Bon Air, AL

Alabama

Bon Air is a small town in Alabama with a population of 116. Residents earn $36,607 per year, which is 51% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
116 Population 87/sq mi density
$36,607 Median Income $17,509 per capita
$79,000 Home Value
$929 Median Rent 42.5% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$36,607 median income, 4.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$79,000 home value, $929/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,607
51% lower than US avg
Home Value $79,000
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.9%
91% lower than US avg
Median Rent $929
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 47.7%
49% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.3%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population116
Median Age32.3 yrs
Density87/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 73%
Veterans74.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$36,607
Per Capita$17,509
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty4.3%
County GDP$4,496M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$79,000
Rent$929
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden42.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity47.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.7%
Heart Disease7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain56.0 in/yr
Elevation442 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.9%
High School+76.5%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 33%
Commute37 min
Broadband45.0%
Libraries5

Is Bon Air a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bon Air receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. Bon Air offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bon Air is $36,607, 51% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bon Air is $79,000, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $929 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Bon Air enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Bon Air has a population of 116 with a density of 87 people per square mile. The median age is 32.3 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.3%), with 5.2% Hispanic, 13.8% Black.

Population

116
Total Population
87
People / sq mi
32.3yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%
Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Bon Air vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.6%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.4%
45% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bon Air vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bon Air is $36,607, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Bon Air vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,607
51% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,509
Avg Weekly Wage$1,121
IRS Avg AGI$54,961

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.3%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,578
County GDP$4,496M

Business (County)

Restaurants125
Healthcare138
Retail254
Manufacturing91

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,668
52% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.1 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bon Air is $79,000, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $929 (20% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$79,000
72% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$929
20% below US avg
Rent Burden42.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,668
52% below US avg
Effective Rate2.11%
In Bon Air, 47.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.7% report depression. 34.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Bon Air vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity47.7%
49% above US avg
Diabetes15.9%
Heart Disease7.7%
High Blood Pressure44.3%
Asthma11.3%
COPD9.4%
Stroke4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.6%
Physical Inactivity34.2%
Depression26.7%
Mental Distress20.9%
Physical Distress16.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.4%
Checkup Rate80.0%
Premature Death15,316/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access54.6%
Healthcare Facilities138

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Bon Air has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.5°F
19% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.0 inches
47% above US avg
Snowfall1.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation442 ft (135 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density87/sq mi
Coordinates33.2594°N, 86.3271°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS01121
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 2.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (91% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.8-point margin. 45.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.6%
D 32.9%

Winner: Republican by 33.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.9%
91% below US avg
High School+76.5%
School Test Score4.40
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density87/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access45.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities138
Restaurants125
Retail Stores254

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.1 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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