Addison, AL

Alabama

Addison is a small town in Alabama with a population of 651. Residents earn $54,911 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
651 Population 173/sq mi density
$54,911 Median Income $30,098 per capita
$110,900 Home Value $170,469 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
134 Violent Crime/100K 4,150 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$54,911 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$110,900 home value
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
134 violent crimes/100K (65% below avg)
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
8.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,911
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $110,900
61% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 134/100K
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.0%
76% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.7%
6% lower than US avg

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

People

Population651
Median Age40.5 yrs
Density173/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B+
Median Income$54,911
Per Capita$30,098
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.7%
County GDP$1,141M
Commute40 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$110,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$170,469

Crime

F
Violent134/100K
Property4,150/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault134/100K
Burglary803/100K

Health

Obesity38.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.6%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain60.8 in/yr
Elevation781 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.0%
High School+83.9%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 92% / D 8%
Commute40 min
Libraries3

Is Addison a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Addison receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Addison has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Addison is $54,911, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Addison is $110,900, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Addison is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 134 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,150 per 100,000, 112% above the national average.

Education

8.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Addison enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 60.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Addison has a population of 651 with a density of 173 people per square mile. The median age is 40.5 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.6%), with 3.1% Hispanic.

Population

651
Total Population
173
People / sq mi
40.5yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
3.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Addison vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Addison vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Addison is $54,911, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes.

Income: Addison vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,911
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,098
Avg Weekly Wage$995
IRS Avg AGI$64,131

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.7%
6% below US avg
Establishments (County)538
County GDP$1,141M

Business (County)

Restaurants23
Healthcare40
Retail80
Manufacturing40

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,306
34% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.08%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.5 min
Work from Home5.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Addison is $110,900, 61% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $170,469.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$110,900
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$170,469

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,306
34% below US avg
Effective Rate2.08%
In Addison, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.6% report depression. 30.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes12.0%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure38.6%
Asthma10.6%
COPD8.9%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity30.1%
Depression28.6%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress15.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.7%
Checkup Rate76.9%
Premature Death12,031/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access78.1%
Healthcare Facilities40
Addison has a violent crime rate of 134 per 100,000 residents, 65% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,150 per 100,000 (112% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent133.9/100K
65% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault133.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property4,149.9/100K
112% above US avg
Burglary803.2/100K
Theft2,945.1/100K
Vehicle Theft401.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Addison has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 60.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average59.6°F
10% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall60.8 inches
60% above US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation781 ft (238 m)
Area3.8 sq mi (9.8 km²)
Population Density173/sq mi
Coordinates34.2027°N, 87.1780°W
County FIPS01133
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 8.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 83.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 91.6%
D 7.9%

Winner: Republican by 83.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.0%
76% below US avg
High School+83.9%
School Test Score4.40
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density173/sq mi
Total Area3.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities40
Restaurants23
Retail Stores80

Safety & Disasters

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

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.5 min
Work from Home5.0%

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