Axis, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Axis is a small town in Alabama with a population of 243. Residents earn $86,111 per year, which is 15% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
243 Population 69/sq mi density
$86,111 Median Income $42,437 per capita
$183,800 Home Value $200,156 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
69°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$86,111 median income, 6.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$183,800 home value
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $86,111
15% higher than US avg
Home Value $183,800
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.1%
64% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.0%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.3%
75% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population243
Median Age59.2 yrs
Density69/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

A
Median Income$86,111
Per Capita$42,437
Unemployment6.3%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$30,123M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$183,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$200,156

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain60.5 in/yr
Elevation23 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.1%
High School+74.8%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 41%
Commute20 min
Libraries17

Is Axis a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Axis receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Axis offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Axis is $86,111, 15% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 6.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Axis is $183,800, 35% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Axis enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 60.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Axis has a population of 243 with a density of 69 people per square mile. The median age is 59.2 years, 52% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.9%), with 5.3% Black.

Population

243
Total Population
69
People / sq mi
59.2yrs
Median Age
52% above US avg
3.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56%
Female 44%

Race & Ethnicity

Axis vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Axis vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Axis is $86,111, which is 15% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Axis vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$86,111
15% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,437
Avg Weekly Wage$1,187
IRS Avg AGI$66,419

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.3%
75% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)12,216
County GDP$30,123M

Business (County)

Restaurants776
Healthcare843
Retail1,491
Manufacturing294

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,789
20% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.3 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Axis is $183,800, 35% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $200,156.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$183,800
35% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$200,156

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,789
20% below US avg
Effective Rate1.52%
In Axis, 38.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.5% report depression. 28.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.0%
18% above US avg
Diabetes13.2%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure38.8%
Asthma9.7%
COPD6.7%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity28.7%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress13.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.3%
Checkup Rate77.2%
Premature Death12,656/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access62.9%
Healthcare Facilities843

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)67

Safety Score

Axis has an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 60.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average69.1°F
28% above US avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall60.5 inches
59% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Area3.5 sq mi (9.1 km²)
Population Density69/sq mi
Coordinates30.9222°N, 88.0226°W
County FIPS01097
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.7%
D 41.3%

Winner: Republican by 16.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.1%
64% below US avg
High School+74.8%
School Test Score4.40
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density69/sq mi
Total Area3.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities843
Restaurants776
Retail Stores1,491

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)67

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.3 min
Work from Home0.0%

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