Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.48 |
| Below Poverty | 20.0% ▲ 100% above avg |
| College Grads | 23.0% ▼ 41% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.4% ▼ 9% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 344 (2.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,449 (44.3%) |
| Some College | 2,509 (17.2%) |
| Associates | 1,880 (12.9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,263 (8.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,116 (14.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $47,370 ▼ 38% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $105,211 ▼ 62% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $680/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 13,386 |
| Vacant Units | 3,660 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Winston County is located in Alabama and encompasses 8 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 24,290 residents. With a median age of 45.28, it is a mature county.
Winston County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $47,369 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 20.0% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Winston County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $105,211 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $680. Homeownership rates are high at 77.5%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Winston County are primarily White (92.17%). Educational attainment is less-educated — 23.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Winston County, AL is a working-class 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35540 | Addison | 2,092 | $51,454 | $117,100 | $668 | 4.6% | 26.8% |
| 35541 | Arley | 4,125 | $45,268 | $181,900 | $885 | 7.7% | 35.3% |
| 35553 | Double Springs | 5,073 | $51,500 | $98,700 | $449 | 2.5% | 22.2% |
| 35565 | Haleyville | 10,815 | $43,761 | $79,900 | $703 | 4.5% | 18.2% |
| 35572 | Houston | 1,135 | $68,483 | — | — | 2.1% | 20.1% |
| 35575 | Lynn | 1,046 | $41,862 | $72,300 | $781 | 2.5% | 23.3% |