Altoona, AL is a small town located in Etowah County with a population of 1,444 people and a population density of 211.71 people per square mile. With its close proximity to Gadsden, there are many local businesses including restaurants, stores, and services to serve the community. Year-round outdoor activities can be enjoyed at the nearby Noccalula Falls Park which offers hiking trails, picnic areas, and an expansive campground. For those looking for some friendly competition there is also the Altoona Softball Complex or the Altoona Skateboard Park where locals can show off their skills. Other demographic organizations in the area include the Altoona Lions Club which holds regular meetings and events as well as offering outreach and volunteer opportunities throughout Etowah County. Additionally, regional sporting events such as basketball tournaments or softball leagues take place each year at the local high school fields allowing teams from all over to compete for bragging rights.
The population in Altoona is 1,444. There are 334 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Altoona is 40.2, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Altoona is 2.3, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Altoona
- 42.6% are married
- 14.1% are divorced
- 31.7% are married with children
- 14.9% have children, but are single
Race in Altoona
- 93.1% are White
- 1.2% are Black
- 0.2% are Asian
- 0.3% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 2.7% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 2.4% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander