Median Income $48,036

36% lower than US avg

Home Value $86,000

69% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 8.9%

74% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 37.8%

18% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 31.9%

157% higher than US avg

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

People

Population518

Median Age34.8 yrs

Density134/mi²

Male / Female38% / 62%

Largest GroupWhite 93%

Veterans1.8%

Economy

C+

Median Income$48,036

Per Capita$18,640

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty31.9%

County GDP$1,141M

Commute37 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$86,000

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$445,491

Housing Units196

Rent Burden30.0%

Health

Obesity37.8%

Uninsured10.5%

Smoking18.5%

Depression28.7%

Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain60.8 in/yr

Sunny Days302/yr

Elevation722 ft (220 m)

Education

Bachelor's+8.9%

High School+71.5%

Graduate+4.6%

School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 92% / D 8%

Commute37 min

Broadband90.1%

Libraries3

Is Arley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Arley receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Arley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Arley is $48,036, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 31.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Arley is $86,000, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Arley 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. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 60.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Arley has a population of 518 with a density of 134 people per square mile. The median age is 34.8 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.5%), with 5% Hispanic.

Population

518

Total Population

134

People / sq mi

34.8yrs

Median Age

11% below US avg

3.9mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38%

Female 62%

Race & Ethnicity

Arley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	98.4%
	25% above US avg
Spanish	1.6%
	88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Arley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Arley is $48,036, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 31.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Arley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$48,036
	36% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$18,640
Avg Weekly Wage	$995
IRS Avg AGI	$64,131

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	31.9%
	157% above US avg
Establishments (County)	538
County GDP	$1,141M

Business (County)

Restaurants	23
Healthcare	40
Retail	80
Manufacturing	40

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,306
	34% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	2.68%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	37.1 min
Drive Alone	88.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	1.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Arley is $86,000, 69% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $445,491.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$86,000
	69% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$445,491

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	30.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	73.3%
Housing Units	196
Median Year Built	1980

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,306
	34% below US avg
Effective Rate	2.68%

In Arley, 37.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.5% of residents lack health insurance. 18.5% are current smokers. 28.7% report depression. 29.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	37.8%
	18% above US avg
Diabetes	11.7%
Heart Disease	6.6%
High Blood Pressure	38.0%
Asthma	10.5%
COPD	8.5%
Cancer	7.6%
Stroke	3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	18.5%
	32% above US avg
Binge Drinking	16.1%
Physical Inactivity	29.3%
Depression	28.7%
Mental Distress	20.1%
Physical Distress	15.0%
Short Sleep	39.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	96.1%
Uninsured	10.5%
	22% above US avg
Checkup Rate	77.2%
Dental Visits	50.6%
Premature Death	12,031/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.9/10
Exercise Access	78.1%
Healthcare Facilities	40

Arley 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. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	59.6°F
	10% above US avg
January Average	40°F (4°C)
July Average	78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	60.8 inches
	60% above US avg
Snowfall	0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	722 ft (220 m)
Area	3.9 sq mi (10.0 km²)
Population Density	134/sq mi
Coordinates	34.0762°N, 87.2178°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	01133

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 8.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 83.6-point margin. 90.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 91.6%

D 7.9%

Winner: Republican by 83.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	8.9%
	74% below US avg
High School+	71.5%
Graduate Degree+	4.6%
School Test Score	4.40

D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8	Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density	134/sq mi
Total Area	3.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	90.1%
Public Libraries	3
Healthcare Facilities	40
Restaurants	23
Retail Stores	80

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	2
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	37.1 min
Drive Alone	88.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	1.9%

Arley, AL

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Arley a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Arley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Arley vs U.S. Average

Income: Arley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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