Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.50 |
| Below Poverty | 13.1% ▲ 31% above avg |
| College Grads | 33.5% ▼ 13% below avg |
| Unemployment | 3.8% ▼ 22% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2,402 (3%) |
| HS Graduate | 25,393 (31.8%) |
| Some College | 11,985 (15%) |
| Associates | 13,102 (16.4%) |
| Bachelors | 7,578 (9.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 19,342 (24.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,779 ▼ 14% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $186,240 ▼ 33% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $832/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 56,754 |
| Vacant Units | 5,342 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Morgan County is located in Alabama and encompasses 13 ZIP codes spanning 9 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 130,573 residents. With a median age of 40.05, it is a middle-aged county.
Morgan County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $65,779 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 13.1% is above the national average.
Housing in Morgan County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $186,240 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $832. Homeownership rates are high at 72.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Morgan County are primarily White (73.29%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 33.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Morgan County, AL is a solidly middle-class area in Alabama. The 13 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35619 | Danville | 5,098 | $64,295 | $150,000 | $993 | 2.6% | 24.7% |
| 35601 | Decatur | 36,008 | $50,216 | $148,100 | $860 | 5.4% | 31.3% |
| 35603 | Decatur | 31,875 | $78,237 | $235,600 | $857 | 3.3% | 40.2% |
| 35621 | Eva | 3,292 | $82,167 | $186,400 | $1,029 | 1.6% | 42.1% |
| 35622 | Falkville | 6,532 | $53,354 | $174,400 | $880 | 4.3% | 19.1% |
| 35640 | Hartselle | 26,976 | $69,686 | $196,600 | $767 | 2.9% | 35.3% |
| 35754 | Laceys Spring | 5,602 | $92,632 | $174,900 | $736 | 5.6% | 43.0% |
| 35670 | Somerville | 7,116 | $48,531 | $165,200 | $765 | 3.6% | 28.6% |
| 35673 | Trinity | 7,679 | $75,366 | $191,400 | $730 | 2.2% | 23.7% |
| 35775 | Valhermoso Springs | 395 | $43,935 | $74,200 | — | 0.0% | 0.0% |