Abbeville, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Abbeville is a small town in Alabama with a population of 2,470. Residents earn $32,778 per year, which is 56% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,470 Population 159/sq mi density
$32,778 Median Income $25,889 per capita
$98,000 Home Value $149,311 Zillow
$554 Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
303 Violent Crime/100K 3,216 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$32,778 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$98,000 home value, $554/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
303 violent crimes/100K (20% below avg)
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $32,778
56% lower than US avg
Home Value $98,000
65% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 303/100K
20% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.3%
46% lower than US avg
Median Rent $554
52% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 46.6%
45% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.4%
56% higher than US avg

How Abbeville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,470
Median Age55.3 yrs
Density159/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 56%

Economy

C+
Median Income$32,778
Per Capita$25,889
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty19.4%
County GDP$681M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$98,000
Rent$554
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$149,311

Crime

F
Violent303/100K
Property3,216/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault265/100K
Burglary832/100K

Health

Obesity46.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation377 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.3%
High School+80.3%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute23 min
Libraries2

Is Abbeville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Abbeville receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Abbeville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Abbeville is $32,778, 56% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 19.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Abbeville is $98,000, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $554 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Abbeville is below the national average at 303 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,216 per 100,000, 64% above the national average.

Education

18.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Abbeville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Abbeville has a population of 2,470 with a density of 159 people per square mile. The median age is 55.3 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (55.6%), with 41.3% Black.

Population

2,470
Total Population
159
People / sq mi
55.3yrs
Median Age
42% above US avg
15.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Abbeville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.3%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.7%
80% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Abbeville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Abbeville is $32,778, which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Abbeville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$32,778
56% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,889
Avg Weekly Wage$1,085
IRS Avg AGI$63,092

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.4%
56% above US avg
Establishments (County)420
County GDP$681M

Business (County)

Restaurants23
Healthcare20
Retail47
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,925
45% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.0 min
Work from Home2.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Abbeville is $98,000, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $554 (52% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $149,311.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$98,000
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$149,311
Median List Price$153,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$153,950
$/Sq Ft$4,600
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio64.1%
Price Drops40.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$554
52% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$716
1 Bedroom$772
2 Bedrooms$936
3 Bedrooms$1,206
4 Bedrooms$1,381

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,925
45% below US avg
Effective Rate1.96%
In Abbeville, 46.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.0% report depression. 35.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Abbeville vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity46.6%
45% above US avg
Diabetes16.2%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure46.2%
Asthma11.4%
COPD9.2%
Stroke4.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.9%
Physical Inactivity35.1%
Depression24.0%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress16.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.7%
Checkup Rate79.8%
Premature Death10,894/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access18.5%
Healthcare Facilities20
Abbeville has a violent crime rate of 303 per 100,000 residents, 20% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,216 per 100,000 (64% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Abbeville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent302.7/100K
20% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape37.8/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault264.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,216.0/100K
64% above US avg
Burglary832.4/100K
Theft1,967.5/100K
Vehicle Theft416.2/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Abbeville has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average65.7°F
22% above US avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation377 ft (115 m)
Area15.5 sq mi (40.2 km²)
Population Density159/sq mi
Coordinates31.5647°N, 85.2591°W
County FIPS01067
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 18.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.1%
D 24.3%

Winner: Republican by 50.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.3%
46% below US avg
High School+80.3%
School Test Score4.40
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density159/sq mi
Total Area15.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities20
Restaurants23
Retail Stores47

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.0 min
Work from Home2.2%

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