Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
| Below Poverty | 18.3% ▲ 83% above avg |
| College Grads | 33.8% ▼ 13% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.3% ▲ 28% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 666 (2.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 9,265 (29.8%) |
| Some College | 5,280 (17%) |
| Associates | 5,557 (17.8%) |
| Bachelors | 3,506 (11.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,862 (22%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $56,077 ▼ 27% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $146,703 ▼ 47% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $835/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 23,033 |
| Vacant Units | 3,097 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Dale County is located in Alabama and encompasses 10 ZIP codes spanning 9 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 50,423 residents. With a median age of 40.8, it is a middle-aged county.
Dale County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $56,076 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.3%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 18.3% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Dale County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $146,703 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $835. Homeownership rates are high at 61.2%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Dale County are majority White (68.13%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 33.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Dale County, AL is a solidly middle-class area in Alabama. The 10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36311 | Ariton | 2,688 | $44,274 | $126,300 | $712 | 1.5% | 21.3% |
| 36317 | Clopton | 710 | $77,273 | $110,100 | — | 0.0% | 48.3% |
| 36322 | Daleville | 7,740 | $49,243 | $115,200 | $777 | 4.4% | 27.5% |
| 36362 | Fort Rucker | 5,221 | $75,875 | — | $1,402 | 3.2% | 56.0% |
| 36350 | Midland City | 7,675 | $55,179 | $169,300 | $780 | 4.2% | 32.7% |
| 36352 | Newton | 5,762 | $71,386 | $200,400 | $810 | 2.9% | 34.2% |
| 36360 | Ozark | 19,461 | $50,032 | $138,200 | $750 | 10.5% | 32.0% |
| 36371 | Pinckard | 425 | $39,000 | $120,400 | $744 | 0.0% | 38.0% |
| 36374 | Skipperville | 741 | $69,265 | $171,700 | $962 | 8.6% | 28.7% |