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Russellville, AL Micro Area

Russellville, AL · Micro Area

31,966Population

A micropolitan statistical area of 1 county, part of the Florence-Muscle Shoals-Russellville, AL combined area. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income
$53,338
Median home value
$136,000
Land area
634 sq mi
50 people per sq mi

Market now

Counties in this micro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

CountyRolePopulationMedian incomeMedian home value
Franklin County, ALCentral31,966$53,338$136,000

Largest cities and towns

7 places in our city pages lie in this area.

PlaceTypePopulationMedian income
Russellville, ALCity10,799$58,231
Red Bay, ALCity3,201$37,473
Phil Campbell, ALTown780$42,969
Hodges, ALTown420$69,286
Vina, ALTown358$44,167
Spruce Pine, ALCDP189$97,978
Belgreen, ALCDP58$47,946

Also in the Florence-Muscle Shoals-Russellville, AL combined area

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate
19.1%
Unemployment
3.6%
College Educated
15.8%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income
$53,338
Mean Household Income
$68,636

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male
48.8%
Female
51.2%

Population Split

Male48.8%
Female51.2%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

Mexican11.8%
English10.8%
Irish6.1%
German4.3%
Scottish2.1%
Italian1.8%
French1.2%
Polish0.1%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

9.8%Foreign Born
90.2%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized30.0%
Non-Citizen70.0%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later28.2%
Before 201071.8%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units
14,002
Median Rent
$676/mo
Median Home Value
$136,000
Median Year Built
1983

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled
7,483
College Enrollment
15.0%
High School
24.2%
College Educated
15.8%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time
26.0 min
Drive Alone Rate
86.2%
Public Transit
0.1%
Work From Home
2.3%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18
25.2%
18-34 Years
20.4%
35-64 Years
37.7%
65+ Years
16.7%

Population Composition

Under 1825.2%
18-3420.4%
35-6437.7%
65+16.7%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples
52.1%
Single Parent
6.0%
Living Alone
28.1%
Avg Size
2.65

Household Types

Married Couples52.1%
Single Parent6.0%
Living Alone28.1%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income
$26,381
SNAP Usage
20.0%
Health Insurance
87.3%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k22.2%
$25k - $50k26.0%
$50k - $100k28.9%
$100k+22.8%

Key Industries

Manufacturing
29.2%
Retail Trade
8.3%
Education & Health Care
20.7%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

16.7%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

87.3%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet
72.0%vs ~90% National Avg
Computer Ownership
86.4%vs ~95% National Avg
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better
83.2
0130
Below average< 97
Near average97 - 103
Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better
199.0
0200
Hard to Afford< 80
Moderate80 - 100
Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)

The BEA publishes price levels for metro areas only, so for this micro area the cost-of-living figure is the state's average for areas outside metros.