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Avon, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Avon is a small town in Alabama with a population of 388. Residents earn $52,500 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
388 Population 164/sq mi density
$52,500 Median Income $37,848 per capita
$157,400 Home Value $193,320 Zillow
$705 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
67°F Avg Temperature 306 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$52,500 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$157,400 home value, $705/mo rent
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,500
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $157,400
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.5%
27% lower than US avg
Median Rent $705
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.0%
13% higher than US avg

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

People

Population388
Median Age41.9 yrs
Density164/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans9.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$52,500
Per Capita$37,848
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty14.0%
County GDP$8,043M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$157,400
Rent$705
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$193,320
Housing Units218
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity38.1%
Uninsured10.2%
Smoking17.2%
Depression28.5%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain56.7 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation270 ft (82 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.5%
High School+86.2%
Graduate+3.4%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute16 min
Broadband90.5%
Libraries4

Is Avon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Avon receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Avon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Avon is $52,500, 30% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. 14.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Avon is $157,400, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $705 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

24.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Avon 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. With 306 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 56.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Avon has a population of 388 with a density of 164 people per square mile. The median age is 41.9 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.2%), with 2.3% Black.

Population

388
Total Population
164
People / sq mi
41.9yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.9%
Female 45.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Avon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Avon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Avon is $52,500, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Avon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,500
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,848
Avg Weekly Wage$1,029
IRS Avg AGI$70,998

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.0%
13% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,720
County GDP$8,043M

Business (County)

Restaurants295
Healthcare340
Retail543
Manufacturing105

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,317
34% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.1 min
Drive Alone91.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Avon is $157,400, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $705 (39% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $193,320.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$157,400
44% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$193,320

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$705
39% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.2%
Housing Units218
Median Year Built1981

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,317
34% below US avg
Effective Rate1.47%
In Avon, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.2% of residents lack health insurance. 17.2% are current smokers. 28.5% report depression. 26.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.1%
19% above US avg
Diabetes11.7%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure36.9%
Asthma10.3%
COPD8.0%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.2%
23% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity26.3%
Depression28.5%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress14.3%
Short Sleep37.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.6%
Uninsured10.2%
19% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.4%
Dental Visits53.6%
Premature Death11,251/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access72.2%
Healthcare Facilities340
Avon has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.7 inches. The area enjoys 306 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

49°F Jan (10°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average66.9°F
24% above US avg
January Average49°F (10°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.7 inches
49% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation270 ft (82 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.1 km²)
Population Density164/sq mi
Coordinates31.1797°N, 85.2792°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS01069
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 24.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (27% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.8-point margin. 90.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.5%
D 25.7%

Winner: Republican by 47.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.5%
27% below US avg
High School+86.2%
Graduate Degree+3.4%
School Test Score4.40
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density164/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.5%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities340
Restaurants295
Retail Stores543

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.1 min
Drive Alone91.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.2%

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