600 |
| Gu-Win | 178 | $63,942 | 7.3% | $177,800 |
Cities Similar to Twin
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hackneyville | 471 | N/A | N/A | 3.7% | 10.8% |
| Nectar | 460 | $51,979 | $168,300 | 4.9% | 12.4% |
| Hollins | 465 | $55,398 | $92,400 | 14.0% | 18.5% |
| Joppa | 448 | N/A | $155,900 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Black | 467 | $61,214 | $67,700 | 3.5% | 8.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 475, Twin'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
Twin is a small community located in Alabama, within Marion County. The total population is 475. It ranks as the 424th most populous out of 592 Census-designated places in Alabama.
Age Demographics
The median age in Twin is 43.7 years. This is 11% higher than the state median of 39.3 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Twin is $52,639. This is 18% lower than the state median of $63,999. It is also 35% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.2%. This is 22% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. The unemployment rate is 5.7%. This is 22% higher than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $95,600. Housing costs are 54% lower than the state median of $209,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.8x, Twin is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 92.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 32% higher than the state average of 70.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Twin has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.7% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 5.6%.
Education
11.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 59% 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 87.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Twin, 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 Twin, Alabama?
Twin, Alabama has a population of 475 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Twin, AL?
The median household income in Twin is $52,639, which is 35% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Twin, AL?
The poverty rate in Twin is 12.2%. This means approximately 58 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Twin, Alabama?
Twin's population is 90.7% White, 0.0% Black, 1.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Twin, AL?
The median home value in Twin is $95,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.8x.
How educated is Twin, Alabama?
11.7% of adults (25+) in Twin hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.