Cleburne County Public RecordsAlabama

As of the 2020 Census, Cleburne County, Alabama had a population of 15,056. The median age is 43.3 years. Approximately 50.8% of residents are male and 49.2% female. Racially, the county is predominantly White (89.7%), with Black or African American (5.5%), Hispanic or Latino (2.5%), two or more races (1.6%), and other groups comprising the remainder.

Cleburne County, AL, had 9,245 registered voters as of 2022. Elections include primaries, generals, and local referendums, with recent turnout for the 2020 general election at 6,243 ballots cast (67.5%). There are 13 polling locations across the county. Issues of local concern include school funding and infrastructure. The Probate Judge’s office administers elections. In 2022, Republican candidates received 79% of the vote, with Democrats at 20%. The county leans strongly Republican, with the GOP dominating recent results. Voter registration and election information is managed online and at the county courthouse.

Cleburne County, AL, has 7 public schools serving around 2,350 students, including 1 high school. Approximately 80% of students graduate high school, while about 15% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. The district’s average math and reading proficiency scores are 35–45%, below state averages. Cleburne schools emphasize safety with secure entrances and regular drills, and offer career tech and dual enrollment programs. Adult education is available through GED and skills training initiatives.

As of 2022, Cleburne County, AL had an employment rate of 52.3% with a labor force participation rate around 54%. The largest industries are manufacturing (23.6%), health care & social assistance (13.2%), and retail trade (12.8%). Top occupation types include production (17%) and office/administrative support (13%). The average commute time is 34.1 minutes, with about 73% of residents driving alone and most working outside the county, primarily commuting to Calhoun and Jefferson counties for employment.

Cleburne County, AL, has a homeownership rate of about 76%, surpassing the national average, with a median home value of approximately $142,000. Median gross rent is around $730 per month. The housing stock consists mainly of single-family homes, with some mobile homes and a smaller share of multi-family units. Popular neighborhoods include Heflin and Ranburne. Property values have increased nearly 7% in the past year. Property tax rates are relatively low, averaging around $350 annually per $100,000 of assessed value, making homeownership in Cleburne County relatively affordable compared to broader Alabama and national figures.

Cleburne County, AL, maintains relatively low crime rates compared to state averages. In 2022, the county reported a violent crime rate of approximately 150 per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of around 900 per 100,000, both below Alabama’s averages of 450 and 2,320, respectively. The Cleburne County Sheriff’s Office encourages community reporting and transparency through regular public updates. Law enforcement has increased patrols and implemented safety programs, contributing to a steady decline in reported incidents over the past five years.