Ashland, AL

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Ashland Overview

1,674
TOTAL POPULATION
793
MALE POPULATION
881
FEMALE POPULATION
90.01
MALES / 100 FEMALES
111.10
FEMALES / 100 MALES
42.0
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$23,183
PER CAPITA INCOME
$34,053
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$30,850
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
54.1%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
45.9¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.56
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
608
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
44.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
8.9%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Ashland Zip Codes

Ashland Area Codes

Race in Ashland

The most populous races in Ashland are White / Caucasian (1,217 | 72.7%), Black / African American (368 | 22.0%), and Two or more Races (81 | 4.8%).
Race in Ashland
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American36822.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino161.0%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian1,21772.7%
Two or more Races814.8%
Some other Race80.5%
Total1,674100.0%

Ancestry in Ashland

The most populous ancestries reported in Ashland are American (400 | 23.9%), English (158 | 9.4%), Irish (40 | 2.4%), German (29 | 1.7%), and Scotch-Irish (25 | 1.5%), together accounting for 38.9% of all Ashland residents.
Ancestry in Ashland
Ancestry# Population% Population
African20.1%
American40023.9%
British70.4%
Central American80.5%
Cuban80.5%
Dutch110.7%
Eastern European140.8%
English1589.4%
European140.8%
German291.7%
Irish402.4%
Italian60.4%
Norwegian80.5%
Salvadoran80.5%
Scotch-Irish251.5%
Scottish201.2%
Subsaharan African20.1%
Swedish60.4%
Welsh80.5%
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Immigrants in Ashland

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Ashland came from Latin America (13 | 0.8%), Central America (8 | 0.5%), El Salvador (8 | 0.5%), Caribbean (5 | 0.3%), and Cuba (5 | 0.3%), together accounting for 2.3% of all Ashland residents.
Immigrants in Ashland
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Caribbean50.3%
Central America80.5%
Cuba50.3%
El Salvador80.5%
Latin America130.8%
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Sex and Age in Ashland

Sex and Age in Ashland

The most populous age groups in Ashland are 5 to 9 Years (92 | 11.6%) for men and 50 to 54 Years (116 | 13.2%) for women.
Sex and Age in Ashland
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years68 (8.6%)49 (5.6%)
5 to 9 Years92 (11.6%)35 (4.0%)
10 to 14 Years36 (4.5%)15 (1.7%)
15 to 19 Years1 (0.1%)73 (8.3%)
20 to 24 Years81 (10.2%)71 (8.1%)
25 to 29 Years33 (4.2%)10 (1.1%)
30 to 34 Years60 (7.6%)28 (3.2%)
35 to 39 Years44 (5.6%)54 (6.1%)
40 to 44 Years61 (7.7%)81 (9.2%)
45 to 49 Years31 (3.9%)60 (6.8%)
50 to 54 Years85 (10.7%)116 (13.2%)
55 to 59 Years39 (4.9%)39 (4.4%)
60 to 64 Years66 (8.3%)11 (1.3%)
65 to 69 Years20 (2.5%)79 (9.0%)
70 to 74 Years18 (2.3%)46 (5.2%)
75 to 79 Years11 (1.4%)49 (5.6%)
80 to 84 Years11 (1.4%)21 (2.4%)
85 Years and over36 (4.5%)44 (5.0%)
Total793 (100.0%)881 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Ashland

Median Family Size in Ashland

The median family size in Ashland is 3.03 persons per family, with single female/mother families (135 | 34.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.74 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (235 | 60.1%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.63 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Ashland
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple235 (60.1%)2.63
Single Male/Father21 (5.4%)2.90
Single Female/Mother135 (34.5%)3.74
Total Families391 (100.0%)3.03

Median Household Size in Ashland

The median household size in Ashland is 2.17 persons per household, with single female/mother households (135 | 19.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.81 persons per household. non-family households (318 | 44.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.04 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Ashland
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple235 (33.2%)2.63
Single Male/Father21 (3.0%)3.67
Single Female/Mother135 (19.0%)3.81
Non-family318 (44.9%)1.04
Total Households709 (100.0%)2.17

Household Size by Marriage Status in Ashland

Out of a total of 709 households in Ashland, 391 (55.1%) are family households, while 318 (44.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 192, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 303.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Ashland
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-303 (42.7%)
2-Person Households192 (27.1%)15 (2.1%)
3-Person Households145 (20.4%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households10 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households32 (4.5%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households12 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total391 (55.1%)318 (44.9%)

Female Fertility in Ashland

Fertility by Age in Ashland

Average fertility rate in Ashland is 39.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 101.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 68.8% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Ashland
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years11 (68.8%)101.0
35 to 50 years5 (31.2%)22.0
Total16 (100.0%)39.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Ashland

87.5% of women with births (16) in Ashland are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 18.2% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Ashland
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years9 (81.8%)2 (18.2%)
35 to 50 years5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total14 (87.5%)2 (12.5%)

Fertility by Education in Ashland

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Ashland
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School2 (12.5%)20.0
High School Diploma9 (56.2%)62.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree5 (31.2%)357.0
Total16 (100.0%)39.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Ashland

12.5% of women with births in Ashland are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Ashland
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
High School Diploma9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total14 (87.5%)2 (12.5%)

Income in Ashland

Income Overview in Ashland

Per Capita Income in Ashland is $23,183, while median incomes of families and households are $34,053 and $30,850 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,674$23,183
Median Family Income391$34,053
Mean Family Income391$44,788
Median Household Income709$30,850
Mean Household Income709$50,530
Income Deficit391$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,67454.13%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,67445.87¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,6740.56

Earnings by Sex in Ashland

Average Earnings in Ashland are $27,076, $50,417 for men and $23,125 for women, a difference of 54.1%.
Earnings by Sex in Ashland
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male287 (42.6%)$50,417
Female386 (57.4%)$23,125
Total673 (100.0%)$27,076

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Ashland

The most common earnings brackets in Ashland are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (94 | 32.8%) and $2,499 or less for women (80 | 20.7%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Ashland
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less16 (5.6%)80 (20.7%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)37 (9.6%)
$5,000 to $7,49932 (11.2%)15 (3.9%)
$7,500 to $9,99912 (4.2%)12 (3.1%)
$10,000 to $12,4999 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)25 (6.5%)
$15,000 to $17,4992 (0.7%)17 (4.4%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4995 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)28 (7.2%)
$25,000 to $29,99942 (14.6%)42 (10.9%)
$30,000 to $34,99917 (5.9%)37 (9.6%)
$35,000 to $39,9996 (2.1%)11 (2.9%)
$40,000 to $44,9990 (0.0%)6 (1.5%)
$45,000 to $49,9991 (0.4%)6 (1.5%)
$50,000 to $54,99919 (6.6%)3 (0.8%)
$55,000 to $64,99994 (32.8%)40 (10.4%)
$65,000 to $74,9998 (2.8%)2 (0.5%)
$75,000 to $99,99918 (6.3%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+6 (2.1%)25 (6.5%)
Total287 (100.0%)386 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Ashland

Average earnings in Ashland are $51,389 for men and $27,679 for women, a difference of 46.1%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $58,955, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $6,731. Women with an educational attainment of less than high school earn the most with the average annual earnings of $250,001, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $13,300.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Ashland
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$6,731$250,001
High School Diploma$30,515$13,300
College or Associate's Degree--
Bachelor's Degree$58,955$0
Graduate Degree--
Total$51,389$27,679

Family Income in Ashland

Family Income Brackets in Ashland

According to the Ashland family income data, there are 93 families falling into the $25,000 to $34,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 23.8% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Ashland
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000307.7%
$10,000 to $14,9994912.5%
$15,000 to $24,999369.2%
$25,000 to $34,9999323.8%
$35,000 to $49,9994210.7%
$50,000 to $74,9998822.5%
$75,000 to $99,999266.6%
$100,000 to $149,999235.9%
$150,000 to $199,99941.0%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Ashland

3-person families (134 | 34.3%) account for the highest median family income in Ashland with $60,560 per family, while 3-person families (134 | 34.3%) have the highest median income of $20,187 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Ashland
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families203 (51.9%)$33,144
3-Person Families134 (34.3%)$60,560
4-Person Families10 (2.6%)$0
5-Person Families32 (8.2%)$0
6-Person Families12 (3.1%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total391 (100.0%)$34,053

Family Income by Number of Earners in Ashland

Family Income by Number of Earners in Ashland
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners111 (28.4%)$15,990
1 Earner116 (29.7%)$30,952
2 Earners163 (41.7%)$61,918
3+ Earners1 (0.3%)$0
Total391 (100.0%)$34,053

Household Income in Ashland

Household Income Brackets in Ashland

With 142 households falling in the category, the $25,000 to $34,999 income range is the most frequent in Ashland, accounting for 20.0% of all households. In contrast, only 4 households (0.6%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Ashland
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0009413.3%
$10,000 to $14,9999213.0%
$15,000 to $24,99910214.4%
$25,000 to $34,99914220.0%
$35,000 to $49,9997110.0%
$50,000 to $74,99911215.8%
$75,000 to $99,999405.6%
$100,000 to $149,999446.2%
$150,000 to $199,99940.6%
$200,000+81.1%

Household Income by Householder Age in Ashland

The median household income in Ashland is $30,850, with the highest median household income of $60,022 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 211 households (29.8%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $17,258, with 206 households (29.1%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Ashland
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years31 (4.4%)$28,155
25 to 44 Years211 (29.8%)$60,022
45 to 64 Years261 (36.8%)$34,255
65+ Years206 (29.1%)$17,258
Total709 (100.0%)$30,850

Poverty in Ashland

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Ashland

With 46.4% poverty level for males and 31.6% for females among the residents of Ashland, 18 to 24 year old males and 12 to 14 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 66 males (93.0%) and 13 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Ashland
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years24 (35.3%)14 (28.6%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years101 (88.6%)26 (70.3%)
12 to 14 Years12 (85.7%)13 (100.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years66 (93.0%)20 (23.3%)
25 to 34 Years27 (34.2%)15 (41.7%)
35 to 44 Years22 (21.8%)53 (39.9%)
45 to 54 Years7 (6.4%)28 (16.3%)
55 to 64 Years38 (36.9%)13 (26.0%)
65 to 74 Years22 (64.7%)72 (57.6%)
75 Years and over24 (54.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total343 (46.4%)254 (31.6%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Ashland

According to the poverty statistics in Ashland, males aged 16 and 17 years and females aged 16 and 17 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Ashland
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years44 (64.7%)35 (71.4%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years13 (11.4%)11 (29.7%)
12 to 14 Years2 (14.3%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years1 (100.0%)58 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years5 (7.0%)66 (76.7%)
25 to 34 Years52 (65.8%)21 (58.3%)
35 to 44 Years79 (78.2%)80 (60.2%)
45 to 54 Years103 (93.6%)144 (83.7%)
55 to 64 Years65 (63.1%)37 (74.0%)
65 to 74 Years12 (35.3%)53 (42.4%)
75 Years and over20 (45.5%)46 (100.0%)
Total396 (53.6%)551 (68.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Ashland

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Ashland show that 14.9% or 35 of the total 235 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 22.7%, comprising of 32 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Ashland
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children109 (77.3%)32 (22.7%)
1 or 2 Children75 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children16 (84.2%)3 (15.8%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total200 (85.1%)35 (14.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Ashland

According to the poverty data in Ashland, 76.2% or 16 single-father households and 50.4% or 68 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 16 households (76.2%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 13 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Ashland
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children16 (76.2%)15 (26.8%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)28 (51.8%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Total16 (76.2%)68 (50.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Ashland

The poverty data for Ashland shows that 35 of the married-couple family households (14.9%) and 84 of the single-parent households (53.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 32 households (22.7%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 13 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Ashland
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children32 (22.7%)31 (40.3%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)28 (51.8%)
3 or 4 Children3 (15.8%)13 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Total35 (14.9%)84 (53.8%)

Employment Characteristics in Ashland

Employment by Class of Employer in Ashland

Among the 554 employed individuals in Ashland, private company employees (374 | 67.5%), self-employed (not incorporated) (67 | 12.1%), and not-for-profit organizations (60 | 10.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Ashland
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees37467.5%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)162.9%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)6712.1%
Not-for-profit Organizations6010.8%
Local Government Employees00.0%
State Government Employees224.0%
Federal Government Employees50.9%
Unpaid Family Workers101.8%
Total554100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Ashland

According to the labor force statistics for Ashland, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,379), 44.1% or 608 individuals are in the labor force, with 8.9% or 54 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 45 to 54 years, with 74.3% or 217 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 45.1% or 32 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Ashland
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years21 (28.4%)5 (23.8%)
20 to 24 Years71 (46.7%)32 (45.1%)
25 to 29 Years26 (60.5%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years59 (67.0%)3 (5.1%)
35 to 44 Years139 (57.9%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years217 (74.3%)14 (6.5%)
55 to 59 Years41 (52.6%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years23 (29.9%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years11 (6.7%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total608 (44.1%)54 (8.9%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Ashland

According to labor force statistics for Ashland, 61.7% of individuals (505) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (818) are in the labor force, with 3.4% or 17 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 85.3% or 139 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 9.7% or 14 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Ashland
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School21 (18.6%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma144 (59.3%)24 (9.7%)
College / Associate Degree201 (67.2%)4 (1.5%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher139 (85.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total505 (61.7%)28 (3.4%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Ashland

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Ashland are Management (83 | 15.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (40 | 7.2%), Health Technologists (26 | 4.7%), Business & Financial (22 | 4.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (21 | 3.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Ashland

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Ashland, the most male-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (86.4%), Computers, Engineering & Science (66.7%), and Architecture & Engineering (66.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), and Health Technologists (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Ashland
OccupationMaleFemale
Management25 (30.1%)58 (69.9%)
Business & Financial19 (86.4%)3 (13.6%)
Computers, Engineering & Science14 (66.7%)7 (33.3%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering14 (66.7%)7 (33.3%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 5 (31.2%)11 (68.8%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library5 (45.5%)6 (54.5%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)40 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)26 (100.0%)
Total (Category)63 (34.6%)119 (65.4%)
Total (Overall)238 (43.0%)316 (57.0%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Ashland are Cleaning & Maintenance (53 | 9.6%), and Food Preparation & Serving (1 | 0.2%).
Services Occupations in Ashland

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in Ashland
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance35 (66.0%)18 (34.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)36 (66.7%)18 (33.3%)
Total (Overall)238 (43.0%)316 (57.0%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Ashland are Sales & Related (72 | 13.0%), and Office & Administration (63 | 11.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Ashland

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Ashland
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related72 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Office & Administration9 (14.3%)54 (85.7%)
Total (Category)81 (60.0%)54 (40.0%)
Total (Overall)238 (43.0%)316 (57.0%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Ashland are Construction & Extraction (20 | 3.6%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (2 | 0.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Ashland

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Ashland
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction19 (95.0%)1 (5.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)21 (95.5%)1 (4.5%)
Total (Overall)238 (43.0%)316 (57.0%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Ashland are Production (107 | 19.3%), Material Moving (34 | 6.1%), and Transportation (20 | 3.6%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Ashland

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Ashland
OccupationMaleFemale
Production17 (15.9%)90 (84.1%)
Transportation20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)34 (100.0%)
Total (Category)37 (23.0%)124 (77.0%)
Total (Overall)238 (43.0%)316 (57.0%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Ashland

Employment Industries in Ashland

The major employment industries in Ashland include Manufacturing (213 | 38.5%), Retail Trade (84 | 15.2%), Health Care & Social Assistance (55 | 9.9%), Wholesale Trade (24 | 4.3%), and Professional & Scientific (21 | 3.8%).
Employment Industries in Ashland

Employment Industries by Sex in Ashland

The Ashland industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Wholesale Trade (100.0%), Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), and Administrative & Support (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Ashland
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing103 (48.4%)110 (51.6%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)24 (100.0%)
Retail Trade71 (84.5%)13 (15.5%)
Transportation & Warehousing13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance2 (40.0%)3 (60.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Professional & Scientific10 (47.6%)11 (52.4%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
Educational Services14 (70.0%)6 (30.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)55 (100.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Public Administration0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Total238 (43.0%)316 (57.0%)

Education in Ashland

School Enrollment in Ashland

The most common levels of schooling among the 323 students in Ashland are elementary school (111 | 34.4%), college / undergraduate (75 | 23.2%), and high school (68 | 21.0%).
School Enrollment in Ashland
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool165.0%
Kindergarten00.0%
Elementary School11134.4%
Middle School4814.9%
High School6821.0%
College / Undergraduate7523.2%
Graduate / Professional51.5%
Total323100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Ashland

Out of a total of 323 students who are enrolled in schools in Ashland, 12 (3.7%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 311 (96.3%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 12 (75.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 108 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Ashland
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds4 (25.0%)12 (75.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old108 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds51 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds58 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total311 (96.3%)12 (3.7%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Ashland

Education (90 | 47.1%), business (44 | 23.0%), science & technology (24 | 12.6%), arts & humanities (14 | 7.3%), and computers & mathematics (6 | 3.1%) are the most common fields of study among 191 individuals in Ashland who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Ashland
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics63.1%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural00.0%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology31.6%
Social Sciences42.1%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology2412.6%
Business4423.0%
Education9047.1%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History63.1%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities147.3%
Total191100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Ashland

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Ashland

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Ashland are males with 2 vehicles (77, accounting for 32.4%) and females with 2 vehicles (103, making up 24.4%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Ashland
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle61 (25.6%)78 (24.7%)
2 Vehicles77 (32.4%)103 (32.6%)
3 Vehicles39 (16.4%)62 (19.6%)
4 Vehicles61 (25.6%)73 (23.1%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total238 (100.0%)316 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Ashland

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Ashland are 5 to 9 minutes (132 commuters, 23.8%), less than 5 minutes (94 commuters, 17.0%), and 40 to 44 minutes (77 commuters, 13.9%).
Commute Time in Ashland
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes9417.0%
5 to 9 Minutes13223.8%
10 to 14 Minutes5910.6%
15 to 19 Minutes6311.4%
20 to 24 Minutes61.1%
25 to 29 Minutes142.5%
30 to 34 Minutes336.0%
35 to 39 Minutes91.6%
40 to 44 Minutes7713.9%
45 to 59 Minutes325.8%
60 to 89 Minutes274.9%
90 or more Minutes81.4%

Commute Time by Sex in Ashland

The most common commute times in Ashland are 40 to 44 minutes (77 commuters, 32.4%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (107 commuters, 33.9%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Ashland
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes56 (23.5%)38 (12.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes25 (10.5%)107 (33.9%)
10 to 14 Minutes26 (10.9%)33 (10.4%)
15 to 19 Minutes0 (0.0%)63 (19.9%)
20 to 24 Minutes6 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes4 (1.7%)10 (3.2%)
30 to 34 Minutes20 (8.4%)13 (4.1%)
35 to 39 Minutes9 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes77 (32.4%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes10 (4.2%)22 (7.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes5 (2.1%)22 (7.0%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)8 (2.5%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Ashland

The most frequent times of departure to work in Ashland are 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM (63, 26.5%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (89, 28.2%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Ashland
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM20 (8.4%)13 (4.1%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM63 (26.5%)38 (12.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM5 (2.1%)31 (9.8%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM48 (20.2%)56 (17.7%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM38 (16.0%)60 (19.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM2 (0.8%)89 (28.2%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM9 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM8 (3.4%)3 (0.9%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM36 (15.1%)0 (0.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM9 (3.8%)26 (8.2%)
Total238 (100.0%)316 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Ashland

Occupancy by Ownership in Ashland

Of the total 709 dwellings in Ashland, owner-occupied units account for 365 (51.5%), while renter-occupied units make up 344 (48.5%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Ashland
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units36551.5%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units34448.5%
Total Occupied Housing Units709100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Ashland

Occupancy by Household Size in Ashland
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household30342.7%
2-Person Household20729.2%
3-Person Household14520.4%
4+ Person Household547.6%
Total Housing Units709100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Ashland

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Ashland
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household138 (45.5%)165 (54.5%)
2-Person Household95 (45.9%)112 (54.1%)
3-Person Household91 (62.8%)54 (37.2%)
4+ Person Household41 (75.9%)13 (24.1%)
Total Housing Units365 (51.5%)344 (48.5%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Ashland

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Ashland
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School22 (11.8%)164 (88.2%)
High School Diploma95 (59.8%)64 (40.3%)
College/Associate Degree185 (64.9%)100 (35.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher63 (79.7%)16 (20.3%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Ashland

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Ashland
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years7410.4%
35 to 44 Years16823.7%
45 to 54 Years15121.3%
55 to 64 Years11015.5%
65 to 74 Years12818.0%
75 to 84 Years537.5%
85 Years and Over253.5%
Total709100.0%

Housing Finances in Ashland

Median Income by Occupancy in Ashland

Median Income by Occupancy in Ashland
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied365 (51.5%)$52,188
Renter-Occupied344 (48.5%)$16,768
Average709 (100.0%)$30,850

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Ashland

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Ashland
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00025 (6.9%)31 (9.0%)
$5,000 to $9,99911 (3.0%)27 (7.9%)
$10,000 to $14,9997 (1.9%)85 (24.7%)
$15,000 to $19,99929 (8.0%)46 (13.4%)
$20,000 to $24,99914 (3.8%)13 (3.8%)
$25,000 to $34,99941 (11.2%)101 (29.4%)
$35,000 to $49,99952 (14.2%)19 (5.5%)
$50,000 to $74,999112 (30.7%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99925 (6.9%)15 (4.4%)
$100,000 to $149,99937 (10.1%)7 (2.0%)
$150,000 or more12 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total365 (100.0%)344 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Ashland

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Ashland
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30064 (17.5%)100 (29.1%)
$300 to $49966 (18.1%)126 (36.6%)
$500 to $79964 (17.5%)104 (30.2%)
$800 to $99949 (13.4%)14 (4.1%)
$1,000 to $1,49942 (11.5%)0 (0.0%)
$1,500 to $1,99978 (21.4%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more2 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total365 (100.0%)344 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Ashland

Housing Structures in Ashland

Housing Structures in Ashland
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached38954.9%
Single Unit, Attached81.1%
2 Unit Apartments9413.3%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments15321.6%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments50.7%
Mobile Home / Other608.5%
Total709100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Ashland

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Ashland
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached305 (78.4%)84 (21.6%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)94 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)153 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other60 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total365 (51.5%)344 (48.5%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Ashland

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Ashland
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)40 (11.6%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)50 (14.5%)
4 or 5 Rooms85 (23.3%)209 (60.8%)
6 or 7 Rooms143 (39.2%)40 (11.6%)
8 or more Rooms137 (37.5%)5 (1.5%)
Total365 (100.0%)344 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Ashland

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Ashland
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas222 (60.8%)156 (45.4%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas14 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity129 (35.3%)188 (54.6%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total365 (100.0%)344 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Ashland

Household Vehicle Usage in Ashland
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle24 (6.6%)117 (34.0%)
1 Vehicle83 (22.7%)151 (43.9%)
2 Vehicles143 (39.2%)55 (16.0%)
3 or more Vehicles115 (31.5%)21 (6.1%)
Total365 (100.0%)344 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Ashland

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Ashland

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units149216
Median Property Value$84,800$144,000
Median Household Income$28,839$2
Monthly Housing Costs$315$2
Real Estate Taxes$295$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Ashland

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Ashland
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00024 (16.1%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,99980 (53.7%)55 (25.5%)
$100,000 to $299,99945 (30.2%)154 (71.3%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)7 (3.2%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total149 (100.0%)216 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Ashland

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Ashland
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00031 (20.8%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99929 (19.5%)5 (2.3%)
$25,000 to $34,99928 (18.8%)21 (9.7%)
$35,000 to $49,99911 (7.4%)13 (6.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99936 (24.2%)41 (19.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)76 (35.2%)
$100,000 to $149,9994 (2.7%)25 (11.6%)
$150,000 or more10 (6.7%)33 (15.3%)
Total149 (100.0%)216 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Ashland

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Ashland
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x56 (37.6%)61,207 (28,336.6%)
2.0x to 2.9x33 (22.2%)93 (43.1%)
3.0x to 3.9x3 (2.0%)26 (12.0%)
4.0x or more32 (21.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total149 (100.0%)216 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Ashland

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Ashland
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800100 (67.1%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49914 (9.4%)132 (61.1%)
$800 to $1,4994 (2.7%)26 (12.0%)
Total149 (100.0%)216 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Ashland

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Ashland

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Ashland
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years117 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years252 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years122 (85.9%)20 (14.1%)
26 to 34 Years87 (75.6%)28 (24.3%)
35 to 44 Years190 (81.2%)44 (18.8%)
45 to 54 Years245 (86.9%)37 (13.1%)
55 to 64 Years135 (88.2%)18 (11.8%)
65 to 74 Years159 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older90 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,397 (90.5%)147 (9.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Ashland

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Ashland
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born117 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen252 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen122 (85.9%)20 (14.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Ashland

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Ashland
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000469 (82.6%)99 (17.4%)
$25,000 to $49,999440 (93.2%)32 (6.8%)
$50,000 to $74,999258 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99998 (86.0%)16 (14.0%)
$100,000 and over129 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Ashland

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Ashland
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 656 (47.9%)61 (52.1%)
6 to 18 Years116 (46.0%)136 (54.0%)
19 to 25 Years21 (14.8%)101 (71.1%)
25 to 34 Years28 (24.3%)66 (57.4%)
35 to 44 Years56 (23.9%)134 (57.3%)
45 to 54 Years43 (15.2%)231 (81.9%)
55 to 64 Years78 (51.0%)88 (57.5%)
65 to 74 Years159 (100.0%)34 (21.4%)
75 Years and over90 (100.0%)45 (50.0%)
Total647 (41.9%)896 (58.0%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Ashland

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Ashland
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years36 (24.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years94 (29.9%)64 (18.0%)
65 to 74 Years16 (47.1%)92 (73.6%)
75 Years and over32 (72.7%)43 (93.5%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Ashland

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Ashland: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years27 (8.6%)14 (3.9%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)21 (16.8%)
75 Years and over24 (54.5%)21 (45.7%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Ashland: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years48 (15.3%)12 (3.4%)
65 to 74 Years16 (47.1%)33 (26.4%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)15 (32.6%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Ashland: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years9 (6.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years55 (17.5%)26 (7.3%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)5 (4.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Ashland: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years36 (24.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years78 (24.8%)50 (14.1%)
65 to 74 Years16 (47.1%)86 (68.8%)
75 Years and over32 (72.7%)22 (47.8%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Ashland: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years9 (6.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years5 (1.6%)2 (0.6%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)19 (15.2%)
75 Years and over32 (72.7%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Ashland

Computing Device Access in Ashland

Computing Device Access in Ashland
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop37052.2%
Smartphone54877.3%
Tablet24935.1%
No Computing Device11916.8%
Total709100.0%

Internet Access in Ashland

Internet Access in Ashland
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home27638.9%
Cellular Data Only10514.8%
Satellite Internet7610.7%
No Internet26437.2%
Total709100.0%

Ashland Summary

Ashland, Alabama is a small town located in Clay County, Alabama. It is situated in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains and is part of the Birmingham-Hoover Metropolitan Statistical Area. The town has a population of approximately 1,500 people and is known for its rural charm and friendly atmosphere.

History

The area that is now Ashland was first settled in the early 1800s by settlers from North Carolina and Virginia. The town was originally known as “Mountain Springs” and was later renamed “Ashland” in 1887. The name was chosen to honor the birthplace of Henry Clay, a prominent statesman from Kentucky.
The town was incorporated in 1891 and quickly became a center of commerce and industry. The town was home to several sawmills, gristmills, and other businesses. The town also had a railroad station, which allowed for the transportation of goods and people.
In the early 1900s, the town experienced a period of growth and prosperity. The population increased from 500 in 1900 to 1,500 in 1930. During this time, the town was home to several churches, schools, and businesses.

Geography

Ashland is located in Clay County, Alabama. It is situated in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains and is part of the Birmingham-Hoover Metropolitan Statistical Area. The town is located at the intersection of US Highway 78 and Alabama State Route 9.
The town is located in a rural area and is surrounded by rolling hills and forests. The town is located approximately 30 miles from Birmingham and is approximately 90 miles from Atlanta, Georgia.

Economy

The economy of Ashland is largely based on agriculture and forestry. The town is home to several farms and timber companies. The town is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and service providers.
The town is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a furniture factory and a paper mill. The town is also home to several educational institutions, including a community college and a technical school.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Ashland was 1,521. The racial makeup of the town was 95.3% White, 2.2% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the town was $30,938, and the median income for a family was $37,500. The per capita income for the town was $15,945. About 17.2% of families and 20.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.3% of those under age 18 and 11.2% of those age 65 or over.

Conclusion

Ashland, Alabama is a small town located in Clay County, Alabama. It is situated in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains and is part of the Birmingham-Hoover Metropolitan Statistical Area. The town has a population of approximately 1,500 people and is known for its rural charm and friendly atmosphere. The economy of Ashland is largely based on agriculture and forestry, and the town is home to several small businesses, manufacturing companies, and educational institutions. The racial makeup of the town is predominantly White, with African Americans, Native Americans, Asians, and other races making up the remainder of the population. The median income for a household in the town is $30,938, and the per capita income for the town is $15,945.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Ashland?
Total Population of Ashland is 1,674.
What is the Total Male Population of Ashland?
Total Male Population of Ashland is 793.
What is the Total Female Population of Ashland?
Total Female Population of Ashland is 881.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Ashland?
There are 90.01 Males per 100 Females in Ashland.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Ashland?
There are 111.10 Females per 100 Males in Ashland.
What is the Median Population Age in Ashland?
Median Population Age in Ashland is 42.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Ashland
Average Family Size in Ashland is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Ashland
Average Household Size in Ashland is 2.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Ashland?
Per Capita income in Ashland is $23,183.
What is the Median Family Income in Ashland?
Median Family Income in Ashland is $34,053.
What is the Median Household income in Ashland?
Median Household Income in Ashland is $30,850.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Ashland?
Income or Wage Gap in Ashland is 54.1%.
Women in Ashland earn 45.9 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Ashland?
Inequality or Gini Index in Ashland is 0.56.
How Large is the Labor Force in Ashland?
There are 608 People in the Labor Forcein in Ashland.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Ashland?
44.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Ashland.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Ashland?
Unemployment Rate in Ashland is 8.9%.