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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 97.9% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 2.1% |
| 84% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $33,104 |
| 56% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $16,618 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $988 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $54,784 |
| Unemployment | 3.9% |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 26.7% |
| 115% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 934 |
| County GDP | $1,686M |
| Restaurants | 76 |
| Healthcare | 67 |
| Retail | 159 |
| Manufacturing | 41 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,823 |
| 48% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.41% |
| Commute Time | 23.4 min |
| Work from Home | 0.5% |
| Census Median | $128,900 |
| 54% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $151,543 |
| Median List Price | $159,000 |
| Median List Price | $159,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $135 |
| Homes Sold | 3 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.4% |
| Price Drops | 5.0% |
| Inventory | 20 |
| Census Median Rent | $703 |
| 40% below US avg |
| Studio | $716 |
| 1 Bedroom | $772 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $936 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,206 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,381 |
| Owner-Occupied | 51.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,823 |
| 48% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.41% |
| Obesity | 47.2% |
| 47% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 18.2% |
| Heart Disease | 8.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 48.5% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 10.2% |
| Stroke | 5.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 13.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 37.4% |
| Depression | 22.3% |
| Mental Distress | 20.9% |
| Physical Distress | 17.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 82.5% |
| Checkup Rate | 79.4% |
| Premature Death | 15,045/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 38.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 67 |
| Total Violent | 733.2/100K |
| 93% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 39.6/100K |
| Robbery | 79.3/100K |
| Assault | 614.3/100K |
| Total Property | 2,774.2/100K |
| 42% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 723.3/100K |
| Theft | 1,932.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 118.9/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 67.4°F |
| 25% above US avg | |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 63.6 inches |
| 67% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.1 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 216 ft (66 m) |
| Area | 21.9 sq mi (56.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 384/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.1241°N, 87.4578°W |
| County FIPS | 01053 |
Winner: Republican by 46.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 6.1% |
| 82% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 75.4% |
| School Test Score | 4.40 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 384/sq mi |
| Total Area | 21.9 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 4 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 4 |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 67 |
| Restaurants | 76 |
| Retail Stores | 159 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 23.4 min |
| Work from Home | 0.5% |