Aliceville, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Aliceville is a small town in Alabama with a population of 2,338. Residents earn $33,125 per year, which is 56% below the national average.

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
2,338 Population 512/sq mi density
$33,125 Median Income $19,185 per capita
$104,300 Home Value $88,410 Zillow
$657 Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
416 Violent Crime/100K 1,789 property/100K
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.3 / 5.0
$33,125 median income, 10.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$104,300 home value, $657/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
416 violent crimes/100K (10% above avg)
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $33,125
56% lower than US avg
Home Value $104,300
63% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 416/100K
10% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.5%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $657
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 53.4%
66% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.9%
203% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 36.2%
192% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,338
Median Age34.7 yrs
Density512/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 14%

Economy

F
Median Income$33,125
Per Capita$19,185
Unemployment10.9%
Poverty36.2%
County GDP$569M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$104,300
Rent$657
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$88,410

Crime

F
Violent416/100K
Property1,789/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault416/100K
Burglary375/100K

Health

Obesity53.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation181 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.5%
High School+82.3%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute35 min
EV Stations1
Libraries5

Is Aliceville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Aliceville receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Aliceville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Aliceville is $33,125, 56% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.9%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 36.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Aliceville is $104,300, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $657 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 416 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,789 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Aliceville 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. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Aliceville has a population of 2,338 with a density of 512 people per square mile. The median age is 34.7 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (84.9%), with 14.2% White.

Population

2,338
Total Population
512
People / sq mi
34.7yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
4.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Aliceville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Aliceville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Aliceville is $33,125, which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 36.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Aliceville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$33,125
56% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,185
Avg Weekly Wage$977
IRS Avg AGI$51,740

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.9%
203% above US avg
Poverty Rate36.2%
192% above US avg
Establishments (County)398
County GDP$569M

Business (County)

Restaurants15
Healthcare25
Retail52
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,300
63% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.25%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.9 min
Work from Home4.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Aliceville is $104,300, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $657 (44% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $88,410.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$104,300
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$88,410
Median List Price$164,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$164,950
$/Sq Ft$53
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio95.0%
Price Drops60.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$657
44% 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-Occupied44.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,300
63% below US avg
Effective Rate1.25%
In Aliceville, 53.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.8% report depression. 37.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity53.4%
66% above US avg
Diabetes18.5%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure49.6%
Asthma12.2%
COPD9.1%
Stroke5.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking11.0%
Physical Inactivity37.5%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress16.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.1%
Checkup Rate82.9%
Premature Death13,197/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access16.0%
Healthcare Facilities25
Aliceville has a violent crime rate of 416 per 100,000 residents, 10% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,789 per 100,000 (9% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent416.2/100K
10% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault416.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,789.4/100K
9% below US avg
Burglary374.5/100K
Theft1,331.7/100K
Vehicle Theft83.2/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Aliceville has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.3°F
17% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation181 ft (55 m)
Area4.6 sq mi (11.8 km²)
Population Density512/sq mi
Coordinates33.1237°N, 88.1593°W
County FIPS01107
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.4%
D 38.1%

Winner: Republican by 23.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.5%
63% below US avg
High School+82.3%
School Test Score4.40
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density512/sq mi
Total Area4.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants15
Retail Stores52

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.9 min
Work from Home4.8%

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