Anniston, AL — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Calhoun County · Alabama
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Anniston based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
21,377
2023 ACS
Median Income
$44,806
2023
Median Home Value
$141,600
2023
Median Rent
$777
2023
Median Age
43.5
Unemployment
6.1%
Cost of Living Index
79.8
100 = national avg
Anniston is a city in Calhoun County, Alabama, with a population of 21,377 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Anniston is one of the communities in Alabama.
The median household income in Anniston is $44,806, and the median home value is $141,600. The cost of living index is 79.8 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $777 per month. The unemployment rate is 6.1%, and the median age is 43.5 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
21,377
Male
9,866
46.2%
Female
11,511
53.8%
Median Age
43.5
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
15.4%
High School or Higher
38.3%
Foreign Born
1.9%
Veterans
8.2%
Married
32.3%
Avg Household Size
2.1
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.554
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
Black
49.8%
Foreign Born
1.9%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
4.5%
953 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
95.5%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
20,131
English Only
97.5%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
362 speakers
Limited English
0.7%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
99.3%
Limited English Proficiency
0.7%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
1,749
8.2% of population
Disability Rate
47.6%
832 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$56,000
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
1,557
89.0%
Female Veterans
192
11.0%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$56,000
Non-Veteran Income
$27,081
Difference
$28,919
106.8% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
832
Without Disability
917
Disability Rate
47.6%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
8,993
#1 Ancestry
English
9.6% (2,053)
#2 Ancestry
American
9.4% (2,003)
#3 Ancestry
German
6.7% (1,435)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
9,444
Family Households
4,969
52.6%
Married Couples
3,063
32.4%
Non-Family Households
4,475
47.4%
Single Mother Households
1,534
16.2%
Single Father Households
372
3.9%
Living Alone
4,035
42.7%
Children Under 18
Total Children
3,781
In Married Couple
1,672
44.2%
With Single Mother
1,909
50.5%
With Single Father
200
5.3%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$67,679
Married Couple Income
$98,185
Single Mother Income
$28,516
Single Father Income
$80,625
Avg Family Size
2.1
Avg Non-Family Size
2.1
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
321
Grandparents Responsible
205
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$44,806
-39% vs national
Per Capita Income
$31,627
-15% vs national
Poverty Rate
20.1%
+48% vs national
Gini Index
0.5234
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
6.1%
+18% vs national
SNAP Recipients
23.8%
of households
How Anniston Compares
Anniston vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 10,000 - 25,000 residents. Anniston is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Anniston, AL has a median household income of $44,806, making it the 23,581st highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Anniston has a higher median household income than 16% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Anniston, AL has a per capita income of $31,627, making it the 15,533rd highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Anniston has a higher per capita income than 45% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Anniston, AL has a poverty rate of 20.1%, making it the 7,120th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Anniston has a higher poverty rate than 77% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Anniston, AL has a unemployment rate of 6.1%, making it the 8,879th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Anniston has a higher unemployment rate than 71% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Anniston. The median household income here is $44,806.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
6.1%
+6% vs AL avg
Labor Force
8,874
Employed
8,142
Mean Commute
22 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
15.4%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
38.3%
of adults 25+
Median Age
43.5
Work from Home
4.5%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Anniston-Oxford, AL metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$95.4K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
79.8
100 = national avg
-20.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$35,104
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$82,972
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$757
per month
2 Bedroom
$962
per month
The median household income in Anniston, AL is $44,806, which is 38.8% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $31,627. The poverty rate of 20.1% is higher than the AL state average of 17.3%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.5234, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 6.1%, compared to the state average of 5.8%. The labor force is 8,874. 15.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 22 minutes, with 4.5% working from home. About 80.1% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 79.8, which is 20.2% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 75.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $35,104 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$171,250
Median List Price
$119,900
Price Per Sq Ft
$98
Days on Market
53
Active Inventory
102
Months of Supply
7.3
Buyer's market
Zillow Home Value
$143,781
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$859
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
35.7%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
22.2%
Sale-to-List Ratio
98.4%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
14
New Listings
27
Pending Sales
27
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$98
Median List $/SF
$90
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Anniston, AL? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Anniston-Oxford, AL metro area, home prices have risen 89.3% over the past 20 years. The 10-year growth rate is 86.2%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 53.4%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 11.3%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Anniston-Oxford, AL housing market rather than Anniston alone.
Metro area: Anniston-Oxford, AL
Anniston vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 10,000 - 25,000 residents. Anniston is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Anniston, AL has a median home value of $141,600, making it the 17,329th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Anniston has a higher median home value than 38% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Anniston, AL has a median rent of $777, making it the 16,311th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Anniston has a higher median rent than 27% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Anniston, AL has a price per square foot of $98, making it the 17,262nd highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Anniston has a higher price per square foot than 17% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Anniston, AL has a rent burden of 20.8%, making it the 7,718th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Anniston has a higher rent burden than 65% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$141,600
Median Rent
$777
Total Housing Units
11,749
Vacancy Rate
19.6%
Owner Occupied
59.1%
Renter Occupied
40.9%
Median Property Tax
$629
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$665
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$629
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.44%
of home value
Median Home Value
$141,600
Estimated Mean Tax
$752
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($629) by the median home value ($141,600). In Anniston, AL, this works out to an effective rate of 0.44%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Anniston, AL is $171,250 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 53 days on the market. 35.7% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 7.3 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $98. Zillow's observed rent index is $859/month. About 59.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1966. There are 11,749 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $629. The effective tax rate is 0.44%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
8.46
per 1,000 residents
+225% vs national
Property Crime Rate
43.65
per 1,000 residents
+154% vs national
Total Crimes
1,097
2024
Violent Clearance
78%
cases solved
Property Clearance
44%
cases solved
YoY Change
-6.5%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How Anniston Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Anniston vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 10,000 - 25,000 residents. Anniston is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Anniston police solve 84% of aggravated assault cases but only 29% of burglary cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 4 | 0.19 | 75.0% |
| Rape | Violent | 16 | 0.76 | 68.8% |
| Robbery | Violent | 18 | 0.86 | 44.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 140 | 6.65 | 83.6% |
| Burglary | Property | 214 | 10.17 | 29.4% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 612 | 29.07 | 50.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 93 | 4.42 | 31.2% |
Anniston, AL reported 178 violent crimes and 919 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 8.46 per 1,000 residents is 225.2% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 78% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 612 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 21.4% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 178 | 919 | 8.46 | 43.65 |
| 2023 | 190 | 1,056 | 9.04 | 50.24 |
| 2022 | 177 | 1,155 | 8.43 | 54.98 |
| 2021 | 166 | 1,096 | 7.94 | 52.41 |
| 2020 | 266 | 564 | 12.60 | 26.71 |
| 2018 | 646 | 1,696 | 29.92 | 78.55 |
| 2017 | 754 | 1,352 | 34.34 | 61.58 |
| 2016 | 735 | 1,712 | 33.10 | 77.10 |
| 2015 | 607 | 1,645 | 27.21 | 73.75 |
School Shootings
Source: The Washington PostTotal Incidents
1
Total Killed
0
Total Injured
1
| Date | School | Killed | Injured | Type | Weapon |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 22, 2023 | Anniston High School | 0 | 1 | accidental | nan |
Data from The Washington Post, licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
88.5
Relatively Moderate
Expected Annual Loss
84.8
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
81.5
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
48.4
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
21
Public Assistance
$46.7M
Individual Assistance
$2.1M
Most Common Type
Severe Storm
11 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
Showing 20 of 22 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
129
Total Claims Paid
$706,258
Avg Claim Payout
$5,475
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
8
Federal Funding
$1,633,347
Properties Protected
132
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
5.88
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 206.2: Safe Room (Tornado and Severe Wind Shelter) - Public Structures | 4 | $703,523 |
| 403.4: Stormwater Management - Detention/Retention Basins | 1 | $136,666 |
| 403.1: Stormwater Management - Culverts | 1 | $216,645 |
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 1 | $522,913 |
| 206.1: Safe Room (Tornado and Severe Wind Shelter) - Private Structures | 1 | $53,600 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Anniston has a relatively moderate overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are tornado, landslide, strong wind. The area has had 21 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is severe storm (11 declarations). 129 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $46,659,280 in public assistance recovery funding. $2,115,038 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 8 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
42.9%
6.8pp above the national average
Depression Rate
22.7%
0.8pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
19.1%
7.2pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
12.3%
1.7pp above the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
41.9%
Arthritis
34.8%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.0%
Teeth Lost (65+)
21.7%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
18.5%
14+ days in past month
Depression
22.7%
Loneliness
37.9%
Lack of Support
28.0%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
42.8%
Mobility
22.9%
Cognitive
18.6%
Hearing
8.8%
Vision
8.8%
Self-Care
6.9%
Independent Living
13.1%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Anniston has an obesity rate of 42.9%, which is 6.8pp above the national average. The depression rate is 22.7%, 0.8pp below the national average. About 12.3% of adults lack health insurance. 82.1% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
1.8 / 5
Nearest Hospital
6.1 mi
Northeast Alabama Regional Med...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northeast Alabama Regional Medical Center | 6.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | Yes |
| Gadsden Regional Medical Center | 24.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | Yes |
| Riverview Regional Medical Center | 26.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Citizens Baptist Medical Center | 27.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | Yes |
| St Vincent'S St Clair | 27.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Pop. Served
56,646
Violations (5yr)
0
No violations
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| ANNISTON ALABAMA, THE WWSB OF THE CITY O | 56,646 | 0 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
4
Total CO₂e
49.5K MT
Top Emitter
U.S. ARMY ANNISTON ARMY DEPOT
18.2K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (10,000 - 25,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
U.S. ARMY ANNISTON ARMY DEPOT Us Government (%) | Other | 18,239 |
Tyler Union Mcwane Inc | Metals | 16,890 |
SNG Station 4165 DeArmanville, AL Kinder Morgan Inc | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 12,221 |
SOLUTIA INC ANNISTON PLANT Eastman Chemical Co | Chemicals | 2,130 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 1 water system serving the area. 4 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 49.5K metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
22 min
-5% vs national
Drive Alone
80.1%
+2% vs national
Public Transit
0.5%
-41% vs national
Work From Home
4.5%
-51% vs national
Carpool
11.4%
Walk
2.1%
How Anniston's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
1
2023
6-Year Avg
2
fatalities/yr
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2020 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 2019 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Anniston, AL is 22 minutes, which is 5.1% below the national average of 23 minutes. 80.1% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 4.5% work from home, which is below the AL state average of 5.2%. 11.4% of workers carpool. 2.1% walk to work. In 2023, there were 1 traffic fatality from 1 fatal crash.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
80.8%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
62.1%
of households
No Internet
16.9%
of households
Total Households
9,444
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
89.0%
of households
Smartphone
83.3%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
59.1%
of households
Tablet
47.7%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
15.2¢
per kWh
-20% vs 10,000 - 25,000 avg
Commercial Rate
13.6¢
per kWh
-12% vs 10,000 - 25,000 avg
Industrial Rate
7.3¢
per kWh
-39% vs 10,000 - 25,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$174
residential
+18% vs 10,000 - 25,000 avg
11% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Alabama averages 15.2¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $174. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Anniston vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (10,000 - 25,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Population Served
56,646
Violations (5yr)
0
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ANNISTON ALABAMA, THE WWSB OF THE CITY O | Community | Surface water | 56,646 | 0 |
80.8% of households in Anniston have broadband internet access. 62.1% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 15.4% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 16.9% of households have no internet access. 22.7% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 1 water system, providing water to 56,646 people. No water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Anniston is located in Calhoun County, AL. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Anniston.
Election Overview
Source: Calhoun County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
13,194
27.2%
GOP Votes
34,912
71.9%
Total Votes
48,530
Margin
R+44.8%
Shift from 2020
R+5.8pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 13,194 | 34,912 | 48,530 | 27.2% | 71.9% | R+44.8 |
| 2020 | 15,216 | 35,101 | 50,983 | 29.8% | 68.8% | R+39.0 |
| 2016 | 13,197 | 32,803 | 47,376 | 27.9% | 69.2% | R+41.4 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Calhoun County recorded 48,530 total votes. Republicans won the county with 71.9% of the vote compared to 27.2% for Democrats, a margin of R+44.8%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+5.8pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Calhoun County has shifted 3.4 percentage points toward Republicans.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
224
Total Assets
$763.6M
Total Income
$658.5M
Per 10K Residents
104.8
nonprofits
+44.7% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
23
Median Assets
$478K
Oldest Active
1939
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $720.9M of $763.6M total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 10,000 - 25,000
Largest Nonprofits in Anniston
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFAnniston, AL has 224 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $763.6M. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 39 organizations. 23 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 104.8 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1939.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
162
Total Approved
$45.9M
Jobs Supported
940
Per 10K Residents
75.8
SBA loans
-17.6% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
41
Top Lender
Century South Bank of Alabama
25 loans
Top Industry
Retail Trade
Data Span
1992–2025
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
134
Total Amount
$34.8M
Avg Loan
$259,671
Median Loan
$56,000
SBA Guaranteed
$26.6M(76%)
Jobs Supported
466
Loans
28
Total Amount
$11.1M
Avg Loan
$396,286
Median Loan
$326,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
15
9% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$9.7M
21% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$643,547
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 10,000 - 25,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hw Express Inc. | 1 | $4.2M |
| D & B Metal Roofing Supply Inc. | 2 | $3.2M |
| Boozer Laminated Beam Company Inc. | 1 | $2.3M |
| Anniston Fried Chicken Inc. | 1 | $2.1M |
| Hw Express, Inc. | 1 | $1.9M |
| Finial Llc | 1 | $1.8M |
| Mcclellan Industrial Village Llc | 1 | $1.6M |
| Sainath Llc | 1 | $1.3M |
| R & V Enterprises Llc | 1 | $1.2M |
| V & R Enterprises Llc | 1 | $1.1M |
Anniston, AL has received 162 SBA loans totaling $45.9M in approved funding between 1992 and 2025. The 7(a) program accounts for 134 loans (83% of the total), supporting 466 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 28 loans totaling $11.1M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Retail Trade. The most active SBA lender in Anniston is Century South Bank of Alabama with 25 loans. That works out to 75.8 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
7
Total Population
76,695
Avg Median Income
$57,027
Avg Home Value
$164,629
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36201 | 17,406 | $33,754 | $75,900 | $709 | 39.0 |
| 36203 | 18,797 | $65,920 | $166,000 | $891 | 39.4 |
| 36205 | 1,233 | $25,637 | $265,300 | $519 | 13.0 |
| 36206 | 10,723 | $55,256 | $128,000 | $785 | 15.8 |
| 36207 | 19,251 | $70,090 | $195,000 | $890 | 74.8 |
| 36250 | 4,132 | $83,438 | $182,400 | N/A | 19.7 |
| 36277 | 5,153 | $65,096 | $139,800 | $1,034 | 7.7 |
Anniston, AL has 7 ZIP codes with a combined population of 76,695. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $57,027. The average median home value is $164,629. The average median monthly rent is -$95,237,405.
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