Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.40 |
| Below Poverty | 19.4% ▲ 94% above avg |
| College Grads | 24.0% ▼ 38% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.6% ▲ 35% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 214 (1.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,617 (40.3%) |
| Some College | 2,262 (16.2%) |
| Associates | 2,515 (18%) |
| Bachelors | 1,463 (10.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,865 (13.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $46,025 ▼ 40% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $109,386 ▼ 61% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $625/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 11,012 |
| Vacant Units | 2,414 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Barbour County is located in Alabama and encompasses 5 ZIP codes spanning 4 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 23,738 residents. With a median age of 41.1, it is a middle-aged county.
Barbour County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $46,025 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.6%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 19.4% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Barbour County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $109,386 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $625. Homeownership rates are high at 66.5%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Barbour County are racially diverse, with Black as the largest group at 47.9%. Educational attainment is less-educated — 24.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Barbour County, AL is a working-class area in Alabama. The 5 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36016 | Clayton | 4,357 | $57,396 | $75,300 | $636 | 2.5% | 15.6% |
| 36017 | Clio | 3,152 | $40,074 | $77,500 | $448 | 7.7% | 20.1% |
| 36027 | Eufaula | 14,981 | $45,544 | $126,500 | $661 | 7.7% | 27.3% |
| 36048 | Louisville | 1,248 | $27,137 | $103,500 | $604 | 5.8% | 23.4% |