Alabama
Alexander City is a small city in Alabama with a population of 14,686. Residents earn $42,367 per year, which is 44% below the national average.
Based on current data, Alexander City receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Alexander City has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Alexander City is $42,367, 44% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 19.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Alexander City is $135,900, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $690 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
The violent crime rate of 544 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,810 per 100,000, 145% above the national average.
17.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Alexander City enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 93.7% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 6.3% |
| 53% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $42,367 |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $27,272 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $906 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $65,829 |
| Unemployment | 4.0% |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 19.2% |
| 55% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,052 |
| County GDP | $1,910M |
| Restaurants | 79 |
| Healthcare | 81 |
| Retail | 153 |
| Manufacturing | 39 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,421 |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.78% |
| Commute Time | 19.6 min |
| Work from Home | 3.9% |
| Census Median | $135,900 |
| 52% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $201,555 |
| Median List Price | $283,700 |
| Median List Price | $283,700 |
| $/Sq Ft | $159 |
| Homes Sold | 9 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 95.9% |
| Price Drops | 22.5% |
| Inventory | 80 |
| Census Median Rent | $690 |
| 41% below US avg |
| Studio | $716 |
| 1 Bedroom | $772 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $936 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,206 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,381 |
| Owner-Occupied | 62.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,421 |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.78% |
| Obesity | 41.5% |
| 29% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 14.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 42.7% |
| Asthma | 10.9% |
| COPD | 8.1% |
| Stroke | 4.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.6% |
| Depression | 25.0% |
| Mental Distress | 19.7% |
| Physical Distress | 15.1% |
| Insurance Rate | 89.5% |
| Checkup Rate | 79.4% |
| Premature Death | 12,183/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 61.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 81 |
| Total Violent | 544.1/100K |
| 43% above US avg | |
| Murder | 6.7/100K |
| 7% above US avg | |
| Rape | 53.7/100K |
| Robbery | 53.7/100K |
| Assault | 429.9/100K |
| Total Property | 4,809.6/100K |
| 145% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,108.4/100K |
| Theft | 3,513.1/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 188.1/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 62.8°F |
| 16% above US avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 57.0 inches |
| 50% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.7 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 677 ft (206 m) |
| Area | 46.1 sq mi (119.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 319/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.9167°N, 85.9406°W |
| County FIPS | 01123 |
Winner: Republican by 49.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 17.4% |
| 48% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 80.4% |
| School Test Score | 4.40 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 319/sq mi |
| Total Area | 46.1 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 7 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 8 |
| Public Libraries | 6 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 81 |
| Restaurants | 79 |
| Retail Stores | 153 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| Avg Commute | 19.6 min |
| Work from Home | 3.9% |