Baileyton, AL

Alabama

Baileyton is a small town in Alabama with a population of 976. Residents earn $61,110 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
976 Population 186/sq mi density
$61,110 Median Income $29,531 per capita
$108,900 Home Value $219,297 Zillow
$869 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$61,110 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$108,900 home value, $869/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,110
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $108,900
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.6%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent $869
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.4%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.9%
101% higher than US avg

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

People

Population976
Median Age33.8 yrs
Density186/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B
Median Income$61,110
Per Capita$29,531
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty24.9%
County GDP$5,278M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$108,900
Rent$869
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$219,297

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.1%
Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain58.7 in/yr
Elevation975 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.6%
High School+86.9%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 14%
Commute35 min
Libraries6

Is Baileyton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Baileyton receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Baileyton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Baileyton is $61,110, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. The poverty rate of 24.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Baileyton is $108,900, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $869 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Baileyton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Baileyton has a population of 976 with a density of 186 people per square mile. The median age is 33.8 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.2%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

976
Total Population
186
People / sq mi
33.8yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
5.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.4%
Female 55.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Baileyton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Baileyton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Baileyton is $61,110, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 24.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Baileyton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,110
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,531
Avg Weekly Wage$927
IRS Avg AGI$63,765

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate24.9%
101% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,582
County GDP$5,278M

Business (County)

Restaurants208
Healthcare196
Retail424
Manufacturing112

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,624
25% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.2 min
Work from Home5.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Baileyton is $108,900, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $869 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $219,297.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$108,900
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$219,297

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$869
25% 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-Occupied87.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,624
25% below US avg
Effective Rate2.41%
In Baileyton, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.1% report depression. 28.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.4%
20% above US avg
Diabetes12.4%
Heart Disease7.3%
High Blood Pressure39.7%
Asthma10.5%
COPD9.5%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity28.6%
Depression28.1%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress15.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.8%
Checkup Rate76.7%
Premature Death12,809/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access52.4%
Healthcare Facilities196

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Baileyton has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average59.9°F
11% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall58.7 inches
54% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation975 ft (297 m)
Area5.3 sq mi (13.6 km²)
Population Density186/sq mi
Coordinates34.2609°N, 86.6088°W
County FIPS01095
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 14.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 71.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.5%
D 13.8%

Winner: Republican by 71.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.6%
57% below US avg
High School+86.9%
School Test Score4.40
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density186/sq mi
Total Area5.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities196
Restaurants208
Retail Stores424

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.2 min
Work from Home5.3%

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