Allgood, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Allgood is a small town in Alabama with a population of 788. Residents earn $73,125 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
788 Population 723/sq mi density
$73,125 Median Income $25,667 per capita
$102,000 Home Value $168,679 Zillow
$773 Median Rent 23.8% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$73,125 median income, 19.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$102,000 home value, $773/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
8.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,125
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $102,000
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.1%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $773
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 19.4%
439% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.0%
85% higher than US avg

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

People

Population788
Median Age30.4 yrs
Density723/mi²
Male / Female63% / 37%
Largest GroupWhite 66%
Veterans3.5%

Economy

C
Median Income$73,125
Per Capita$25,667
Unemployment19.4%
Poverty23.0%
County GDP$1,535M
Commute40 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$102,000
Rent$773
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$168,679
Rent Burden23.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain57.0 in/yr
Elevation906 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.1%
High School+58.5%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 90% / D 9%
Commute40 min
Broadband74.6%
Libraries2

Is Allgood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Allgood receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Allgood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Allgood is $73,125, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 19.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 23.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. 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 Allgood is $102,000, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $773 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 58.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Allgood enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Allgood has a population of 788 with a density of 723 people per square mile. The median age is 30.4 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (65.7%), with 5.3% Hispanic.

Population

788
Total Population
723
People / sq mi
30.4yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 63.2%
Female 36.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Allgood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only32.6%
58% below US avg
Spanish67.4%
403% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Allgood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Allgood is $73,125, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 19.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 23.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes.

Income: Allgood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,125
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,667
Avg Weekly Wage$879
IRS Avg AGI$62,345

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment19.4%
439% above US avg
Poverty Rate23.0%
85% above US avg
Establishments (County)956
County GDP$1,535M

Business (County)

Restaurants58
Healthcare74
Retail132
Manufacturing43

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,734
50% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.70%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.9 min
Drive Alone79.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Allgood is $102,000, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $773 (34% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $168,679.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$102,000
64% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$168,679
Median List Price$150,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$150,000
$/Sq Ft$127
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio98.5%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$773
34% below US avg
Rent Burden23.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,734
50% below US avg
Effective Rate1.70%
In Allgood, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.1% report depression. 34.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes14.3%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure37.9%
Asthma9.6%
COPD7.9%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.4%
Physical Inactivity34.3%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress16.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.0%
Checkup Rate77.0%
Premature Death11,898/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access42.3%
Healthcare Facilities74

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Allgood has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.5°F
14% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.0 inches
50% above US avg
Snowfall1.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation906 ft (276 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density723/sq mi
Coordinates33.9076°N, 86.5161°W
County FIPS01009
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 81-point margin. 74.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 90.2%
D 9.2%

Winner: Republican by 81 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.1%
76% below US avg
High School+58.5%
School Test Score4.40
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density723/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.6%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities74
Restaurants58
Retail Stores132

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.9 min
Drive Alone79.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.5%

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