Berry, AL

Alabama

Berry is a small town in Alabama with a population of 1,063. Residents earn $48,819 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
1,063 Population 99/sq mi density
$48,819 Median Income $23,072 per capita
$103,900 Home Value $166,559 Zillow
$465 Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$48,819 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$103,900 home value, $465/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
13.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,819
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $103,900
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.1%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $465
60% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.5%
9% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,063
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density99/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

B+
Median Income$48,819
Per Capita$23,072
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty13.5%
County GDP$480M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$103,900
Rent$465
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$166,559

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.6%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain56.9 in/yr
Elevation442 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.1%
High School+73.3%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 14%
Commute34 min
Libraries1

Is Berry a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Berry 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 below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Berry offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Berry is $48,819, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. 13.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Berry is $103,900, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $465 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Berry enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Berry has a population of 1,063 with a density of 99 people per square mile. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.9%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 2.6% Black.

Population

1,063
Total Population
99
People / sq mi
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
10.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Berry vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.1%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.9%
56% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Berry vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Berry is $48,819, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Berry vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,819
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,072
Avg Weekly Wage$863
IRS Avg AGI$54,947

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above US avg
Establishments (County)370
County GDP$480M

Business (County)

Restaurants24
Healthcare39
Retail53
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,514
57% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.46%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.1 min
Work from Home0.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Berry is $103,900, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $465 (60% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $166,559.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$103,900
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$166,559

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$465
60% 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-Occupied72.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,514
57% below US avg
Effective Rate1.46%
In Berry, 39.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.6% report depression. 29.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.8%
24% above US avg
Diabetes12.4%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure39.7%
Asthma10.9%
COPD8.7%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity29.6%
Depression28.6%
Mental Distress20.8%
Physical Distress15.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.1%
Checkup Rate77.4%
Premature Death14,667/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access35.9%
Healthcare Facilities39

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Berry has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.3°F
17% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.9 inches
50% above US avg
Snowfall0.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation442 ft (135 m)
Area10.8 sq mi (27.9 km²)
Population Density99/sq mi
Coordinates33.6667°N, 87.6093°W
County FIPS01057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 13.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 72-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.7%
D 13.7%

Winner: Republican by 72 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.1%
61% below US avg
High School+73.3%
School Test Score4.40
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density99/sq mi
Total Area10.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities39
Restaurants24
Retail Stores53

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.1 min
Work from Home0.5%

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