Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.82 |
| Below Poverty | 19.4% ▲ 94% above avg |
| College Grads | 30.3% ▼ 22% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.4% ▼ 11% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 242 (2.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,740 (41.5%) |
| Some College | 1,325 (11.6%) |
| Associates | 1,683 (14.7%) |
| Bachelors | 1,113 (9.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,328 (20.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $54,456 ▼ 29% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $148,524 ▼ 47% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $782/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 9,532 |
| Vacant Units | 2,120 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Hale County is located in Alabama and encompasses 6 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 20,616 residents. With a median age of 37.81, it is a relatively young county.
Hale County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $54,456 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 19.4% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Hale County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $148,524 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $782. Homeownership rates are high at 81.4%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Hale County are racially diverse, with Black as the largest group at 48.5%. Educational attainment is moderately educated — 30.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Hale County, AL is a working-class area in Alabama. The 6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35441 | Akron | 881 | $51,382 | $78,000 | — | 5.3% | 30.5% |
| 36742 | Gallion | 2,841 | $44,196 | $130,600 | $674 | 0.0% | 33.3% |
| 36744 | Greensboro | 5,662 | $33,983 | $151,200 | $716 | 9.1% | 26.7% |
| 35474 | Moundville | 8,648 | $80,406 | $187,700 | $861 | 2.1% | 35.3% |
| 36765 | Newbern | 680 | $52,102 | $79,100 | — | 20.5% | 16.0% |
| 36776 | Sawyerville | 1,904 | $15,045 | $46,800 | — | 1.0% | 19.1% |