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Blue Springs, AL

Alabama

Blue Springs is a small town in Alabama with a population of 95. Residents earn $50,625 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
95 Population 33/sq mi density
$50,625 Median Income $33,371 per capita
$72,100 Home Value
65°F Avg Temperature 306 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$50,625 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$72,100 home value
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,625
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $72,100
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.9%
56% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.5%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.8%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population95
Median Age61.3 yrs
Density33/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 79%
Veterans87.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$50,625
Per Capita$33,371
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty2.8%
County GDP$986M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$72,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units51
Rent Burden25.9%

Health

Obesity43.5%
Uninsured16.1%
Smoking24.6%
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease8.3%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (19°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain52.8 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation294 ft (90 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.9%
High School+94.3%
Graduate+1.1%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute21 min
Broadband45.0%
Libraries4

Is Blue Springs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Blue Springs receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Blue Springs offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Blue Springs is $50,625, 33% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Blue Springs is $72,100, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Blue Springs 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. With 306 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 52.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Blue Springs has a population of 95 with a density of 33 people per square mile. The median age is 61.3 years, 58% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.9%), with 2.1% Hispanic, 17.9% Black.

Population

95
Total Population
33
People / sq mi
61.3yrs
Median Age
58% above US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.1%
Female 57.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Blue Springs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.5%
10% above US avg
Spanish13.5%
1% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Blue Springs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Blue Springs is $50,625, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Blue Springs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,625
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,371
Avg Weekly Wage$877
IRS Avg AGI$50,192

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.8%
77% 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 Rate2.51%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.4 min
Drive Alone88.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Blue Springs is $72,100, 74% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$72,100
74% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden25.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.6%
Housing Units51
Median Year Built1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,811
48% below US avg
Effective Rate2.51%
In Blue Springs, 43.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 16.1% of residents lack health insurance. 24.6% are current smokers. 26.4% report depression. 36.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Blue Springs vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.5%
36% above US avg
Diabetes15.4%
Heart Disease8.3%
High Blood Pressure42.5%
Asthma10.6%
COPD11.6%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke4.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking24.6%
76% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.1%
Physical Inactivity36.1%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress21.4%
Physical Distress18.1%
Short Sleep41.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.2%
Uninsured16.1%
87% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.4%
Dental Visits43.2%
Premature Death12,739/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access54.9%
Healthcare Facilities35
Blue Springs 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 52.8 inches. The area enjoys 306 sunny days per year. 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)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.8 inches
39% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation294 ft (90 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.5 km²)
Population Density33/sq mi
Coordinates31.6635°N, 85.5035°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS01005
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 14.7-point margin. 45.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57%
D 42.3%

Winner: Republican by 14.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.9%
56% below US avg
High School+94.3%
Graduate Degree+1.1%
School Test Score4.40
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density33/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access45.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities35
Restaurants48
Retail Stores84

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.4 min
Drive Alone88.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.9%

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