PINSON
We are the Past.
One of Alabama's oldest communities.
Being one of the oldest communities in Alabama, Pinson is rich in history. We are home to Bullfrog Bend and the Jefferson Warriors. In the early 1800's, Andrew Jackson's soldiers were some of the first people to settle here after their victory at Horseshoe Bend.
Descendants of Pinson's founding families still reside in our community and have played a major role in the development of cultural establishments in Jefferson County.
We are the Present.
Offering variety and community support.
Pinson offers a wide variety of homes in a range of styles and sizes. We have several denominations that worship in our community. Our Churches also provide child daycare and programs for our seniors. We are strong supporters of our children in sports through the recreational association and our schools. Our "jewel in the rough" is the Turkey Creek Preserve, home of the endangered Vermillion Darter Fish.
We are the Future.
On the right road to growth.
Pinson will be a major part of the I-459 Northern Beltway. Our Government and community continue to work together for future growth and City planning.
Demographics
As of the censusGR2 of 2000, there were 5,033 people, 1,853 households, and 1,450 families residing in the community. The population density was 721.2 people per square mile (278.4/km²). There were 1,953 housing units at an average density of 279.8/sq mi (108.0/km²). The racial makeup of the community was 89.85% White, 8.33% Black or African American, 0.32% Native American, 0.40% Asian, 0.02% Pacific Islander, 0.34% from other races, and 0.76% from two or more races. 2.27% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.
There were 1,853 households out of which 41.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 59.8% were married couples living together, 15.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 21.7% were non-families. 19.0% of all households were made up of individuals and 6.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.71 and the average family size was 3.08.
In the community the population was spread out with 28.3% under the age of 18, 9.7% from 18 to 24, 31.7% from 25 to 44, 20.6% from 45 to 64, and 9.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 33 years. For every 100 females there were 93.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 88.8 males.
The median income for a household in the community was $39,583, and the median income for a family was $48,707. Males had a median income of $33,843 versus $25,112 for females. The per capita income for the community was $17,704. About 8.6% of families and 10.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 12.2% of those under age 18 and 10.9% of those age 65 or over.
Schools
Pinson Valley High School- Located on Highway 75 in Pinson. Grades 9-12.
Rudd Middle School- Grades 6-8.
Kermit Johnson Elementary- Grades 3-5.
Pinson Elementary School- Grades k-2.
