Weaver, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Weaver, Alabama had a total population of 3,324, the 161st largest city in Alabama, with a median household income of $49,435, which is 23% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.7%.
Weaver Quick Facts
How Weaver Changed
Change from the non-overlapping 2015–2019 ACS period to 2020–2024. Earlier dollar figures are adjusted to 2024 dollars; changes marked “no clear change” are within the combined 90% margins of error.
| Metric | 2015–2019 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,077 | 3,324 | +8.0% |
| Median household income | $70,252 | $49,435 | No clear change (-29.6%) |
| Median home value¹ | $131,563 | $162,300 | No clear change (+23.4%) |
| Median gross rent | $1,247 | $885 | No clear change (-29.0%) |
How Weaver Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
- White: 68.2%
- Black: 21.5%
- Hispanic: 7.6%
- Asian: 0.0%
- Other: 0.0%
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 53 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
- < High School: 14.9%
- HS Diploma: 24.2%
- Some College: 23.3%
- Associate's: 6.1%
- Bachelor's: 15.9%
- Graduate+: 15.7%
Weaver Rankings in Alabama
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Other Cities in Calhoun County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxford | 22,063 | $74,268 | 15.8% | $170,900 |
| Anniston | 21,271 | $46,668 | 20.6% | $158,800 |
| Jacksonville | 14,437 | $51,814 | 23.1% | $185,500 |
| Saks | 10,681 | $49,753 | 20.0% | $116,400 |
| Southside | 9,483 | $76,487 | 4.4% | $226,500 |
| Glencoe | 5,353 | $68,517 | 10.6% | $206,100 |
| Piedmont | 4,740 | $40,506 | 19.9% | $114,800 |
| Alexandria | 3,475 | $85,089 | 11.0% | $197,700 |
| West End-Cobb Town | 3,453 | $55,323 | 22.7% | $83,900 |
| Choccolocco | 2,620 | $78,858 | 8.6% | $262,900 |
Cities Similar to Weaver
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ladonia | 3,346 | $53,441 | $102,000 | 13.5% | 16.0% |
| Heflin | 3,467 | $46,711 | $171,700 | 15.8% | 17.9% |
| Underwood-Petersville | 3,100 | $48,219 | $142,900 | 21.4% | 7.4% |
| Elba | 3,468 | $44,792 | $114,500 | 11.7% | 23.8% |
| West End-Cobb Town | 3,453 | $55,323 | $83,900 | 9.2% | 22.7% |
Population Overview
Weaver is a small community located in Alabama, within Calhoun County. The total population is 3,324. It ranks as the 161st most populous out of 592 Census-designated places in Alabama.
Age Demographics
The median age in Weaver is 34.7 years. This is 12% lower than the state median of 39.3 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Weaver is $49,435. This is 23% lower than the state median of $63,999. It is also 39% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 15.7%. This is about the same as the state poverty rate of 15.6%. The unemployment rate is 2.6%. This is 45% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $162,300. Housing costs are 23% lower than the state median of $209,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x. 71.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% higher than the state average of 70.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Weaver is White (non-Hispanic), making up 68.2% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 21.5%.
Education
31.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 11% 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 85.1%. Notably, 15.7% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Weaver, 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 Weaver, Alabama?
Weaver, Alabama has a population of 3,324 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Weaver, AL?
The median household income in Weaver is $49,435, which is 39% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Weaver, AL?
The poverty rate in Weaver is 15.7%. This means approximately 519 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Weaver, Alabama?
Weaver's population is 68.2% White, 21.5% Black, 7.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Weaver, AL?
The median home value in Weaver is $162,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x.
How educated is Weaver, Alabama?
31.6% of adults (25+) in Weaver hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 15.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.