Atmore, AL

Alabama

Atmore is a small city in Alabama with a population of 8,389. Residents earn $33,104 per year, which is 56% below the national average.

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
8,389 Population 384/sq mi density
$33,104 Median Income $16,618 per capita
$128,900 Home Value $151,543 Zillow
$703 Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
733 Violent Crime/100K 2,774 property/100K
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$33,104 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$128,900 home value, $703/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
733 violent crimes/100K (93% above avg)
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $33,104
56% lower than US avg
Home Value $128,900
54% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 733/100K
93% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.1%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $703
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 47.2%
47% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.7%
115% higher than US avg

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

People

Population8,389
Median Age43.2 yrs
Density384/mi²
Male / Female63% / 37%
Largest GroupWhite 41%

Economy

C
Median Income$33,104
Per Capita$16,618
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty26.7%
County GDP$1,686M
Commute23 min

Housing

A
Home Value$128,900
Rent$703
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$151,543

Crime

F
Violent733/100K
Property2,774/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault614/100K
Burglary723/100K

Health

Obesity47.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.3%
Heart Disease8.1%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain63.6 in/yr
Elevation216 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.1%
High School+75.4%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 27%
Commute23 min
EV Stations4
Libraries4

Is Atmore a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Atmore receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Atmore has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Atmore is $33,104, 56% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 26.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Atmore is $128,900, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $703 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

With 733 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,774 per 100,000, 42% above the national average.

Education

6.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Atmore enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 63.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Atmore has a population of 8,389 with a density of 384 people per square mile. The median age is 43.2 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (54.7%), with 41.2% White, 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

8,389
Total Population
384
People / sq mi
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
21.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62.7%
Female 37.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Atmore vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.1%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Atmore vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Atmore is $33,104, which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 26.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Atmore vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$33,104
56% below US avg
Per Capita Income$16,618
Avg Weekly Wage$988
IRS Avg AGI$54,784

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate26.7%
115% above US avg
Establishments (County)934
County GDP$1,686M

Business (County)

Restaurants76
Healthcare67
Retail159
Manufacturing41

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,823
48% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.4 min
Work from Home0.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Atmore is $128,900, 54% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $703 (40% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $151,543.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$128,900
54% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$151,543
Median List Price$159,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$159,000
$/Sq Ft$135
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio99.4%
Price Drops5.0%
Inventory20

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$703
40% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied51.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,823
48% below US avg
Effective Rate1.41%
In Atmore, 47.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.3% report depression. 37.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity47.2%
47% above US avg
Diabetes18.2%
Heart Disease8.1%
High Blood Pressure48.5%
Asthma11.1%
COPD10.2%
Stroke5.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.3%
Physical Inactivity37.4%
Depression22.3%
Mental Distress20.9%
Physical Distress17.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.5%
Checkup Rate79.4%
Premature Death15,045/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access38.7%
Healthcare Facilities67
Atmore has a violent crime rate of 733 per 100,000 residents, 93% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,774 per 100,000 (42% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent733.2/100K
93% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape39.6/100K
Robbery79.3/100K
Assault614.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,774.2/100K
42% above US avg
Burglary723.3/100K
Theft1,932.0/100K
Vehicle Theft118.9/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Atmore has an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 63.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average67.4°F
25% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall63.6 inches
67% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation216 ft (66 m)
Area21.9 sq mi (56.6 km²)
Population Density384/sq mi
Coordinates31.1241°N, 87.4578°W
County FIPS01053
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 6.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.9%
D 26.6%

Winner: Republican by 46.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.1%
82% below US avg
High School+75.4%
School Test Score4.40
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density384/sq mi
Total Area21.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities67
Restaurants76
Retail Stores159

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.4 min
Work from Home0.5%

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