Andalusia, AL
Full City Profile · Alabama · Covington County County
Andalusia, AL
At a Glance
How Andalusia Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Andalusia's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Andalusia a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Andalusia residents earn a median household income of $47,500 , which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,970. The unemployment rate stands at 5.8% (61% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 17.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,134 business establishments, including 67 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Andalusia is $156,000 , 45% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $166,729. Median rent is $680/month, with 33.2% 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 1976.
Safety & Crime
Andalusia reports 679 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 79% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,689/100K.
Education
25.2% of adults in Andalusia hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% below the national average). 85.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Andalusia has an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 59.1 inches.