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Leighton, Alabama

Last updated: 2024 BLS data · Page refreshed:

City Profile — Demographics, Income, Education & Housing
Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2024 5-Year Estimates
893
Population
$33,894
Median Income
44.9
Median Age

Demographics

Leighton has a population of 893 with a median age of 44.9. Here is the racial and ethnic breakdown of the population:

Black
46.2%
White
40.0%
Other
7.6%
Hispanic
6.2%
Demographic Value
Total Population893
Median Age44.9
White40.0%
Black or African American46.2%
Hispanic or Latino6.2%
Other / Two or More Races7.6%
Leighton, Alabama — racial composition (Census ACS 2024)Donut chart of 4 segments totaling 100.Black: 46.2%White: 40.0%Other: 7.6%Hispanic/Latino: 6.2%893PopulationBlackBlack46.2%WhiteWhite40.0%OtherOther7.6%Hispanic/LatinoHispanic/Latino6.2%

Income & Economy

The median household income in Leighton is $33,894, which is 58.0% below the national median of $80,610. The per capita income is $26,409. The poverty rate is 24.0%.

$33,894
Median Household Income
$26,409
Per Capita Income
24.0%
Poverty Rate

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Education

In Leighton, 81.5% of residents age 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 27.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2.9% with a graduate or professional degree).

HS Diploma+
81.5%
Bachelor's+
27.4%
Graduate+
2.9%
Education Level % of Adults (25+)
High School Diploma or Higher81.5%
Bachelor's Degree or Higher27.4%
Graduate or Professional Degree2.9%

Housing

$388/mo
Median Rent
58.9%
Homeownership Rate
Housing Metric Value
Median Monthly Rent$388
Homeownership Rate58.9%
Vacancy Rate20.6%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Leighton, Alabama?
The population of Leighton, Alabama is 893 according to U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Leighton, Alabama?
The median household income in Leighton, Alabama is $33,894. This is 58.0% below the national median of $80,610.
What percentage of people in Leighton have a college degree?
In Leighton, Alabama, 27.4% of adults age 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 81.5% have a high school diploma or higher.

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