Lowndesboro Public RecordsAlabama

Lowndesboro, a town in Lowndes County, Alabama, has a 2020 population of 89. The racial makeup is approximately 65% White and 35% Black or African American. About 54% of the population is female and 46% male. The median age is around 50, with roughly 32% aged 65 and older, and about 15% under 18. Ethnically, the town’s population is predominantly non-Hispanic, with less than 2% identifying as Hispanic or Latino of any race.

Lowndesboro, located in Lowndes County, AL, has a homeownership rate of approximately 77%, with the median home value around $74,000. Median rent averages $650 per month. The housing market shows stable trends with slight appreciation of 2-3% annually. Most homes are single-family houses, with a few mobile homes and older historic properties. Neighborhoods are quiet and rural, offering spacious lots. Property taxes are low, averaging about 0.33% of assessed value, or roughly $250 per year for a median-priced home. Renters make up about 23% of residents, mostly in smaller, older houses.

Lowndesboro, in Lowndes County, AL, is served primarily by the Lowndes County Public Schools district, with one K-12 school nearby—Central High School, enrolling about 250 students and earning a GreatSchools rating of 3/10. There are no colleges or universities in the city; only 12% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. The town offers limited adult education and vocational programs. School safety initiatives are in place, but academic and program offerings are basic compared to state averages, with most students commuting to Selma or Montgomery for advanced opportunities.

Transportation in Lowndesboro, Lowndes County, AL, is primarily car-dependent, with around 95% of commuters driving alone and less than 1% using public transportation. The average commute time is approximately 30 minutes, reflecting travel to nearby employment hubs such as Montgomery (about 20 miles northeast). The town lacks formal public transit infrastructure. Vehicle ownership rates are high, with over 90% of households owning at least one vehicle. Transportation infrastructure consists mainly of U.S. Route 80 and state highways, supporting residents’ reliance on personal vehicles for commuting and accessing regional job centers.

Lowndesboro, Lowndes County, AL has limited local healthcare facilities; there are no hospitals within the town, with the nearest hospitals located in Selma (Vaughan Regional Medical Center, 18 miles away) and Montgomery (25 miles). The area is federally designated as a medically underserved. The town has a population of ~90, with the wider county being ~74% African American and a 20% uninsured rate (U.S. Census, 2021). Lowndes County Health Department in Hayneville offers basic services. Common health issues include hypertension, diabetes, and obesity. Access to primary care and specialty services may require significant travel.