Cottondale, AL

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Cottondale Overview

3,211
TOTAL POPULATION
1,664
MALE POPULATION
1,547
FEMALE POPULATION
107.56
MALES / 100 FEMALES
92.97
FEMALES / 100 MALES
43.5
MEDIAN AGE
2.6
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$28,402
PER CAPITA INCOME
$76,250
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$54,688
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
37.1%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
62.9¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.37
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,495
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
53.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Cottondale Zip Codes

Cottondale Area Codes

Race in Cottondale

The most populous races in Cottondale are Black / African American (1,542 | 48.0%), White / Caucasian (1,540 | 48.0%), and Hispanic or Latino (146 | 4.5%).
Race in Cottondale
Race# Population% Population
Asian50.2%
Black / African American1,54248.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino1464.5%
Native / Alaskan130.4%
White / Caucasian1,54048.0%
Two or more Races1113.5%
Some other Race00.0%
Total3,211100.0%

Ancestry in Cottondale

The most populous ancestries reported in Cottondale are American (561 | 17.5%), English (296 | 9.2%), Irish (210 | 6.5%), German (170 | 5.3%), and Mexican (69 | 2.1%), together accounting for 40.7% of all Cottondale residents.
Ancestry in Cottondale
Ancestry# Population% Population
African361.1%
American56117.5%
Belgian70.2%
British250.8%
Cherokee210.6%
English2969.2%
French150.5%
German1705.3%
Indian (Asian)481.5%
Irish2106.5%
Italian130.4%
Korean110.3%
Mexican692.1%
Norwegian140.4%
Scotch-Irish541.7%
Subsaharan African361.1%
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Immigrants in Cottondale

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Cottondale came from Central America (53 | 1.7%), Latin America (53 | 1.7%), Mexico (53 | 1.7%), Belgium (7 | 0.2%), and Europe (7 | 0.2%), together accounting for 5.4% of all Cottondale residents.
Immigrants in Cottondale
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Belgium70.2%
Central America531.7%
Europe70.2%
Latin America531.7%
Mexico531.7%
Western Europe70.2%
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Sex and Age in Cottondale

Sex and Age in Cottondale

The most populous age groups in Cottondale are 50 to 54 Years (258 | 15.5%) for men and 50 to 54 Years (275 | 17.8%) for women.
Sex and Age in Cottondale
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)31 (2.0%)
5 to 9 Years112 (6.7%)117 (7.6%)
10 to 14 Years66 (4.0%)27 (1.8%)
15 to 19 Years62 (3.7%)104 (6.7%)
20 to 24 Years243 (14.6%)56 (3.6%)
25 to 29 Years84 (5.1%)95 (6.1%)
30 to 34 Years159 (9.6%)82 (5.3%)
35 to 39 Years51 (3.1%)149 (9.6%)
40 to 44 Years122 (7.3%)103 (6.7%)
45 to 49 Years15 (0.9%)62 (4.0%)
50 to 54 Years258 (15.5%)275 (17.8%)
55 to 59 Years79 (4.8%)140 (9.0%)
60 to 64 Years228 (13.7%)138 (8.9%)
65 to 69 Years58 (3.5%)91 (5.9%)
70 to 74 Years43 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 to 79 Years22 (1.3%)14 (0.9%)
80 to 84 Years12 (0.7%)12 (0.8%)
85 Years and over50 (3.0%)51 (3.3%)
Total1,664 (100.0%)1,547 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Cottondale

Median Family Size in Cottondale

The median family size in Cottondale is 2.60 persons per family, with single male/father families (35 | 3.9%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.31 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (709 | 78.2%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.42 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Cottondale
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple709 (78.2%)2.42
Single Male/Father35 (3.9%)3.31
Single Female/Mother163 (18.0%)3.25
Total Families907 (100.0%)2.60

Median Household Size in Cottondale

The median household size in Cottondale is 2.41 persons per household, with single male/father households (35 | 2.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.74 persons per household. non-family households (423 | 31.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.43 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Cottondale
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple709 (53.3%)2.68
Single Male/Father35 (2.6%)3.74
Single Female/Mother163 (12.3%)3.52
Non-family423 (31.8%)1.43
Total Households1,330 (100.0%)2.41

Household Size by Marriage Status in Cottondale

Out of a total of 1,330 households in Cottondale, 907 (68.2%) are family households, while 423 (31.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 392, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 281.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Cottondale
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-281 (21.1%)
2-Person Households392 (29.5%)124 (9.3%)
3-Person Households108 (8.1%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households353 (26.5%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households50 (3.8%)18 (1.3%)
6-Person Households4 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total907 (68.2%)423 (31.8%)

Female Fertility in Cottondale

Fertility by Age in Cottondale

Average fertility rate in Cottondale is 5.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 17.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Cottondale
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years4 (100.0%)17.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total4 (100.0%)5.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Cottondale

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Cottondale
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)

Fertility by Education in Cottondale

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Cottondale
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma4 (100.0%)12.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total4 (100.0%)5.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Cottondale

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Cottondale
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)

Income in Cottondale

Income Overview in Cottondale

Per Capita Income in Cottondale is $28,402, while median incomes of families and households are $76,250 and $54,688 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income3,211$28,402
Median Family Income907$76,250
Mean Family Income907$72,519
Median Household Income1,330$54,688
Mean Household Income1,330$65,788
Income Deficit907$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)3,21137.07%
Wage / Income Gap ($)3,21162.93¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index3,2110.37

Earnings by Sex in Cottondale

Average Earnings in Cottondale are $33,550, $46,518 for men and $29,273 for women, a difference of 37.1%.
Earnings by Sex in Cottondale
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male788 (47.2%)$46,518
Female882 (52.8%)$29,273
Total1,670 (100.0%)$33,550

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Cottondale

The most common earnings brackets in Cottondale are $65,000 to $74,999 for men (128 | 16.2%) and $12,500 to $14,999 for women (197 | 22.3%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Cottondale
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less49 (6.2%)12 (1.4%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)25 (2.8%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,49910 (1.3%)73 (8.3%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)197 (22.3%)
$15,000 to $17,49934 (4.3%)54 (6.1%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,499115 (14.6%)19 (2.1%)
$22,500 to $24,99936 (4.6%)22 (2.5%)
$25,000 to $29,99993 (11.8%)55 (6.2%)
$30,000 to $34,99920 (2.5%)50 (5.7%)
$35,000 to $39,9990 (0.0%)127 (14.4%)
$40,000 to $44,99920 (2.5%)21 (2.4%)
$45,000 to $49,99993 (11.8%)55 (6.2%)
$50,000 to $54,99915 (1.9%)30 (3.4%)
$55,000 to $64,99967 (8.5%)15 (1.7%)
$65,000 to $74,999128 (16.2%)82 (9.3%)
$75,000 to $99,99980 (10.2%)23 (2.6%)
$100,000+28 (3.5%)22 (2.5%)
Total788 (100.0%)882 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Cottondale

Average earnings in Cottondale are $45,759 for men and $34,025 for women, a difference of 25.6%. Men with an educational attainment of less than high school enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $68,000, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $28,548. Women with an educational attainment of high school diploma earn the most with the average annual earnings of $38,750, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $35,625.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Cottondale
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$68,000$0
High School Diploma$28,548$38,750
College or Associate's Degree$61,027$35,625
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$45,759$34,025

Family Income in Cottondale

Family Income Brackets in Cottondale

According to the Cottondale family income data, there are 241 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 26.6% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 4 families (0.4%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Cottondale
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000283.1%
$10,000 to $14,99940.4%
$15,000 to $24,99922324.6%
$25,000 to $34,9999110.0%
$35,000 to $49,999303.3%
$50,000 to $74,999647.1%
$75,000 to $99,99917519.3%
$100,000 to $149,99924126.6%
$150,000 to $199,999283.1%
$200,000+232.5%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Cottondale

4-person families (87 | 9.6%) account for the highest median family income in Cottondale with $94,950 per family, while 2-person families (450 | 49.6%) have the highest median income of $39,312 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Cottondale
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families450 (49.6%)$78,625
3-Person Families331 (36.5%)$0
4-Person Families87 (9.6%)$94,950
5-Person Families35 (3.9%)$0
6-Person Families4 (0.4%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total907 (100.0%)$76,250

Family Income by Number of Earners in Cottondale

Family Income by Number of Earners in Cottondale
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners69 (7.6%)$0
1 Earner557 (61.4%)$0
2 Earners223 (24.6%)$104,806
3+ Earners58 (6.4%)$154,000
Total907 (100.0%)$76,250

Household Income in Cottondale

Household Income Brackets in Cottondale

With 332 households falling in the category, the $25,000 to $34,999 income range is the most frequent in Cottondale, accounting for 25.0% of all households. In contrast, only 23 households (1.7%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Cottondale
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000745.6%
$10,000 to $14,999473.5%
$15,000 to $24,999725.4%
$25,000 to $34,99933225.0%
$35,000 to $49,999866.5%
$50,000 to $74,99921416.1%
$75,000 to $99,99919714.8%
$100,000 to $149,99925519.2%
$150,000 to $199,999282.1%
$200,000+231.7%

Household Income by Householder Age in Cottondale

The median household income in Cottondale is $54,688, with the highest median household income of $70,938 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 349 households (26.2%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $34,002, with 244 households (18.3%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Cottondale
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years244 (18.3%)$34,002
25 to 44 Years349 (26.2%)$70,938
45 to 64 Years499 (37.5%)$62,917
65+ Years238 (17.9%)$69,063
Total1,330 (100.0%)$54,688

Poverty in Cottondale

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Cottondale

With 30.6% poverty level for males and 20.8% for females among the residents of Cottondale, 5 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 36 males (100.0%) and 69 females (89.6%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Cottondale
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)9 (29.0%)
5 Years36 (100.0%)13 (35.1%)
6 to 11 Years12 (13.6%)13 (22.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)12 (44.4%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)11 (50.0%)
16 and 17 Years13 (36.1%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years203 (83.5%)69 (89.6%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)4 (2.3%)
35 to 44 Years10 (5.8%)38 (15.1%)
45 to 54 Years115 (42.1%)149 (44.2%)
55 to 64 Years88 (28.7%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years21 (20.8%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total498 (30.6%)318 (20.8%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Cottondale

According to the poverty statistics in Cottondale, males aged 12 to 14 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 Cottondale
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)22 (71.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)24 (64.9%)
6 to 11 Years76 (86.4%)46 (78.0%)
12 to 14 Years15 (100.0%)15 (55.6%)
15 Years26 (100.0%)11 (50.0%)
16 and 17 Years23 (63.9%)61 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years40 (16.5%)8 (10.4%)
25 to 34 Years243 (100.0%)173 (97.7%)
35 to 44 Years163 (94.2%)214 (84.9%)
45 to 54 Years158 (57.9%)188 (55.8%)
55 to 64 Years219 (71.3%)278 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years80 (79.2%)91 (100.0%)
75 Years and over84 (100.0%)77 (100.0%)
Total1,127 (69.4%)1,208 (79.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Cottondale

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Cottondale show that 28.6% or 203 of the total 709 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 68.3%, comprising of 203 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Cottondale
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children397 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children94 (31.7%)203 (68.3%)
3 or 4 Children15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total506 (71.4%)203 (28.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Cottondale

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Cottondale
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)28 (48.3%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)32 (19.6%)

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

The poverty data for Cottondale shows that 203 of the married-couple family households (28.6%) and 32 of the single-parent households (16.2%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 203 households (68.3%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 4 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Cottondale
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)28 (35.9%)
1 or 2 Children203 (68.3%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Total203 (28.6%)32 (16.2%)

Employment Characteristics in Cottondale

Employment by Class of Employer in Cottondale

Among the 1,416 employed individuals in Cottondale, private company employees (954 | 67.4%), not-for-profit organizations (230 | 16.2%), and state government employees (120 | 8.5%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Cottondale
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees95467.4%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)161.1%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)553.9%
Not-for-profit Organizations23016.2%
Local Government Employees412.9%
State Government Employees1208.5%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,416100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Cottondale

According to the labor force statistics for Cottondale, out of the total population over 16 years of age (2,810), 53.2% or 1,495 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.3% or 79 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 88.0% or 212 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 50.0% or 48 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Cottondale
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years37 (31.4%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years96 (32.1%)48 (50.0%)
25 to 29 Years144 (80.4%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years212 (88.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years253 (59.5%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years388 (63.6%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years163 (74.4%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years157 (42.9%)32 (20.4%)
65 to 74 Years46 (24.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,495 (53.2%)79 (5.3%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Cottondale

According to labor force statistics for Cottondale, 64.6% of individuals (1,318) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,040) are in the labor force, with 2.4% or 32 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 83.1% or 226 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with bachelor's degree or higher education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 14.2% or 32 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Cottondale
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School186 (77.2%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma342 (49.8%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree563 (67.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher226 (83.1%)39 (14.2%)
Total1,318 (64.6%)49 (2.4%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Cottondale

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Cottondale are Health Diagnosing & Treating (160 | 11.3%), Community & Social Service (120 | 8.5%), Education Instruction & Library (90 | 6.4%), Computers, Engineering & Science (88 | 6.2%), and Architecture & Engineering (80 | 5.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Cottondale

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Cottondale, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (90.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Management (100.0%), Business & Financial (100.0%), and Computers & Mathematics (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Cottondale
OccupationMaleFemale
Management0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)54 (100.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science80 (90.9%)8 (9.1%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Architecture & Engineering80 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 30 (25.0%)90 (75.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)90 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating77 (48.1%)83 (51.9%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)37 (100.0%)
Total (Category)187 (42.9%)249 (57.1%)
Total (Overall)591 (41.7%)825 (58.3%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Cottondale are Security & Protection (67 | 4.7%), Law Enforcement (47 | 3.3%), Personal Care & Service (45 | 3.2%), Healthcare Support (44 | 3.1%), and Firefighting & Prevention (20 | 1.4%).
Services Occupations in Cottondale

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Cottondale, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Security & Protection (29.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Cottondale
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)44 (100.0%)
Security & Protection20 (29.8%)47 (70.2%)
Firefighting & Prevention20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)47 (100.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)45 (100.0%)
Total (Category)20 (11.8%)150 (88.2%)
Total (Overall)591 (41.7%)825 (58.3%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Cottondale are Office & Administration (133 | 9.4%), and Sales & Related (117 | 8.3%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Cottondale

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Cottondale
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related35 (29.9%)82 (70.1%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)133 (100.0%)
Total (Category)35 (14.0%)215 (86.0%)
Total (Overall)591 (41.7%)825 (58.3%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Cottondale are Construction & Extraction (98 | 6.9%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (57 | 4.0%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Cottondale

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Cottondale
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction98 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair47 (82.5%)10 (17.5%)
Total (Category)145 (93.5%)10 (6.5%)
Total (Overall)591 (41.7%)825 (58.3%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Cottondale are Production (303 | 21.4%), Transportation (67 | 4.7%), and Material Moving (35 | 2.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Cottondale

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Cottondale
OccupationMaleFemale
Production122 (40.3%)181 (59.7%)
Transportation67 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving15 (42.9%)20 (57.1%)
Total (Category)204 (50.4%)201 (49.6%)
Total (Overall)591 (41.7%)825 (58.3%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Cottondale

Employment Industries in Cottondale

The major employment industries in Cottondale include Manufacturing (528 | 37.3%), Health Care & Social Assistance (324 | 22.9%), Educational Services (140 | 9.9%), Retail Trade (111 | 7.8%), and Construction (88 | 6.2%).
Employment Industries in Cottondale

Employment Industries by Sex in Cottondale

The Cottondale industries that see more men than women are Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), Construction (88.6%), and Manufacturing (57.6%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Accommodation & Food Services (100.0%), and Educational Services (78.6%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Cottondale
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction78 (88.6%)10 (11.4%)
Manufacturing304 (57.6%)224 (42.4%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade35 (31.5%)76 (68.5%)
Transportation & Warehousing32 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)54 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services30 (21.4%)110 (78.6%)
Health Care & Social Assistance92 (28.4%)232 (71.6%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)39 (100.0%)
Public Administration20 (36.4%)35 (63.6%)
Total591 (41.7%)825 (58.3%)

Education in Cottondale

School Enrollment in Cottondale

The most common levels of schooling among the 804 students in Cottondale are college / undergraduate (289 | 35.9%), elementary school (135 | 16.8%), and middle school (130 | 16.2%).
School Enrollment in Cottondale
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool465.7%
Kindergarten131.6%
Elementary School13516.8%
Middle School13016.2%
High School12916.0%
College / Undergraduate28935.9%
Graduate / Professional627.7%
Total804100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Cottondale

Out of a total of 804 students who are enrolled in schools in Cottondale, 93 (11.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 711 (88.4%) 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 16 (72.7% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 93 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Cottondale
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds6 (27.3%)16 (72.7%)
5 to 9 Year Old180 (93.3%)13 (6.7%)
10 to 14 Year Olds93 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds96 (66.2%)49 (33.8%)
18 to 19 Year Olds21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds203 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds80 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over32 (68.1%)15 (31.9%)
Total711 (88.4%)93 (11.6%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Cottondale

Business (109 | 31.4%), science & technology (64 | 18.4%), computers & mathematics (50 | 14.4%), physical & health sciences (32 | 9.2%), and social sciences (32 | 9.2%) are the most common fields of study among 347 individuals in Cottondale who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Cottondale
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics5014.4%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural00.0%
Physical & Health Sciences329.2%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences329.2%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology6418.4%
Business10931.4%
Education00.0%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts174.9%
Communications308.6%
Arts & Humanities133.7%
Total347100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Cottondale

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Cottondale

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Cottondale are males with 3 vehicles (251, accounting for 42.5%) and females with 3 vehicles (217, making up 30.4%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Cottondale
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle31 (5.2%)121 (14.7%)
2 Vehicles218 (36.9%)187 (22.7%)
3 Vehicles251 (42.5%)217 (26.3%)
4 Vehicles32 (5.4%)116 (14.1%)
5 or more Vehicles59 (10.0%)184 (22.3%)
Total591 (100.0%)825 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Cottondale

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Cottondale are 10 to 14 minutes (370 commuters, 26.3%), 45 to 59 minutes (186 commuters, 13.2%), and 15 to 19 minutes (178 commuters, 12.6%).
Commute Time in Cottondale
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes80.6%
5 to 9 Minutes1319.3%
10 to 14 Minutes37026.3%
15 to 19 Minutes17812.6%
20 to 24 Minutes15811.2%
25 to 29 Minutes15010.6%
30 to 34 Minutes1319.3%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes191.3%
45 to 59 Minutes18613.2%
60 to 89 Minutes775.5%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Cottondale

The most common commute times in Cottondale are 30 to 34 minutes (131 commuters, 22.2%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (299 commuters, 36.6%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Cottondale
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes0 (0.0%)8 (1.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes16 (2.7%)115 (14.1%)
10 to 14 Minutes71 (12.0%)299 (36.6%)
15 to 19 Minutes91 (15.4%)87 (10.6%)
20 to 24 Minutes66 (11.2%)92 (11.3%)
25 to 29 Minutes28 (4.7%)122 (14.9%)
30 to 34 Minutes131 (22.2%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)19 (2.3%)
45 to 59 Minutes111 (18.8%)75 (9.2%)
60 to 89 Minutes77 (13.0%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Cottondale

The most frequent times of departure to work in Cottondale are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (113, 19.1%) for males and 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (194, 23.7%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Cottondale
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM31 (5.2%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM45 (7.6%)28 (3.4%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM52 (8.8%)8 (1.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM113 (19.1%)194 (23.7%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM51 (8.6%)81 (9.9%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM77 (13.0%)135 (16.5%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM52 (8.8%)47 (5.8%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM34 (5.8%)152 (18.6%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)16 (2.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)14 (1.7%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM10 (1.7%)10 (1.2%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM28 (4.7%)64 (7.8%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM98 (16.6%)68 (8.3%)
Total591 (100.0%)817 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Cottondale

Occupancy by Ownership in Cottondale

Of the total 1,330 dwellings in Cottondale, owner-occupied units account for 1,037 (78.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 293 (22.0%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Cottondale
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,03778.0%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units29322.0%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,330100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Cottondale

Occupancy by Household Size in Cottondale
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household28121.1%
2-Person Household51638.8%
3-Person Household1088.1%
4+ Person Household42532.0%
Total Housing Units1,330100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Cottondale

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Cottondale
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household187 (66.5%)94 (33.5%)
2-Person Household341 (66.1%)175 (33.9%)
3-Person Household108 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household401 (94.4%)24 (5.7%)
Total Housing Units1,037 (78.0%)293 (22.0%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Cottondale

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Cottondale
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School88 (65.7%)46 (34.3%)
High School Diploma234 (54.8%)193 (45.2%)
College/Associate Degree578 (96.3%)22 (3.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher137 (81.1%)32 (18.9%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Cottondale

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Cottondale
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years43132.4%
35 to 44 Years16212.2%
45 to 54 Years16112.1%
55 to 64 Years33825.4%
65 to 74 Years14210.7%
75 to 84 Years463.5%
85 Years and Over503.8%
Total1,330100.0%

Housing Finances in Cottondale

Median Income by Occupancy in Cottondale

Median Income by Occupancy in Cottondale
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,037 (78.0%)$67,031
Renter-Occupied293 (22.0%)$31,356
Average1,330 (100.0%)$54,688

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Cottondale

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Cottondale
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00039 (3.8%)36 (12.3%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99910 (1.0%)36 (12.3%)
$15,000 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,99952 (5.0%)20 (6.8%)
$25,000 to $34,999245 (23.6%)87 (29.7%)
$35,000 to $49,99944 (4.2%)43 (14.7%)
$50,000 to $74,999175 (16.9%)39 (13.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999177 (17.1%)20 (6.8%)
$100,000 to $149,999244 (23.5%)12 (4.1%)
$150,000 or more51 (4.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,037 (100.0%)293 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Cottondale

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Cottondale
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300120 (11.6%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $499191 (18.4%)16 (5.5%)
$500 to $799319 (30.8%)36 (12.3%)
$800 to $999130 (12.5%)106 (36.2%)
$1,000 to $1,499216 (20.8%)105 (35.8%)
$1,500 to $1,99939 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,49922 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,037 (100.0%)293 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Cottondale

Housing Structures in Cottondale

Housing Structures in Cottondale
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached64048.1%
Single Unit, Attached272.0%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments23918.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments554.1%
10 or more Apartments18313.8%
Mobile Home / Other18614.0%
Total1,330100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Cottondale

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Cottondale
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached590 (92.2%)50 (7.8%)
Single Unit, Attached27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments203 (84.9%)36 (15.1%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments55 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)183 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other162 (87.1%)24 (12.9%)
Total1,037 (78.0%)293 (22.0%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Cottondale

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Cottondale
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)16 (5.5%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)68 (23.2%)
4 or 5 Rooms309 (29.8%)140 (47.8%)
6 or 7 Rooms619 (59.7%)47 (16.0%)
8 or more Rooms109 (10.5%)22 (7.5%)
Total1,037 (100.0%)293 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Cottondale

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Cottondale
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas503 (48.5%)32 (10.9%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas14 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity520 (50.1%)261 (89.1%)
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%)
Total1,037 (100.0%)293 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Cottondale

Household Vehicle Usage in Cottondale
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle125 (12.0%)187 (63.8%)
2 Vehicles323 (31.1%)86 (29.3%)
3 or more Vehicles589 (56.8%)20 (6.8%)
Total1,037 (100.0%)293 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Cottondale

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Cottondale

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units428609
Median Property Value$115,100$95,000
Median Household Income$75,463$15
Monthly Housing Costs$355$0
Real Estate Taxes$348$57

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Cottondale

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Cottondale
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00085 (19.9%)67 (11.0%)
$50,000 to $99,99962 (14.5%)240 (39.4%)
$100,000 to $299,999268 (62.6%)302 (49.6%)
$300,000 to $499,99913 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
$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%)
Total428 (100.0%)609 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Cottondale

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Cottondale
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00011 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99962 (14.5%)28 (4.6%)
$25,000 to $34,99928 (6.5%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)217 (35.6%)
$50,000 to $74,999108 (25.2%)44 (7.2%)
$75,000 to $99,999119 (27.8%)67 (11.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99964 (14.9%)58 (9.5%)
$150,000 or more36 (8.4%)180 (29.6%)
Total428 (100.0%)609 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Cottondale

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Cottondale
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x258 (60.3%)0 (0.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x54 (12.6%)454 (74.6%)
3.0x to 3.9x32 (7.5%)41 (6.7%)
4.0x or more73 (17.1%)30 (4.9%)
Total428 (100.0%)609 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Cottondale

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Cottondale
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800233 (54.4%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49951 (11.9%)490 (80.5%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)62 (10.2%)
Total428 (100.0%)609 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Cottondale

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Cottondale

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Cottondale
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years104 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years371 (94.2%)23 (5.8%)
19 to 25 Years279 (78.8%)75 (21.2%)
26 to 34 Years347 (89.9%)39 (10.1%)
35 to 44 Years375 (88.2%)50 (11.8%)
45 to 54 Years587 (96.2%)23 (3.8%)
55 to 64 Years530 (90.6%)55 (9.4%)
65 to 74 Years181 (94.3%)11 (5.7%)
75 Years and older161 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,935 (91.4%)276 (8.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Cottondale

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Cottondale
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born104 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen371 (94.2%)23 (5.8%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen279 (78.8%)75 (21.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Cottondale

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Cottondale
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000195 (68.9%)88 (31.1%)
$25,000 to $49,999926 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999374 (88.6%)48 (11.4%)
$75,000 to $99,999672 (93.3%)48 (6.7%)
$100,000 and over766 (89.3%)92 (10.7%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Cottondale

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Cottondale
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 652 (50.0%)58 (55.8%)
6 to 18 Years182 (46.2%)189 (48.0%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)279 (78.8%)
25 to 34 Years4 (1.0%)343 (88.9%)
35 to 44 Years165 (38.8%)331 (77.9%)
45 to 54 Years44 (7.2%)558 (91.5%)
55 to 64 Years125 (21.4%)478 (81.7%)
65 to 74 Years159 (82.8%)162 (84.4%)
75 Years and over161 (100.0%)135 (83.9%)
Total892 (27.8%)2,533 (78.9%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Cottondale

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Cottondale
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years76 (31.7%)13 (5.7%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years272 (36.1%)159 (18.3%)
65 to 74 Years32 (31.7%)64 (70.3%)
75 Years and over59 (70.2%)38 (49.3%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Cottondale

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Cottondale: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)13 (5.7%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years149 (19.8%)14 (1.6%)
65 to 74 Years32 (31.7%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over11 (13.1%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Cottondale: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years20 (8.3%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years2 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Cottondale: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years76 (31.7%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years20 (2.7%)82 (9.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over39 (46.4%)38 (49.3%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Cottondale: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years123 (16.3%)38 (4.4%)
65 to 74 Years10 (9.9%)34 (37.4%)
75 Years and over9 (10.7%)38 (49.3%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Cottondale: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years2 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)22 (24.2%)
75 Years and over9 (10.7%)38 (49.3%)

Technology Access in Cottondale

Computing Device Access in Cottondale

Computing Device Access in Cottondale
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,08481.5%
Smartphone1,17388.2%
Tablet67350.6%
No Computing Device816.1%
Total1,330100.0%

Internet Access in Cottondale

Internet Access in Cottondale
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home98674.1%
Cellular Data Only18413.8%
Satellite Internet26219.7%
No Internet1209.0%
Total1,330100.0%

Cottondale Summary

Cottondale is a small town located in Tuscaloosa County, Alabama. It is situated in the western part of the state, approximately 10 miles east of Tuscaloosa. The town was founded in 1881 and was named after the cotton industry that was prevalent in the area at the time. The population of Cottondale was 1,845 as of the 2010 census.

History

Cottondale was founded in 1881 by a group of settlers from Georgia. The town was named after the cotton industry that was prevalent in the area at the time. The first post office was established in 1883 and the town was incorporated in 1887.
The town grew rapidly in the early 20th century, with the population reaching 1,000 by 1910. The town was home to several cotton mills, which provided employment for many of the town’s residents. The town also had a railroad station, which connected it to other parts of the state.
The town experienced a decline in the mid-20th century, as the cotton industry declined and the railroad station closed. The population of Cottondale decreased to just over 1,000 by the 1970s.

Geography

Cottondale is located in western Tuscaloosa County, approximately 10 miles east of Tuscaloosa. The town is situated at the intersection of U.S. Route 11 and Alabama State Route 216. The town is located in the Black Warrior River Valley, which is part of the Appalachian Mountains.
The town has a total area of 2.2 square miles, all of which is land. The town is located at an elevation of 545 feet above sea level.

Economy

The economy of Cottondale is largely based on agriculture. The town is home to several farms, which produce a variety of crops, including cotton, corn, soybeans, and wheat. 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 paper mill and a furniture factory. The town is also home to a number of educational institutions, including a community college and a technical school.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Cottondale was 1,845. The racial makeup of the town was 79.3% White, 17.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the town was $30,938, and the median income for a family was $37,813. The per capita income for the town was $15,945. About 17.2% of families and 20.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.3% of those under age 18 and 15.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Cottondale?
Total Population of Cottondale is 3,211.
What is the Total Male Population of Cottondale?
Total Male Population of Cottondale is 1,664.
What is the Total Female Population of Cottondale?
Total Female Population of Cottondale is 1,547.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Cottondale?
There are 107.56 Males per 100 Females in Cottondale.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Cottondale?
There are 92.97 Females per 100 Males in Cottondale.
What is the Median Population Age in Cottondale?
Median Population Age in Cottondale is 43.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Cottondale
Average Family Size in Cottondale is 2.6 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Cottondale
Average Household Size in Cottondale is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Cottondale?
Per Capita income in Cottondale is $28,402.
What is the Median Family Income in Cottondale?
Median Family Income in Cottondale is $76,250.
What is the Median Household income in Cottondale?
Median Household Income in Cottondale is $54,688.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Cottondale?
Income or Wage Gap in Cottondale is 37.1%.
Women in Cottondale earn 62.9 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Cottondale?
Inequality or Gini Index in Cottondale is 0.37.
How Large is the Labor Force in Cottondale?
There are 1,495 People in the Labor Forcein in Cottondale.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Cottondale?
53.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Cottondale.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Cottondale?
Unemployment Rate in Cottondale is 5.3%.