Fort Payne Micro
Fort Payne has notably lower household income than the US average, with a median household income of $30,137. Population has grown 18% since 1990. 8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 24%. Median home value has risen by half since 1990, reaching $61,700.
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How many people live in Fort Payne, AL?
Fort Payne, AL has about 64,452 residents according to the 2000 Census.
What is the median household income in Fort Payne, AL?
The typical household in Fort Payne, AL earns about $30,137 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.
Is Fort Payne, AL expensive?
In Fort Payne, AL, the median home is worth about $61,700, and the typical rent is about $370 a month.
How educated are people in Fort Payne, AL?
About 8.3% of adults age 25 and over in Fort Payne, AL hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the poverty rate in Fort Payne, AL?
About 15.4% of people in Fort Payne, AL live below the federal poverty line.
Has Fort Payne, AL grown since 1990?
Yes, Fort Payne, AL has grown since 1990. The population has added about 9,801 residents, a change of about 18 percent over that period.
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DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR + DECENNIAL CENSUS · METRO ROLLUP OF COMPONENT COUNTIES · UPDATED 2024