Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
| Below Poverty | 18.0% ▲ 80% above avg |
| College Grads | 27.5% ▼ 29% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.8% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 329 (2%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,135 (36.4%) |
| Some College | 2,601 (15.4%) |
| Associates | 3,123 (18.5%) |
| Bachelors | 2,074 (12.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,605 (15.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $55,777 ▼ 27% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $129,375 ▼ 54% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $742/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 12,911 |
| Vacant Units | 2,219 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Geneva County is located in Alabama and encompasses 9 ZIP codes spanning 9 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 27,193 residents. With a median age of 43.11, it is a middle-aged county.
Geneva County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $55,776 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 18.0% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Geneva County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $129,375 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $741. Homeownership rates are high at 78.2%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Geneva County are primarily White (81.11%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 27.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Geneva County, AL is a solidly middle-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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36314 | Black | 613 | $57,930 | — | — | 1.3% | 25.9% |
| 36316 | Chancellor | 2,199 | $74,430 | $187,100 | $588 | 1.1% | 36.3% |
| 36318 | Coffee Springs | 1,193 | $52,500 | $127,300 | $746 | 1.2% | 34.3% |
| 36340 | Geneva | 5,340 | $48,681 | $109,500 | $663 | 8.5% | 22.6% |
| 36344 | Hartford | 5,345 | $61,635 | $158,800 | $802 | 2.4% | 29.1% |
| 36477 | Samson | 4,363 | $49,744 | $99,400 | $738 | 7.8% | 23.6% |
| 36375 | Slocomb | 8,039 | $55,089 | $123,800 | $797 | 4.2% | 27.7% |