Uriah, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Uriah, Alabama had a total population of 199, the 513th largest community in Alabama, with a median household income of $126,563, which is 98% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 98% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Alabama.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Uriah Quick Facts
How Uriah 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 | 214 | 199 | -7.0% |
| Median household income | $121,458 | $126,563 | +4.2% |
How Uriah 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+)
Uriah Rankings in Alabama
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Other Cities in Monroe County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monroeville | 5,802 | $32,513 | 28.8% | $122,900 |
| Frisco City | 1,416 | $36,023 | 26.8% | $84,800 |
| Excel | 524 | $57,375 | 27.5% | $153,600 |
| Beatrice | 182 | $37,292 | 7.1% | $80,800 |
| Vredenburgh | 65 | $35,750 | 29.2% | N/A |
| Megargel | 46 | N/A | 19.6% | N/A |
| Peterman | 19 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Uriah
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malcolm | 204 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| Daviston | 193 | N/A | $120,800 | 24.0% | 7.4% |
| Mount Olive (Coosa County) | 208 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 11.5% |
| Detroit | 189 | N/A | $75,000 | 15.8% | 31.8% |
| Union | 212 | N/A | $88,700 | 27.3% | 29.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 199, Uriah'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
Uriah is a small community located in Alabama, within Monroe County. The total population is 199. It ranks as the 513th most populous out of 592 Census-designated places in Alabama.
Age Demographics
The median age in Uriah is 52.9 years. This is 35% higher than the state median of 39.3 years. Only 4.0% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Uriah is $126,563. This is 98% higher than the state median of $63,999. It is also 57% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.0%. This is 42% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. The unemployment rate is 4.8%. This is 2% higher than the state rate of 4.7%. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 42% higher than the state average of 70.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Uriah 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
0.0% 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. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 96.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Uriah, 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 Uriah, Alabama?
Uriah, Alabama has a population of 199 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Uriah, AL?
The median household income in Uriah is $126,563, which is 57% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Uriah, AL?
The poverty rate in Uriah is 9.0%. This means approximately 18 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Uriah, Alabama?
Uriah's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Uriah, AL?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Uriah — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Uriah, Alabama?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Uriah hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.