Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.59 |
| Below Poverty | 17.2% ▲ 72% above avg |
| College Grads | 30.2% ▼ 22% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.5% ▲ 33% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,769 (2.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 20,718 (33.3%) |
| Some College | 9,820 (15.8%) |
| Associates | 11,137 (17.9%) |
| Bachelors | 7,346 (11.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 11,473 (18.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $52,847 ▼ 31% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $158,239 ▼ 43% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $812/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 45,059 |
| Vacant Units | 7,737 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Etowah County is located in Alabama and encompasses 11 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 98,358 residents. With a median age of 42.02, it is a middle-aged county.
Etowah County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $52,846 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.5%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 17.2% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Etowah County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $158,239 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $812. Homeownership rates are high at 73.4%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Etowah County are primarily White (74.69%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 30.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Etowah County, AL is a working-class area in Alabama. The 11 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35952 | Altoona | 8,901 | $44,973 | $120,400 | $661 | 6.5% | 22.7% |
| 35954 | Attalla | 12,170 | $56,004 | $130,600 | $681 | 5.0% | 21.3% |
| 35901 | Gadsden | 19,186 | $47,826 | $174,200 | $747 | 9.1% | 33.0% |
| 35903 | Gadsden | 17,180 | $50,063 | $170,000 | $823 | 5.1% | 29.8% |
| 35904 | Gadsden | 13,571 | $40,915 | $100,100 | $792 | 8.9% | 21.3% |
| 35905 | Gadsden | 6,308 | $65,505 | $188,600 | $715 | 1.9% | 35.7% |
| 35907 | Gadsden | 9,299 | $73,790 | $203,500 | $1,131 | 3.5% | 40.6% |
| 35972 | Gallant | 1,300 | $52,839 | $89,500 | — | 4.5% | 49.0% |
| 35906 | Rainbow City | 10,443 | $58,896 | $199,500 | $998 | 8.4% | 38.6% |