Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.67 |
| Below Poverty | 19.8% ▲ 98% above avg |
| College Grads | 24.6% ▼ 37% below avg |
| Unemployment | 12.8% ▲ 161% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 456 (3.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,382 (43.4%) |
| Some College | 1,995 (13.6%) |
| Associates | 2,210 (15%) |
| Bachelors | 1,197 (8.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,457 (16.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $50,760 ▼ 33% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $127,222 ▼ 54% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $742/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 12,073 |
| Vacant Units | 3,373 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Clarke County is located in Alabama and encompasses 9 ZIP codes spanning 9 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 23,398 residents. With a median age of 42.22, it is a middle-aged county.
Clarke County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $50,760 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 12.8%, more than double the national average. The poverty rate of 19.8% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Clarke County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $127,222 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $741. Homeownership rates are high at 71.4%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Clarke County are majority White (52.43%). Educational attainment is less-educated — 24.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Clarke County, AL is a working-class area in Alabama. The 9 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36524 | Coffeeville | 1,172 | $43,500 | $99,300 | $703 | 16.6% | 22.9% |
| 36436 | Dickinson | 783 | $71,058 | $134,600 | $852 | 0.0% | 6.3% |
| 36446 | Fulton | 457 | $57,070 | $109,300 | — | 5.1% | 16.2% |
| 36540 | Gainestown | 854 | $33,500 | — | — | 24.3% | 19.0% |
| 36451 | Grove Hill | 4,266 | $48,849 | $130,800 | $782 | 5.0% | 28.5% |
| 36545 | Jackson | 8,596 | $49,338 | $141,200 | $640 | 18.7% | 27.7% |
| 36784 | Thomasville | 6,104 | $51,442 | $122,200 | $851 | 8.8% | 21.2% |
| 36482 | Whatley | 1,010 | $71,250 | $76,400 | — | 16.1% | 24.5% |