Scottsboro, Alabama Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Scottsboro, Alabama is 15,641 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 47th-largest city in Alabama. The median household income is $52,949, the median home value is $175,700, and the median age is 41.3.
The population has grown 7.9% since 2010 (14,782 → 15,957).
15,641
Population
309
People / sq mi
$52,949
Median Income
$175,700
Median Home Value
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Scottsboro covers 50.6 sq mi of land at 309 people per square mile.
About Scottsboro, AL
Scottsboro stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most sparsely settled of US cities, at roughly 309 people per square mile. With 15,641 residents, Scottsboro is a city in Alabama. It ranks #47 among cities in Alabama by population.
Earnings trail the nation, with the median household making $52,949, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 15.9%, above the national 12.4%. Homes are comparatively cheap — a median value of $175,700, with typical rent around $792.
25.0% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. Just 5.3% of workers are home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 22 minutes each way.
Scottsboro city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Scottsboro city had a population of 14,782 in 2010 and 15,957 in 2024, a 7.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 15,957 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.57%.
15,957
Population (2024)
14,782
Population (2010)
15,957
Peak (2024)
0.57%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 14,782 |
| 2011 | 14,845 |
| 2012 | 14,831 |
| 2013 | 14,793 |
| 2014 | 14,703 |
| 2015 | 14,624 |
| 2016 | 14,579 |
| 2017 | 14,523 |
| 2018 | 14,436 |
| 2019 | 14,436 |
| 2020 | 15,575 |
| 2021 | 15,632 |
| 2022 | 15,656 |
| 2023 | 15,842 |
| 2024 | 15,957 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 86.5% |
| Black or African American | 5.1% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$52,949
Median Household Income
$31,971
Per Capita Income
15.9%
Poverty Rate
1.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$175,700
Median Home Value
$792
Median Rent
67.5%
Owner-Occupied
Education
87.6%
High School+
25.0%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
87.0%
Public Transit
5.3%
Work From Home
21.8 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
27.4%
Foreign Born
95.9%
Non-English at Home
5.4%
Veterans
21.8%
With Disability
91.6%
Health Insurance
90.9%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 20.4% |
| Manufacturing | 19.1% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.5% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 8.9% |
| Construction | 7.3% |
| Public Administration | 7.2% |
| Retail Trade | 4.0% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.8% |
| Information | 2.9% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.6% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.5% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Scottsboro, Alabama has a population of 15,641 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 47th-largest city in Alabama.
The median household income in Scottsboro, Alabama is $52,949, with 15.9% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Scottsboro, Alabama is $175,700, with median monthly rent at $792 and a homeownership rate of 67.5%.
The median age in Scottsboro, Alabama is 41.3 years. The population is 47.3% male and 52.7% female.
The population has grown 7.9% since 2010 (14,782 → 15,957).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.