Ashland, AL
Full City Profile · Alabama · Clay County County
Ashland, AL
At a Glance
How Ashland Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Ashland's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Ashland a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Ashland residents earn a median household income of $41,875 , which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,891. The unemployment rate stands at 0.4% (89% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 19.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 254 business establishments, including 15 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Ashland is $173,900 , 38% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $182,525. Median rent is $352/month, with 29.2% 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 1977.
Safety & Crime
Ashland reports 830 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 118% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,386/100K.
Education
18.8% of adults in Ashland hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below the national average). 79.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Ashland has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 59.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 29.