Bakerhill, AL

Alabama

Bakerhill is a small town in Alabama with a population of 280. Residents earn $54,327 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
280 Population 102/sq mi density
$54,327 Median Income $27,096 per capita
$97,100 Home Value
$603 Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$54,327 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$97,100 home value, $603/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,327
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $97,100
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.4%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent $603
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.4%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population280
Median Age31.3 yrs
Density102/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

A
Median Income$54,327
Per Capita$27,096
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$986M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$97,100
Rent$603
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain55.6 in/yr
Elevation510 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.4%
High School+85.0%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute26 min
Broadband94.0%
Libraries4

Is Bakerhill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bakerhill receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Bakerhill offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bakerhill is $54,327, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bakerhill is $97,100, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $603 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

14.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Bakerhill enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Bakerhill has a population of 280 with a density of 102 people per square mile. The median age is 31.3 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.4%), with 9.3% Black.

Population

280
Total Population
102
People / sq mi
31.3yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
2.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.7%
Female 44.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Bakerhill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.8%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.2%
54% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bakerhill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bakerhill is $54,327, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Bakerhill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,327
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,096
Avg Weekly Wage$877
IRS Avg AGI$50,192

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)595
County GDP$986M

Business (County)

Restaurants48
Healthcare35
Retail84
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,811
48% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.3 min
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Bakerhill is $97,100, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $603 (48% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$97,100
66% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$603
48% 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-Occupied58.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,811
48% below US avg
Effective Rate1.87%
In Bakerhill, 41.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.4% report depression. 27.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.4%
29% above US avg
Diabetes12.8%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure39.2%
Asthma10.4%
COPD7.4%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity27.8%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress14.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.8%
Checkup Rate77.8%
Premature Death12,739/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access54.9%
Healthcare Facilities35

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Bakerhill has an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average65.3°F
21% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.6 inches
46% above US avg
Snowfall0.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation510 ft (155 m)
Area2.8 sq mi (7.1 km²)
Population Density102/sq mi
Coordinates31.7769°N, 85.2954°W
County FIPS01005
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 14.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 14.7-point margin. 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57%
D 42.3%

Winner: Republican by 14.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.4%
57% below US avg
High School+85.0%
School Test Score4.40
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density102/sq mi
Total Area2.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities35
Restaurants48
Retail Stores84

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.3 min
Work from Home4.3%

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