Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.17 |
| Below Poverty | 24.1% ▲ 141% above avg |
| College Grads | 28.1% ▼ 27% below avg |
| Unemployment | 8.6% ▲ 76% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 32 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,441 (39.7%) |
| Some College | 964 (15.7%) |
| Associates | 1,050 (17.1%) |
| Bachelors | 438 (7.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,219 (19.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $38,270 ▼ 50% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $107,514 ▼ 61% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $894/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 5,942 |
| Vacant Units | 1,391 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Sumter County is located in Alabama and encompasses 8 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 11,600 residents. With a median age of 35.26, it is a relatively young county.
Sumter County has a lower-income economic profile. The median household income of $38,270 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 8.6%, significantly above the national average. The poverty rate of 24.1% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Sumter County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $107,514 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $893. Homeownership rates are high at 67.0%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Sumter County are primarily Black (71.69%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 28.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Sumter County, AL is a lower-income area in Alabama. The 8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36901 | Bellamy | 130 | $50,472 | — | — | 0.0% | 45.3% |
| 36907 | Cuba | 1,523 | $38,750 | $85,000 | $1,156 | 4.8% | 22.6% |
| 35459 | Emelle | 701 | $40,000 | $65,500 | — | 4.9% | 24.3% |
| 35460 | Epes | 465 | $30,096 | $56,000 | — | 9.4% | 30.7% |
| 35464 | Gainesville | 448 | $12,423 | $50,600 | $725 | 0.0% | 22.8% |
| 35470 | Livingston | 4,909 | $40,042 | $154,200 | $933 | 11.4% | 34.2% |
| 36925 | York | 3,322 | $39,219 | $72,600 | $738 | 8.8% | 22.1% |