Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.39 |
| Below Poverty | 26.5% ▲ 165% above avg |
| College Grads | 26.7% ▼ 31% below avg |
| Unemployment | 9.1% ▲ 86% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 101 (1.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,395 (45.7%) |
| Some College | 617 (11.8%) |
| Associates | 693 (13.2%) |
| Bachelors | 630 (12%) |
| Graduate Degree | 804 (15.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $36,354 ▼ 52% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $82,802 ▼ 70% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $665/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 4,018 |
| Vacant Units | 535 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Lowndes County is located in Alabama and encompasses 4 ZIP codes spanning 4 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 8,441 residents. With a median age of 42.47, it is a middle-aged county.
Lowndes County has a lower-income economic profile. The median household income of $36,354 is well below the national average. Unemployment stands at 9.1%, significantly above the national average. The poverty rate of 26.5% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Lowndes County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $82,802 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $664. Homeownership rates are high at 74.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Lowndes County are primarily Black (70.62%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 26.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Lowndes County, AL is a lower-income area in Alabama. The 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36032 | Fort Deposit | 2,358 | $24,896 | $75,000 | $460 | 16.9% | 19.5% |
| 36040 | Hayneville | 3,539 | $35,250 | $68,300 | $801 | 7.0% | 26.0% |
| 36047 | Letohatchee | 1,248 | $51,417 | — | — | 9.0% | 20.8% |
| 36752 | Lowndesboro | 1,296 | $45,714 | $136,600 | — | 0.8% | 47.2% |