Abbeville, AL
Full City Profile · Alabama · Henry County County
Abbeville, AL
At a Glance
How Abbeville Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Abbeville's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Abbeville a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Abbeville residents earn a median household income of $32,778 , which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,889. The unemployment rate stands at 7.6% (111% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 19.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 420 business establishments, including 23 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Abbeville is $98,000 , 65% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $158,210. Median rent is $554/month, with 32.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 88.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1969.
Safety & Crime
Abbeville reports 461 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 21% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,551/100K.
Education
18.3% of adults in Abbeville hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below the national average). 80.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Abbeville has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.7 inches.