Alabama
Bear Creek is a small town in Alabama with a population of 1,317. Residents earn $36,250 per year, which is 52% below the national average.
Based on current data, Bear Creek receives an overall livability score of 2.6 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. Bear Creek has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Bear Creek is $36,250, 52% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 17.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
The median home value in Bear Creek is $95,300, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $640 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 1,051 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 2,388 per 100,000, 22% above the national average.
9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 70.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Bear Creek enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 66.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 92.3% |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 7.7% |
| 43% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $36,250 |
| 52% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $18,288 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $927 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,625 |
| Unemployment | 4.8% |
| 33% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 17.6% |
| 42% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 712 |
| County GDP | $1,328M |
| Restaurants | 56 |
| Healthcare | 81 |
| Retail | 120 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,585 |
| 55% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.66% |
| Commute Time | 20.2 min |
| Work from Home | 5.1% |
| Census Median | $95,300 |
| 66% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $640 |
| 45% below US avg |
| Studio | $716 |
| 1 Bedroom | $772 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $936 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,206 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,381 |
| Owner-Occupied | 81.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,585 |
| 55% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.66% |
| Obesity | 45.1% |
| 40% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 14.2% |
| Heart Disease | 8.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 41.8% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 11.7% |
| Stroke | 4.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 35.9% |
| Depression | 29.4% |
| Mental Distress | 22.4% |
| Physical Distress | 18.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 81.9% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.8% |
| Premature Death | 12,544/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 31.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 81 |
| Total Violent | 1,050.6/100K |
| 176% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 286.5/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 764.1/100K |
| Total Property | 2,387.8/100K |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 764.1/100K |
| Theft | 1,623.7/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 61.6°F |
| 14% above US avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 66.1 inches |
| 74% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.9 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 830 ft (253 m) |
| Area | 13.6 sq mi (35.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 97/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.2555°N, 87.7134°W |
| County FIPS | 01093 |
Winner: Republican by 81.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 9.5% |
| 72% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 70.4% |
| School Test Score | 4.40 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 97/sq mi |
| Total Area | 13.6 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 81 |
| Restaurants | 56 |
| Retail Stores | 120 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 20.2 min |
| Work from Home | 5.1% |