McCalla, Alabama Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of McCalla, Alabama is 13,939 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 55th-largest city in Alabama. The median household income is $83,782, the median home value is $252,800, and the median age is 41.5.
13,939
Population
413
People / sq mi
$83,782
Median Income
$252,800
Median Home Value
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McCalla covers 33.8 sq mi of land at 413 people per square mile.
About McCalla, AL
McCalla stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most sparsely settled of US cities, at roughly 413 people per square mile. McCalla is a city in Alabama with a population of 13,939.
Median household income is $83,782, above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 5.7%, below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $252,800, with typical rent around $1,838.
33.2% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. About 13.0% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 27 minutes each way.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 47.2% |
| Black or African American | 49.1% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.9% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$83,782
Median Household Income
$40,239
Per Capita Income
5.7%
Poverty Rate
1.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$252,800
Median Home Value
$1,838
Median Rent
92.4%
Owner-Occupied
Education
94.1%
High School+
33.2%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
77.5%
Public Transit
13.0%
Work From Home
26.5 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
20.7%
Foreign Born
93.9%
Non-English at Home
7.5%
Veterans
13.9%
With Disability
90.0%
Health Insurance
96.9%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 34.6% |
| Manufacturing | 16.6% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 11.5% |
| Construction | 5.2% |
| Retail Trade | 5.1% |
| Information | 5.0% |
| Public Administration | 3.9% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.6% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 3.5% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.5% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
McCalla, Alabama has a population of 13,939 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 55th-largest city in Alabama.
The median household income in McCalla, Alabama is $83,782, with 5.7% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in McCalla, Alabama is $252,800, with median monthly rent at $1,838 and a homeownership rate of 92.4%.
The median age in McCalla, Alabama is 41.5 years. The population is 48.7% male and 51.3% female.
McCalla Cdp, AL Climate
McCalla Cdp, AL has an average annual temperature of 16.5°C (62°F) and receives about 1489 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
16.5°C
Avg Temp
1489
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 6° / 42° | 147 mm |
| February | 8° / 46° | 135 mm |
| March | 12° / 54° | 169 mm |
| April | 16° / 61° | 133 mm |
| May | 21° / 69° | 119 mm |
| June | 24° / 76° | 113 mm |
| July | 26° / 79° | 137 mm |
| August | 26° / 79° | 99 mm |
| September | 23° / 73° | 101 mm |
| October | 17° / 62° | 80 mm |
| November | 12° / 53° | 115 mm |
| December | 8° / 46° | 141 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit McCalla Cdp, AL
The most comfortable months to visit McCalla Cdp, AL are typically May, September and October, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 33°C high). The coldest is January (near 0°C low). March is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.