Boligee, AL

Alabama

Boligee is a small town in Alabama with a population of 213. Residents earn $25,076 per year, which is 67% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
213 Population 54/sq mi density
$25,076 Median Income $13,029 per capita
N/A Home Value $115,299 Zillow
$379 Median Rent 30.7% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$25,076 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$379/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $25,076
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.3%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $379
67% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 53.2%
66% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 33.3%
169% higher than US avg

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

People

Population213
Median Age31.7 yrs
Density54/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 8%
Veterans14.6%

Economy

C
Median Income$25,076
Per Capita$13,029
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty33.3%
County GDP$451M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$379
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$115,299
Rent Burden30.7%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity53.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain55.0 in/yr
Elevation111 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.3%
High School+93.9%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 29% / D 70%
Commute22 min
Broadband99.0%
EV Stations2
Libraries2

Is Boligee a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Boligee receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Boligee offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Boligee is $25,076, 67% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 33.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $379 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

7.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Boligee enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Boligee has a population of 213 with a density of 54 people per square mile. The median age is 31.7 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (92.5%), with 7.5% White.

Population

213
Total Population
54
People / sq mi
31.7yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
4.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%
Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Boligee vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Boligee vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Boligee is $25,076, which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 33.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Boligee vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$25,076
67% below US avg
Per Capita Income$13,029
Avg Weekly Wage$910
IRS Avg AGI$43,209

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate33.3%
169% above US avg
Establishments (County)294
County GDP$451M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Healthcare19
Retail47
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,054
70% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.9 min
Drive Alone87.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $379 (67% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $115,299.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$115,299

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$379
67% below US avg
Rent Burden30.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied30.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,054
70% below US avg
In Boligee, 53.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.5% report depression. 40.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity53.2%
66% above US avg
Diabetes20.3%
Heart Disease7.3%
High Blood Pressure51.2%
Asthma13.0%
COPD9.5%
Stroke5.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking10.2%
Physical Inactivity40.5%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress21.7%
Physical Distress17.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.3%
Checkup Rate83.0%
Premature Death15,670/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access30.9%
Healthcare Facilities19

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Boligee has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.6°F
18% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.0 inches
45% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation111 ft (34 m)
Area4.0 sq mi (10.2 km²)
Population Density54/sq mi
Coordinates32.7681°N, 88.0286°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS01119
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 7.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 41.2-point margin. 99.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 29.1%
D 70.3%

Winner: Democrat by 41.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.3%
78% below US avg
High School+93.9%
School Test Score4.40
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density54/sq mi
Total Area4.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.0%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants21
Retail Stores47

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.9 min
Drive Alone87.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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