Thomaston Public RecordsAlabama

Thomaston, Marengo County, AL, relies primarily on personal vehicles for transportation, with over 95% of commuters driving alone and vehicle ownership rates exceeding 90% of households. Public transit options are minimal or nonexistent. The average one-way commute time is around 28 minutes, slightly above the national average. The city is served by Alabama State Route 25 and nearby U.S. Route 80, providing regional connectivity. Major employment hubs are outside Thomaston, in cities like Demopolis and Linden, contributing to significant outbound commuting patterns. Carpooling and alternative transport modes are limited in prevalence.

As of the 2020 Census, Thomaston, in Marengo County, Alabama, had a population of 317. The median age was about 46 years. The gender distribution was approximately 44% male and 56% female. Racially, 71% of residents identified as Black or African American, 26% as White, and the rest as other or mixed races. Hispanic or Latino residents made up 1% of the population.

Thomaston, a city in Marengo County, AL, is served primarily by Marengo County School District with no high schools within city limits; students typically attend Marengo High School located nearby, which serves about 160 students (grades 7–12) with a graduation rate around 82%. There are no colleges or universities in the city, and only about 7% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. School safety is generally rated satisfactory, and educational programs focus on core academics with limited advanced or vocational offerings. Adult education options are minimal within city boundaries.

Thomaston, Marengo County, AL, has limited healthcare infrastructure, with no hospitals within city limits; residents rely on clinics like Outpatient Clinic of Thomaston and larger hospitals in Demopolis or Linden, about 20–25 miles away. Marengo County’s uninsured rate is approximately 13%. The population—roughly 320 residents in Thomaston—is predominantly African American (over 80%) and 60% female. Common health issues include diabetes, hypertension, and obesity, reflecting countywide trends. Healthcare access is challenged by transportation and provider shortages; Marengo County has about 24 primary care physicians per 100,000, below the state average.

Thomaston, Marengo County, AL, has a homeownership rate of roughly 70%, with median home values around $78,000. Rental options are limited, and median gross rent is approximately $480 monthly. Housing types are mainly single-family homes with some older structures. Property values have remained stable, with slight increases of about 1-2% annually in recent years. Neighborhoods are quiet and predominantly residential. Property tax rates in Marengo County are low, averaging 0.33% of assessed home value, contributing to the town’s affordability.