Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
| Below Poverty | 12.3% ▲ 23% above avg |
| College Grads | 37.8% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 3.7% ▼ 24% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,074 (2.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 14,532 (28.6%) |
| Some College | 7,353 (14.5%) |
| Associates | 8,534 (16.8%) |
| Bachelors | 5,441 (10.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 13,948 (27.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $75,526 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $227,117 ▼ 19% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $978/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 34,394 |
| Vacant Units | 3,179 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Limestone County is located in Alabama and encompasses 11 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 79,463 residents. With a median age of 41.71, it is a middle-aged county.
Limestone County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $75,525 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 12.3% is above the national average.
Housing in Limestone County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $227,117 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $978. Homeownership rates are high at 75.9%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Limestone County are primarily White (77.06%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 37.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Limestone County, AL is a middle-income 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35739 | Ardmore | 5,056 | $62,463 | $199,900 | $782 | 2.8% | 28.0% |
| 35611 | Athens | 29,077 | $54,606 | $201,700 | $796 | 5.1% | 35.9% |
| 35613 | Athens | 24,175 | $103,281 | $291,300 | $1,284 | 1.9% | 48.5% |
| 35614 | Athens | 7,157 | $57,296 | $178,200 | $1,022 | 6.3% | 31.5% |
| 35620 | Elkmont | 10,990 | $82,511 | $190,800 | $903 | 2.2% | 28.5% |
| 35647 | Lester | 1,031 | $114,318 | $241,400 | — | 5.3% | 44.5% |
| 35671 | Tanner | 1,907 | $84,467 | $251,400 | $672 | 5.8% | 30.3% |