West Blocton, AL

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1,561
TOTAL POPULATION
720
MALE POPULATION
841
FEMALE POPULATION
85.61
MALES / 100 FEMALES
116.81
FEMALES / 100 MALES
32.8
MEDIAN AGE
4.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
3.0
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$22,217
PER CAPITA INCOME
$42,083
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$38,750
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
50.8%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
49.2¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.45
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
524
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
46.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
7.4%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

West Blocton Zip Codes

West Blocton Area Codes

Race in West Blocton

The most populous races in West Blocton are White / Caucasian (1,389 | 89.0%), Hispanic or Latino (181 | 11.6%), and Black / African American (163 | 10.4%).
Race in West Blocton
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American16310.4%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino18111.6%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian1,38989.0%
Two or more Races90.6%
Some other Race00.0%
Total1,561100.0%

Ancestry in West Blocton

The most populous ancestries reported in West Blocton are American (243 | 15.6%), German (212 | 13.6%), English (200 | 12.8%), Central American (164 | 10.5%), and Salvadoran (164 | 10.5%), together accounting for 63.0% of all West Blocton residents.
Ancestry in West Blocton
Ancestry# Population% Population
American24315.6%
Austrian20.1%
British30.2%
Central American16410.5%
Dutch312.0%
English20012.8%
French80.5%
German21213.6%
Hungarian80.5%
Irish1539.8%
Mexican171.1%
Salvadoran16410.5%
Scotch-Irish1086.9%
Scottish40.3%
Welsh40.3%
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Immigrants in West Blocton

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in West Blocton came from Central America (31 | 2.0%), Latin America (31 | 2.0%), Mexico (17 | 1.1%), El Salvador (14 | 0.9%), and Europe (1 | 0.1%), together accounting for 6.0% of all West Blocton residents.
Immigrants in West Blocton
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Central America312.0%
El Salvador140.9%
Europe10.1%
Germany10.1%
Latin America312.0%
Mexico171.1%
Western Europe10.1%
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Sex and Age in West Blocton

Sex and Age in West Blocton

The most populous age groups in West Blocton are 40 to 44 Years (115 | 16.0%) for men and 10 to 14 Years (177 | 21.0%) for women.
Sex and Age in West Blocton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years19 (2.6%)21 (2.5%)
5 to 9 Years35 (4.9%)124 (14.7%)
10 to 14 Years50 (6.9%)177 (21.0%)
15 to 19 Years28 (3.9%)37 (4.4%)
20 to 24 Years49 (6.8%)11 (1.3%)
25 to 29 Years81 (11.3%)95 (11.3%)
30 to 34 Years43 (6.0%)41 (4.9%)
35 to 39 Years33 (4.6%)38 (4.5%)
40 to 44 Years115 (16.0%)17 (2.0%)
45 to 49 Years46 (6.4%)33 (3.9%)
50 to 54 Years22 (3.1%)46 (5.5%)
55 to 59 Years77 (10.7%)38 (4.5%)
60 to 64 Years26 (3.6%)28 (3.3%)
65 to 69 Years24 (3.3%)21 (2.5%)
70 to 74 Years15 (2.1%)28 (3.3%)
75 to 79 Years11 (1.5%)15 (1.8%)
80 to 84 Years14 (1.9%)52 (6.2%)
85 Years and over32 (4.4%)19 (2.3%)
Total720 (100.0%)841 (100.0%)

Families and Households in West Blocton

Median Family Size in West Blocton

The median family size in West Blocton is 3.98 persons per family, with single male/father families (54 | 16.4%) accounting for the largest median family size of 5.56 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (259 | 78.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.59 persons per family.
Median Family Size in West Blocton
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple259 (78.5%)3.59
Single Male/Father54 (16.4%)5.56
Single Female/Mother17 (5.1%)5.06
Total Families330 (100.0%)3.98

Median Household Size in West Blocton

The median household size in West Blocton is 2.99 persons per household, with single male/father households (54 | 10.3%) accounting for the largest median household size of 6.06 persons per household. non-family households (192 | 36.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.05 persons per household.
Median Household Size in West Blocton
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple259 (49.6%)3.66
Single Male/Father54 (10.3%)6.06
Single Female/Mother17 (3.3%)5.06
Non-family192 (36.8%)1.05
Total Households522 (100.0%)2.99

Household Size by Marriage Status in West Blocton

Out of a total of 522 households in West Blocton, 330 (63.2%) are family households, while 192 (36.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 4-person households, comprising 132, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 182.
Household Size by Marriage Status in West Blocton
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-182 (34.9%)
2-Person Households112 (21.5%)10 (1.9%)
3-Person Households45 (8.6%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households132 (25.3%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households20 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households14 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households7 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total330 (63.2%)192 (36.8%)

Female Fertility in West Blocton

Fertility by Age in West Blocton

Female Fertility by Age in West Blocton
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in West Blocton

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

Fertility by Education in West Blocton

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in West Blocton
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in West Blocton

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in West Blocton
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
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%)0 (0.0%)

Income in West Blocton

Income Overview in West Blocton

Per Capita Income in West Blocton is $22,217, while median incomes of families and households are $42,083 and $38,750 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,561$22,217
Median Family Income330$42,083
Mean Family Income330$61,098
Median Household Income522$38,750
Mean Household Income522$49,125
Income Deficit330$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,56150.76%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,56149.24¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,5610.45

Earnings by Sex in West Blocton

Average Earnings in West Blocton are $23,639, $38,913 for men and $19,159 for women, a difference of 50.8%.
Earnings by Sex in West Blocton
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male318 (59.2%)$38,913
Female219 (40.8%)$19,159
Total537 (100.0%)$23,639

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in West Blocton

The most common earnings brackets in West Blocton are $100,000+ for men (79 | 24.8%) and $17,500 to $19,999 for women (58 | 26.5%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in West Blocton
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less4 (1.3%)17 (7.8%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4997 (2.2%)20 (9.1%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)1 (0.5%)
$10,000 to $12,49914 (4.4%)3 (1.4%)
$12,500 to $14,99929 (9.1%)22 (10.1%)
$15,000 to $17,4992 (0.6%)8 (3.6%)
$17,500 to $19,99923 (7.2%)58 (26.5%)
$20,000 to $22,49922 (6.9%)18 (8.2%)
$22,500 to $24,99919 (6.0%)26 (11.9%)
$25,000 to $29,9990 (0.0%)1 (0.5%)
$30,000 to $34,99926 (8.2%)2 (0.9%)
$35,000 to $39,99923 (7.2%)3 (1.4%)
$40,000 to $44,9994 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
$45,000 to $49,9998 (2.5%)3 (1.4%)
$50,000 to $54,9996 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,99917 (5.3%)19 (8.7%)
$65,000 to $74,99919 (6.0%)14 (6.4%)
$75,000 to $99,99916 (5.0%)4 (1.8%)
$100,000+79 (24.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total318 (100.0%)219 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in West Blocton

Average earnings in West Blocton are $57,679 for men and $19,052 for women, a difference of 67.0%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $65,089, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $65,089. Women with an educational attainment of high school diploma earn the most with the average annual earnings of $22,841, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $19,052.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in West Blocton
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma--
College or Associate's Degree$65,089$19,052
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$57,679$19,052

Family Income in West Blocton

Family Income Brackets in West Blocton

According to the West Blocton family income data, there are 123 families falling into the $35,000 to $49,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 37.3% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 9 families (2.7%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in West Blocton
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000164.8%
$10,000 to $14,999144.2%
$15,000 to $24,999206.1%
$25,000 to $34,9993711.2%
$35,000 to $49,99912337.3%
$50,000 to $74,9994613.9%
$75,000 to $99,999267.9%
$100,000 to $149,999206.1%
$150,000 to $199,999195.8%
$200,000+92.7%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in West Blocton

2-person families (112 | 33.9%) account for the highest median family income in West Blocton with $57,727 per family, while 2-person families (112 | 33.9%) have the highest median income of $28,864 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in West Blocton
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families112 (33.9%)$57,727
3-Person Families75 (22.7%)$39,659
4-Person Families102 (30.9%)$43,000
5-Person Families34 (10.3%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families7 (2.1%)$0
Total330 (100.0%)$42,083

Family Income by Number of Earners in West Blocton

Family Income by Number of Earners in West Blocton
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners60 (18.2%)$50,179
1 Earner158 (47.9%)$41,250
2 Earners93 (28.2%)$0
3+ Earners19 (5.8%)$0
Total330 (100.0%)$42,083

Household Income in West Blocton

Household Income Brackets in West Blocton

With 155 households falling in the category, the $35,000 to $49,999 income range is the most frequent in West Blocton, accounting for 29.7% of all households. In contrast, only 9 households (1.7%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in West Blocton
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0005710.9%
$10,000 to $14,999285.4%
$15,000 to $24,9998315.9%
$25,000 to $34,999377.1%
$35,000 to $49,99915529.7%
$50,000 to $74,9998516.3%
$75,000 to $99,999265.0%
$100,000 to $149,999234.4%
$150,000 to $199,999193.6%
$200,000+91.7%

Household Income by Householder Age in West Blocton

The median household income in West Blocton is $38,750, with the highest median household income of $43,542 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 177 households (33.9%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 1 households (0.2%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in West Blocton
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years1 (0.2%)$0
25 to 44 Years218 (41.8%)$38,086
45 to 64 Years177 (33.9%)$43,542
65+ Years126 (24.1%)$39,125
Total522 (100.0%)$38,750

Poverty in West Blocton

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in West Blocton

With 16.8% poverty level for males and 36.0% for females among the residents of West Blocton, under 5 year old males and 12 to 14 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 17 males (89.5%) and 64 females (67.4%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in West Blocton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years17 (89.5%)6 (28.6%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years12 (19.1%)138 (67.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)64 (67.4%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)2 (4.2%)
25 to 34 Years9 (7.3%)31 (22.8%)
35 to 44 Years30 (20.3%)29 (52.7%)
45 to 54 Years10 (14.7%)4 (5.1%)
55 to 64 Years37 (35.9%)24 (36.4%)
65 to 74 Years6 (15.4%)1 (2.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)4 (4.6%)
Total121 (16.8%)303 (36.0%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in West Blocton

According to the poverty statistics in West Blocton, males aged 12 to 14 years and females aged 65 to 74 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 98.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in West Blocton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years2 (10.5%)15 (71.4%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years51 (80.9%)68 (33.0%)
12 to 14 Years22 (100.0%)31 (32.6%)
15 Years15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years62 (100.0%)46 (95.8%)
25 to 34 Years115 (92.7%)105 (77.2%)
35 to 44 Years118 (79.7%)26 (47.3%)
45 to 54 Years58 (85.3%)75 (94.9%)
55 to 64 Years66 (64.1%)42 (63.6%)
65 to 74 Years33 (84.6%)48 (98.0%)
75 Years and over57 (100.0%)82 (95.4%)
Total599 (83.2%)538 (64.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in West Blocton

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in West Blocton show that 14.7% or 38 of the total 259 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 80.0%, comprising of 16 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in West Blocton
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children156 (92.9%)12 (7.1%)
1 or 2 Children54 (84.4%)10 (15.6%)
3 or 4 Children4 (20.0%)16 (80.0%)
5 or more Children7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total221 (85.3%)38 (14.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in West Blocton

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in West Blocton
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total14 (25.9%)0 (0.0%)

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

The poverty data for West Blocton shows that 38 of the married-couple family households (14.7%) and 14 of the single-parent households (19.7%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 16 households (80.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 14 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in West Blocton
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children12 (7.1%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children10 (15.6%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children16 (80.0%)14 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total38 (14.7%)14 (19.7%)

Employment Characteristics in West Blocton

Employment by Class of Employer in West Blocton

Among the 481 employed individuals in West Blocton, private company employees (377 | 78.4%), self-employed (incorporated) (44 | 9.1%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (19 | 4.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in West Blocton
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees37778.4%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)449.1%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)194.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations194.0%
Local Government Employees10.2%
State Government Employees153.1%
Federal Government Employees61.3%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total481100.0%

Employment Status by Age in West Blocton

According to the labor force statistics for West Blocton, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,120), 46.8% or 524 individuals are in the labor force, with 7.4% or 39 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 94.9% or 167 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 64.6% or 31 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in West Blocton
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years46 (92.0%)3 (6.5%)
20 to 24 Years48 (80.0%)31 (64.6%)
25 to 29 Years167 (94.9%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years43 (51.2%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years96 (47.3%)5 (5.2%)
45 to 54 Years89 (60.5%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years13 (11.3%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years9 (16.7%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years4 (4.5%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over9 (6.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total524 (46.8%)39 (7.4%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in West Blocton

According to labor force statistics for West Blocton, 53.5% of individuals (417) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (779) are in the labor force, with 1.2% or 5 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 62.0% or 171 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with bachelor's degree or higher education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 14.7% or 5 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in West Blocton
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School57 (44.2%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma155 (48.6%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree171 (62.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher34 (61.8%)8 (14.7%)
Total417 (53.5%)9 (1.2%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in West Blocton

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in West Blocton are Computers, Engineering & Science (21 | 4.3%), Computers & Mathematics (17 | 3.5%), Community & Social Service (17 | 3.5%), Education Instruction & Library (17 | 3.5%), and Business & Financial (8 | 1.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in West Blocton

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in West Blocton, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (17.6%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (14.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), and Community & Social Service (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in West Blocton
OccupationMaleFemale
Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science3 (14.3%)18 (85.7%)
Computers & Mathematics3 (17.6%)14 (82.4%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Total (Category)3 (5.6%)51 (94.4%)
Total (Overall)283 (58.4%)202 (41.6%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in West Blocton are Cleaning & Maintenance (27 | 5.6%), Healthcare Support (25 | 5.1%), Food Preparation & Serving (13 | 2.7%), Personal Care & Service (11 | 2.3%), and Security & Protection (7 | 1.4%).
Services Occupations in West Blocton

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in West Blocton, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (100.0%), and Personal Care & Service (100.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in West Blocton
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)25 (100.0%)
Security & Protection7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Total (Category)34 (41.0%)49 (59.0%)
Total (Overall)283 (58.4%)202 (41.6%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in West Blocton are Sales & Related (80 | 16.5%), and Office & Administration (22 | 4.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations in West Blocton

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in West Blocton
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related19 (23.7%)61 (76.2%)
Office & Administration4 (18.2%)18 (81.8%)
Total (Category)23 (22.6%)79 (77.4%)
Total (Overall)283 (58.4%)202 (41.6%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in West Blocton are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (74 | 15.3%), and Construction & Extraction (46 | 9.5%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in West Blocton

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in West Blocton
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction43 (93.5%)3 (6.5%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair74 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)117 (97.5%)3 (2.5%)
Total (Overall)283 (58.4%)202 (41.6%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in West Blocton are Material Moving (75 | 15.5%), Production (41 | 8.5%), and Transportation (10 | 2.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in West Blocton

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in West Blocton
OccupationMaleFemale
Production39 (95.1%)2 (4.9%)
Transportation10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving57 (76.0%)18 (24.0%)
Total (Category)106 (84.1%)20 (15.9%)
Total (Overall)283 (58.4%)202 (41.6%)

Employment Industries by Sex in West Blocton

Employment Industries in West Blocton

The major employment industries in West Blocton include Retail Trade (97 | 20.0%), Manufacturing (77 | 15.9%), Construction (53 | 10.9%), Administrative & Support (49 | 10.1%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (47 | 9.7%).
Employment Industries in West Blocton

Employment Industries by Sex in West Blocton

The West Blocton industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Wholesale Trade (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Utilities (100.0%), Finance & Insurance (100.0%), and Professional & Scientific (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in West Blocton
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction53 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing69 (89.6%)8 (10.4%)
Wholesale Trade10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade38 (39.2%)59 (60.8%)
Transportation & Warehousing10 (62.5%)6 (37.5%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support27 (55.1%)22 (44.9%)
Educational Services8 (30.8%)18 (69.2%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)47 (100.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
Public Administration4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total283 (58.4%)202 (41.6%)

Education in West Blocton

School Enrollment in West Blocton

The most common levels of schooling among the 454 students in West Blocton are middle school (190 | 41.8%), elementary school (173 | 38.1%), and nursery / preschool (34 | 7.5%).
School Enrollment in West Blocton
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool347.5%
Kindergarten81.8%
Elementary School17338.1%
Middle School19041.8%
High School153.3%
College / Undergraduate327.0%
Graduate / Professional20.4%
Total454100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in West Blocton

Out of a total of 454 students who are enrolled in schools in West Blocton, 54 (11.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 400 (88.1%) 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 17 (89.5% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 15 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in West Blocton
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds2 (10.5%)17 (89.5%)
5 to 9 Year Old153 (96.2%)6 (3.8%)
10 to 14 Year Olds206 (90.7%)21 (9.2%)
15 to 17 Year Olds15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds8 (66.7%)4 (33.3%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over4 (40.0%)6 (60.0%)
Total400 (88.1%)54 (11.9%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in West Blocton

Science & technology (17 | 20.0%), education (17 | 20.0%), bio, nature & agricultural (13 | 15.3%), literature & languages (12 | 14.1%), and social sciences (8 | 9.4%) are the most common fields of study among 85 individuals in West Blocton who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in West Blocton
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics22.4%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1315.3%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences89.4%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology1720.0%
Business89.4%
Education1720.0%
Literature & Languages1214.1%
Liberal Arts & History11.2%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities78.2%
Total85100.0%

Transportation & Commute in West Blocton

Vehicle Availability by Sex in West Blocton

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in West Blocton are males with 2 vehicles (116, accounting for 41.6%) and females with 2 vehicles (71, making up 57.4%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in West Blocton
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle7 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle29 (10.4%)26 (12.9%)
2 Vehicles116 (41.6%)71 (35.1%)
3 Vehicles109 (39.1%)81 (40.1%)
4 Vehicles14 (5.0%)18 (8.9%)
5 or more Vehicles4 (1.4%)6 (3.0%)
Total279 (100.0%)202 (100.0%)

Commute Time in West Blocton

The most frequently occuring commute durations in West Blocton are 45 to 59 minutes (117 commuters, 24.3%), 30 to 34 minutes (79 commuters, 16.4%), and 20 to 24 minutes (64 commuters, 13.3%).
Commute Time in West Blocton
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes438.9%
5 to 9 Minutes00.0%
10 to 14 Minutes6112.7%
15 to 19 Minutes459.4%
20 to 24 Minutes6413.3%
25 to 29 Minutes112.3%
30 to 34 Minutes7916.4%
35 to 39 Minutes132.7%
40 to 44 Minutes265.4%
45 to 59 Minutes11724.3%
60 to 89 Minutes183.7%
90 or more Minutes40.8%

Commute Time by Sex in West Blocton

The most common commute times in West Blocton are 30 to 34 minutes (57 commuters, 20.4%) for males and 45 to 59 minutes (73 commuters, 36.1%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in West Blocton
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes19 (6.8%)24 (11.9%)
5 to 9 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes55 (19.7%)6 (3.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes34 (12.2%)11 (5.4%)
20 to 24 Minutes49 (17.6%)15 (7.4%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)11 (5.4%)
30 to 34 Minutes57 (20.4%)22 (10.9%)
35 to 39 Minutes12 (4.3%)1 (0.5%)
40 to 44 Minutes1 (0.4%)25 (12.4%)
45 to 59 Minutes44 (15.8%)73 (36.1%)
60 to 89 Minutes4 (1.4%)14 (6.9%)
90 or more Minutes4 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in West Blocton

The most frequent times of departure to work in West Blocton are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (74, 26.5%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (66, 32.7%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in West Blocton
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM34 (12.2%)30 (14.8%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM6 (2.1%)9 (4.5%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM34 (12.2%)10 (5.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM56 (20.1%)26 (12.9%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM15 (5.4%)66 (32.7%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM74 (26.5%)0 (0.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM7 (2.5%)17 (8.4%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)4 (2.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)11 (5.4%)
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 PM7 (2.5%)19 (9.4%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM46 (16.5%)10 (5.0%)
Total279 (100.0%)202 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in West Blocton

Occupancy by Ownership in West Blocton

Of the total 522 dwellings in West Blocton, owner-occupied units account for 380 (72.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 142 (27.2%).
Occupancy by Ownership in West Blocton
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units38072.8%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units14227.2%
Total Occupied Housing Units522100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in West Blocton

Occupancy by Household Size in West Blocton
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household18234.9%
2-Person Household12223.4%
3-Person Household458.6%
4+ Person Household17333.1%
Total Housing Units522100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in West Blocton

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in West Blocton
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household105 (57.7%)77 (42.3%)
2-Person Household110 (90.2%)12 (9.8%)
3-Person Household26 (57.8%)19 (42.2%)
4+ Person Household139 (80.3%)34 (19.7%)
Total Housing Units380 (72.8%)142 (27.2%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in West Blocton

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in West Blocton
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School36 (39.1%)56 (60.9%)
High School Diploma204 (79.1%)54 (20.9%)
College/Associate Degree86 (84.3%)16 (15.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher54 (77.1%)16 (22.9%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in West Blocton

Occupancy by Age of Householder in West Blocton
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years7514.4%
35 to 44 Years14427.6%
45 to 54 Years509.6%
55 to 64 Years12724.3%
65 to 74 Years499.4%
75 to 84 Years377.1%
85 Years and Over407.7%
Total522100.0%

Housing Finances in West Blocton

Median Income by Occupancy in West Blocton

Median Income by Occupancy in West Blocton
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied380 (72.8%)$39,735
Renter-Occupied142 (27.2%)$24,286
Average522 (100.0%)$38,750

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in West Blocton

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in West Blocton
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0006 (1.6%)15 (10.6%)
$5,000 to $9,99915 (4.0%)21 (14.8%)
$10,000 to $14,99926 (6.8%)2 (1.4%)
$15,000 to $19,99947 (12.4%)28 (19.7%)
$20,000 to $24,9991 (0.3%)7 (4.9%)
$25,000 to $34,99924 (6.3%)13 (9.1%)
$35,000 to $49,999120 (31.6%)35 (24.6%)
$50,000 to $74,99968 (17.9%)17 (12.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99926 (6.8%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99919 (5.0%)4 (2.8%)
$150,000 or more28 (7.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total380 (100.0%)142 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in West Blocton

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in West Blocton
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30048 (12.6%)6 (4.2%)
$300 to $499131 (34.5%)23 (16.2%)
$500 to $79973 (19.2%)15 (10.6%)
$800 to $99931 (8.2%)40 (28.2%)
$1,000 to $1,49971 (18.7%)45 (31.7%)
$1,500 to $1,99923 (6.0%)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 more3 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total380 (100.0%)142 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in West Blocton

Housing Structures in West Blocton

Housing Structures in West Blocton
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached40076.6%
Single Unit, Attached51.0%
2 Unit Apartments61.1%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments40.8%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments132.5%
Mobile Home / Other9418.0%
Total522100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in West Blocton

Housing Structures by Occupancy in West Blocton
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached314 (78.5%)86 (21.5%)
Single Unit, Attached5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other61 (64.9%)33 (35.1%)
Total380 (72.8%)142 (27.2%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in West Blocton

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in West Blocton
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)23 (16.2%)
4 or 5 Rooms144 (37.9%)64 (45.1%)
6 or 7 Rooms170 (44.7%)33 (23.2%)
8 or more Rooms66 (17.4%)22 (15.5%)
Total380 (100.0%)142 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in West Blocton

Housing Structure by Heating Type in West Blocton
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas138 (36.3%)29 (20.4%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas45 (11.8%)8 (5.6%)
Electricity197 (51.8%)101 (71.1%)
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%)4 (2.8%)
Total380 (100.0%)142 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in West Blocton

Household Vehicle Usage in West Blocton
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle30 (7.9%)59 (41.5%)
1 Vehicle58 (15.3%)43 (30.3%)
2 Vehicles181 (47.6%)29 (20.4%)
3 or more Vehicles111 (29.2%)11 (7.7%)
Total380 (100.0%)142 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in West Blocton

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in West Blocton

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units212168
Median Property Value$93,900$143,800
Median Household Income$32,353$26
Monthly Housing Costs$361$3
Real Estate Taxes$199$51

Property Value by Mortgage Status in West Blocton

Property Value by Mortgage Status in West Blocton
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00040 (18.9%)26 (15.5%)
$50,000 to $99,99991 (42.9%)19 (11.3%)
$100,000 to $299,99980 (37.7%)117 (69.6%)
$300,000 to $499,9991 (0.5%)6 (3.6%)
$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%)
Total212 (100.0%)168 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in West Blocton

Household Income by Mortgage Status in West Blocton
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00014 (6.6%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99973 (34.4%)7 (4.2%)
$25,000 to $34,99920 (9.4%)1 (0.6%)
$35,000 to $49,99932 (15.1%)4 (2.4%)
$50,000 to $74,99956 (26.4%)88 (52.4%)
$75,000 to $99,99912 (5.7%)12 (7.1%)
$100,000 to $149,9993 (1.4%)14 (8.3%)
$150,000 or more2 (0.9%)16 (9.5%)
Total212 (100.0%)168 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in West Blocton

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in West Blocton
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x64 (30.2%)43,750 (26,041.7%)
2.0x to 2.9x35 (16.5%)90 (53.6%)
3.0x to 3.9x28 (13.2%)7 (4.2%)
4.0x or more80 (37.7%)24 (14.3%)
Total212 (100.0%)168 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in West Blocton

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in West Blocton
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800140 (66.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)116 (69.1%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)1 (0.6%)
Total212 (100.0%)168 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in West Blocton

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in West Blocton

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in West Blocton
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years409 (95.8%)18 (4.2%)
19 to 25 Years51 (50.0%)51 (50.0%)
26 to 34 Years168 (69.4%)74 (30.6%)
35 to 44 Years159 (78.3%)44 (21.7%)
45 to 54 Years136 (92.5%)11 (7.5%)
55 to 64 Years139 (82.3%)30 (17.7%)
65 to 74 Years88 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older143 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,333 (85.4%)228 (14.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in West Blocton

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in West Blocton
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen409 (95.8%)18 (4.2%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen51 (50.0%)51 (50.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in West Blocton

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in West Blocton
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000354 (83.7%)69 (16.3%)
$25,000 to $49,999391 (78.0%)110 (22.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999248 (87.6%)35 (12.4%)
$75,000 to $99,999106 (88.3%)14 (11.7%)
$100,000 and over234 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in West Blocton

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in West Blocton
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 640 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years342 (80.1%)117 (27.4%)
19 to 25 Years9 (8.8%)42 (41.2%)
25 to 34 Years49 (20.3%)148 (61.2%)
35 to 44 Years103 (50.7%)73 (36.0%)
45 to 54 Years35 (23.8%)101 (68.7%)
55 to 64 Years98 (58.0%)50 (29.6%)
65 to 74 Years88 (100.0%)43 (48.9%)
75 Years and over143 (100.0%)82 (57.3%)
Total907 (58.1%)656 (42.0%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in West Blocton

Disability Status by Sex by Age in West Blocton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years7 (7.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years20 (10.7%)12 (6.5%)
35 to 64 Years141 (44.2%)44 (22.0%)
65 to 74 Years14 (35.9%)12 (24.5%)
75 Years and over31 (54.4%)67 (77.9%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in West Blocton

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in West Blocton: <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 Years14 (4.4%)3 (1.5%)
65 to 74 Years6 (15.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over3 (5.3%)50 (58.1%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in West Blocton: <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%)3 (1.6%)
35 to 64 Years3 (0.9%)8 (4.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)21 (24.4%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in West Blocton: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years7 (7.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years20 (10.7%)9 (4.9%)
35 to 64 Years13 (4.1%)15 (7.5%)
65 to 74 Years5 (12.8%)8 (16.3%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)5 (5.8%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in West Blocton: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years20 (10.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years98 (30.7%)16 (8.0%)
65 to 74 Years14 (35.9%)3 (6.1%)
75 Years and over28 (49.1%)52 (60.5%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in West Blocton: <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 Years24 (7.5%)2 (1.0%)
65 to 74 Years5 (12.8%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)28 (32.6%)

Technology Access in West Blocton

Computing Device Access in West Blocton

Computing Device Access in West Blocton
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop27252.1%
Smartphone40677.8%
Tablet20439.1%
No Computing Device11221.5%
Total522100.0%

Internet Access in West Blocton

Internet Access in West Blocton
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home22843.7%
Cellular Data Only10820.7%
Satellite Internet7213.8%
No Internet12323.6%
Total522100.0%

West Blocton Summary

West Blocton is a small town located in Bibb County, Alabama. It is situated about 20 miles southwest of Birmingham and is part of the Birmingham-Hoover Metropolitan Statistical Area. The town was founded in 1887 and was named after a prominent local family, the Bloctons. The town has a population of 1,845 as of the 2010 census.

Geography

West Blocton is located at 33°11'25" North, 87°2'25" West (33.1903, -87.0401). It is situated in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains and is part of the Black Belt region of Alabama. The town is located on the Cahaba River, which is a tributary of the Alabama River. The town is located in a rural area and is surrounded by forests and farmland.
The town has a total area of 2.2 square miles, all of which is land. The elevation of the town is 590 feet above sea level.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, there were 1,845 people, 745 households, and 486 families residing in the town. The population density was 837.5 people per square mile. There were 845 housing units at an average density of 382.9 per square mile. The racial makeup of the town was 79.2% White, 18.3% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.7% of the population.
There were 745 households, out of which 28.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 43.2% were married couples living together, 16.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 35.7% were non-families. 30.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.45 and the average family size was 3.05.
In the town, the population was spread out, with 25.2% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 25.7% from 25 to 44, 24.2% from 45 to 64, and 16.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 87.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 81.2 males.
The median income for a household in the town was $30,938, and the median income for a family was $37,500. Males had a median income of $30,000 versus $21,250 for females. The per capita income for the town was $15,945. About 11.2% of families and 14.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.2% of those under age 18 and 11.2% of those age 65 or over.

Economy

West Blocton is a small, rural town and the economy is largely based on agriculture. The town is home to several farms, which produce a variety of crops, including cotton, corn, soybeans, and peanuts. The town is also home to several small businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a few restaurants.
The town is also home to a few manufacturing companies, including a paper mill and a furniture factory. The town is served by the Bibb County School System and is home to West Blocton High School. The town is also home to a few churches, including the First Baptist Church of West Blocton.

Conclusion

West Blocton is a small, rural town located in Bibb County, Alabama. It is situated in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains and is part of the Black Belt region of Alabama. The town was founded in 1887 and has a population of 1,845 as of the 2010 census. The town is largely agricultural, with several farms producing a variety of crops. The town is also home to several small businesses and manufacturing companies. The town is served by the Bibb County School System and is home to West Blocton High School.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of West Blocton?
Total Population of West Blocton is 1,561.
What is the Total Male Population of West Blocton?
Total Male Population of West Blocton is 720.
What is the Total Female Population of West Blocton?
Total Female Population of West Blocton is 841.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in West Blocton?
There are 85.61 Males per 100 Females in West Blocton.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in West Blocton?
There are 116.81 Females per 100 Males in West Blocton.
What is the Median Population Age in West Blocton?
Median Population Age in West Blocton is 32.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in West Blocton
Average Family Size in West Blocton is 4.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in West Blocton
Average Household Size in West Blocton is 3.0 People.
What is Per Capita Income in West Blocton?
Per Capita income in West Blocton is $22,217.
What is the Median Family Income in West Blocton?
Median Family Income in West Blocton is $42,083.
What is the Median Household income in West Blocton?
Median Household Income in West Blocton is $38,750.
What is Income or Wage Gap in West Blocton?
Income or Wage Gap in West Blocton is 50.8%.
Women in West Blocton earn 49.2 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in West Blocton?
Inequality or Gini Index in West Blocton is 0.45.
How Large is the Labor Force in West Blocton?
There are 524 People in the Labor Forcein in West Blocton.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in West Blocton?
46.8% of People are in the Labor Force in West Blocton.
What is the Unemployment Rate in West Blocton?
Unemployment Rate in West Blocton is 7.4%.