Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.35 |
| Below Poverty | 17.3% ▲ 73% above avg |
| College Grads | 26.1% ▼ 33% below avg |
| Unemployment | 8.5% ▲ 74% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,028 (2.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 18,456 (37.9%) |
| Some College | 7,572 (15.6%) |
| Associates | 8,870 (18.2%) |
| Bachelors | 4,818 (9.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,921 (16.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $54,766 ▼ 28% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $132,276 ▼ 53% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $813/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 37,396 |
| Vacant Units | 5,744 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Talladega County is located in Alabama and encompasses 10 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 77,789 residents. With a median age of 42.82, it is a middle-aged county.
Talladega County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $54,765 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 8.5%, significantly above the national average. The poverty rate of 17.3% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Talladega County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $132,276 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $813. Homeownership rates are high at 72.8%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Talladega County are majority White (62.22%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 26.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Talladega County, AL is a working-class area in Alabama. The 10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35014 | Alpine | 3,353 | $73,389 | $119,100 | — | 8.9% | 24.4% |
| 35044 | Childersburg | 8,225 | $50,448 | $120,000 | $792 | 5.3% | 22.9% |
| 35096 | Lincoln | 9,201 | $74,650 | $176,700 | $914 | 3.4% | 25.2% |
| 36268 | Munford | 6,022 | $60,509 | $84,900 | $731 | 10.5% | 22.8% |
| 35150 | Sylacauga | 17,118 | $41,328 | $135,500 | $721 | 8.7% | 25.6% |
| 35151 | Sylacauga | 7,615 | $69,228 | $138,700 | $1,129 | 3.0% | 34.7% |
| 35160 | Talladega | 26,177 | $50,007 | $129,300 | $772 | 12.3% | 26.2% |