County · Alabama
Dallas County, Alabama
Dallas County, Alabama. Dallas County had 35,140 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, down 8.6% since 2020, while Alabama grew 3.3%. It holds 4 places (3 cities, villages and boroughs and 1 census-designated) and 17 census tracts. GEOID 01047.
Dallas County is the county of the Selma, AL micropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
35,140
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 38,462 · ACS 2020-2024: 36,858
Median household income
$35,627
±$3,641 (90% margin)
Alabama: $63,999
Median home value
$94,600
±$5,382 (90% margin)
Alabama: $209,900
Median gross rent
$733
±$33 (90% margin)
Alabama: $1,007
How many people live in Dallas County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 38,462 residents in Dallas County. The Census Bureau estimates 35,140 for July 1, 2025, down 8.6% since 2020, while Alabama grew 3.3%. The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 36,858 over 979 square miles of land.
| Measure | Dallas County | Alabama | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 36,858 | 5,086,768 | −2,291 |
| Households | 15,947±416 | 1,997,247 | no clear change |
| Average household size | 2.28±0.06 | 2.48 | −0.14 |
| Housing units | 18,936±26 | 2,337,265 | −1,483 |
Dallas County's population since 2000
From 46,365 in 2000 to 35,140 in 2025: down 24.2%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in Dallas County?
Dallas County holds 4 places: 3 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 1 census-designated place. The largest is Selma with 16,077 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Selma | 17,971 | $33,197 |
|---|---|---|
| Valley Grande | 4,190 | $58,929 |
| Selmont-West Selmont | 2,158 | $32,443 |
| OrrvilleGEOID 0157240 | 150 | not published |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in Dallas County?
The median resident of Dallas County is 41.2 years old; 23.6% are under 18 and 20.4% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic Black residents at 69.9%, then non-Hispanic white residents at 26.6%. 1.9% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Dallas County | Alabama | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 41.2±0.8 | 39.3 | +1.6 |
| Under 18 years | 23.6%±0.2 pts | 22.2% | – |
| 65 years and over | 20.4%±0.1 pts | 17.8% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.0% | 5.6% | −0.1 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 26.6%±0.1 pts | 63.4% | −0.7 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 69.9%±1.3 pts | 25.6% | no clear change |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.6%±0.1 pts | 1.4% | no clear change |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.3% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.0% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 1.8%±1.3 pts | 3.3% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 1.9%±0.9 pts | 4.0% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 2.0%±0.8 pts | 6.0% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 6.5%±1.2 pts | 7.7% | – |
| With a disability | 21.6%±2.0 pts | 16.5% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 8.2%±1.4 pts | 9.2% | −2.9 pts |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 87.6%±1.8 pts | 88.6% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 17.5%±2.2 pts | 28.4% | +2.8 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 5.7%±1.0 pts | 11.1% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 1.7%±0.8 pts | 2.4% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in Dallas County earn?
Half of Dallas County's 15,947 households earn less than $35,627 a year (±$3,641), against $63,999 in Alabama. In 2015-2019 the median was $41,653 in 2024 dollars, so it fell by $6,026 after inflation. 31.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Dallas County | Alabama | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $35,627±$3,641 | $63,999 | −$6,026 |
| Mean household income | $53,885±$3,399 | $88,898 | – |
| Per capita income | $24,582±$1,413 | $36,087 | no clear change |
| People below the poverty line | 31.0%±2.8 pts | 15.6% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 48.0%±6.4 pts | 21.3% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 36.2%±3.0 pts | 13.7% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 80.5%±2.5 pts | 87.5% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in Dallas County?
Owners occupy 63.8% of Dallas County's occupied homes and renters 36.2%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $94,600 by its owner (±$5,382). The median renter pays $733 a month including utilities, and 56.5% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Dallas County | Alabama | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $94,600±$5,382 | $209,900 | −$7,917 |
| Median gross rent | $733±$33 | $1,007 | −$58 |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 56.5%±6.7 pts | 39.9% | +9.0 pts |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,136±$69 | $1,433 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 63.8%±2.7 pts | 70.2% | +4.5 pts |
| Housing units | 18,936±26 | 2,337,265 | −1,483 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 1.5%±0.7 pts | 1.1% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 6.7%±2.9 pts | 7.2% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 59.3%±2.8 pts | 69.1% | – |
| Mobile homes | 18.2%±2.0 pts | 12.3% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 0.5%±0.3 pts | 2.3% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 5.5%±1.5 pts | 4.9% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is Dallas County building?
Builders took permits for 5 new housing units across Dallas County in 2025 (5 single-family), 0.1 per 1,000 residents.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in Dallas County get to work?
81.9% of Dallas County's workers drive alone and 6.0% work from home. The average trip to work takes 26.4 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 11.0%.
| Measure | Dallas County | Alabama | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 52.3%±2.5 pts | 58.3% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 11.0%±2.8 pts | 4.7% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 81.9%±3.3 pts | 80.6% | – |
| Carpooled | 9.6%±2.5 pts | 8.0% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.7%±0.8 pts | 0.3% | – |
| Walked | 1.4%±1.2 pts | 1.1% | – |
| Worked from home | 6.0%±1.8 pts | 8.8% | +4.1 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 26.4 min±1.6 | 25.5 min | +2.6 min |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are Dallas County's census tracts?
Dallas County is divided into 17 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $21,809 (Tract 9566) to $57,704 (Tract 9567.02).
| Tract 9561.0101047956101 | 2,991±495 | $34,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 9561.0201047956102 | 2,956±724 | $39,898 |
| Tract 9562.0101047956201 | 2,052±291 | $41,004 |
| Tract 9562.0201047956202 | 2,392±370 | $34,135 |
| Tract 956301047956300 | 4,288±730 | $28,537 |
| Tract 956401047956400 | 2,170±396 | $24,190 |
| Tract 956501047956500 | 1,776±378 | $29,118 |
| Tract 956601047956600 | 2,530±507 | $21,809 |
| Tract 9567.0101047956701 | 1,809±305 | $45,750 |
| Tract 9567.0201047956702 | 1,632±375 | $57,704 |
| Tract 956801047956800 | 2,751±683 | $34,375 |
| Tract 956901047956900 | 2,059±716 | $34,922 |
| Tract 957001047957000 | 1,161±273 | $40,484 |
| Tract 957101047957100 | 1,431±307 | $29,931 |
| Tract 957201047957200 | 1,598±434 | $33,352 |
| Tract 9573.0101047957301 | 2,422±517 | $31,818 |
| Tract 9573.0201047957302 | 840±249 | $36,875 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Dallas County compare with Alabama's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 32nd of 67 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 64th of 67 |
| Residents per square mile | 38th of 67 |
| Median household income | 64th of 67 |
| Median home value | 62nd of 67 |
| Median gross rent | 45th of 67 |
| Poverty rate | 4th of 67 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 33rd of 67 |
| Median age | 35th of 67 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
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