Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.39 |
| Below Poverty | 15.7% ▲ 57% above avg |
| College Grads | 31.4% ▼ 19% below avg |
| Unemployment | 7.9% ▲ 61% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 482 (2.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,887 (34.2%) |
| Some College | 3,553 (15.4%) |
| Associates | 3,891 (16.9%) |
| Bachelors | 2,276 (9.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,998 (21.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $54,620 ▼ 28% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $171,026 ▼ 39% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $757/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 21,038 |
| Vacant Units | 6,590 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Tallapoosa County is located in Alabama and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 35,506 residents. With a median age of 45.93, it is a mature county.
Tallapoosa County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $54,619 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 7.9%, significantly above the national average. The poverty rate of 15.7% is above the national average.
Housing in Tallapoosa County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $171,026 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $757. Homeownership rates are high at 75.1%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Tallapoosa County are majority White (64.52%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 31.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Tallapoosa County, AL is a working-class area in Alabama. The 7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35010 | Alexander City | 19,619 | $48,744 | $129,500 | $702 | 8.1% | 30.0% |
| 36850 | Camp Hill | 2,550 | $41,705 | $69,400 | $671 | 4.7% | 13.7% |
| 36853 | Dadeville | 9,110 | $66,767 | $257,000 | $939 | 8.1% | 35.9% |
| 36256 | Daviston | 1,422 | $63,125 | $164,200 | $630 | 9.1% | 30.9% |
| 36861 | Jacksons Gap | 2,805 | $63,694 | $278,100 | $696 | 8.0% | 42.4% |