Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
| Below Poverty | 28.4% ▲ 184% above avg |
| College Grads | 29.5% ▼ 24% below avg |
| Unemployment | 10.4% ▲ 112% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 320 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 10,149 (41.2%) |
| Some College | 2,747 (11.2%) |
| Associates | 4,149 (16.9%) |
| Bachelors | 2,819 (11.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,433 (18%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $37,117 ▼ 51% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $98,257 ▼ 65% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $773/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 20,355 |
| Vacant Units | 3,845 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Dallas County is located in Alabama and encompasses 10 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 39,846 residents. With a median age of 41.31, it is a middle-aged county.
Dallas County has a lower-income economic profile. The median household income of $37,116 is well below the national average. Unemployment stands at 10.4%, more than double the national average. The poverty rate of 28.4% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Dallas County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $98,257 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $773. Homeownership rates are high at 63.1%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Dallas County are primarily Black (70.2%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 29.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Dallas County, AL is a lower-income 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36759 | Marion Junction | 1,651 | $28,935 | $61,100 | — | 10.5% | 34.6% |
| 36761 | Minter | 869 | $24,868 | $50,400 | $761 | 6.9% | 24.4% |
| 36767 | Orrville | 1,474 | $36,750 | $95,500 | $397 | 7.9% | 29.7% |
| 36758 | Plantersville | 1,730 | $50,682 | $86,200 | $754 | 0.0% | 34.1% |
| 36701 | Selma | 22,358 | $40,466 | $111,000 | $823 | 11.1% | 31.8% |
| 36703 | Selma | 9,489 | $30,096 | $74,400 | $711 | 10.6% | 25.0% |
| 36785 | Tyler | 969 | $29,844 | $100,900 | $850 | 2.8% | 8.2% |