Alabama · Metropolitan Area
Ashford is a small town in Alabama with a population of 2,438. Residents earn $61,087 per year, which is 19% below the national average.
Based on current data, Ashford receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Ashford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Ashford is $61,087, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. 11.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Ashford is $167,500, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $889 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Violent crime in Ashford is below the national average at 231 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,634 per 100,000, 34% above the national average.
15.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Ashford enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 99.0% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.0% |
| 93% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $61,087 |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $30,151 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,029 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $70,998 |
| Unemployment | 2.0% |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 11.3% |
| 9% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 3,720 |
| County GDP | $8,043M |
| Restaurants | 295 |
| Healthcare | 340 |
| Retail | 543 |
| Manufacturing | 105 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,317 |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.38% |
| Commute Time | 27.9 min |
| Work from Home | 2.4% |
| Census Median | $167,500 |
| 41% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $174,898 |
| Median List Price | $249,900 |
| Median List Price | $249,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $162 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.8% |
| Price Drops | 25.0% |
| Inventory | 8 |
| Census Median Rent | $889 |
| 24% below US avg |
| Studio | $716 |
| 1 Bedroom | $772 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $936 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,206 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,381 |
| Owner-Occupied | 73.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,317 |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.38% |
| Obesity | 39.6% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.6% |
| Heart Disease | 6.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.7% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 7.6% |
| Stroke | 3.6% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.2% |
| Depression | 27.0% |
| Mental Distress | 20.1% |
| Physical Distress | 14.0% |
| Insurance Rate | 88.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.6% |
| Premature Death | 11,251/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 72.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 340 |
| Total Violent | 231.1/100K |
| 39% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 231.1/100K |
| Total Property | 2,634.0/100K |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 554.5/100K |
| Theft | 1,894.6/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 184.8/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 17 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 66.9°F |
| 24% above US avg | |
| January Average | 49°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 56.7 inches |
| 49% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.1 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 243 ft (74 m) |
| Area | 6.2 sq mi (16.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 393/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.1853°N, 85.2362°W |
| County FIPS | 01069 |
Winner: Republican by 47.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 15.5% |
| 54% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 83.4% |
| School Test Score | 4.40 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 393/sq mi |
| Total Area | 6.2 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 340 |
| Restaurants | 295 |
| Retail Stores | 543 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 17 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 27.9 min |
| Work from Home | 2.4% |