Median Income
$35,500
53% lower than US avg
Home Value
$127,200
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
28.1%
17% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$369
68% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
42.2%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
21.9%
77% higher than US avg
How Brantley Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population915
Median Age39.5 yrs
Density294/mi²
Male / Female43% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 58%
Economy
C+
Median Income$35,500
Per Capita$20,500
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty21.9%
County GDP$606M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$127,200
Rent$369
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$142,657
Health
Obesity42.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease6.2%
Climate
Avg Temp62°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation293 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+28.1%
High School+89.1%
School Score4.40
Community
2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute26 min
Libraries2
Is Brantley a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Brantley receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Brantley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Brantley is $35,500, 53% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. The poverty rate of 21.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Brantley is $127,200, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $369 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
28.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Brantley enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Brantley has a population of 915 with a density of 294 people per square mile. The median age is 39.5 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (58.1%), with 30.7% Black.
Population
39.5yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.2% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.8% |
| 72% below US avg |
The median household income in Brantley is $35,500, which is 53% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 21.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $35,500 |
| 53% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $20,500 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $928 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $52,628 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.4% |
| 89% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 21.9% |
| 77% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 300 |
| County GDP | $606M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 16 |
| Healthcare | 15 |
| Retail | 36 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,500 |
| 57% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.18% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.2 min |
| Work from Home | 2.4% |
The median home value in Brantley is $127,200, 55% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $369 (68% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $142,657.
Home Values
| Census Median | $127,200 |
| 55% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $142,657 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $369 |
| 68% 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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,500 |
| 57% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.18% |
In Brantley, 42.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.6% report depression. 31.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Brantley vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.2% |
| 31% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 14.4% |
| Heart Disease | 6.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 42.4% |
| Asthma | 11.4% |
| COPD | 8.0% |
| Stroke | 4.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 13.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.7% |
| Depression | 24.6% |
| Mental Distress | 19.9% |
| Physical Distress | 14.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 90.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 80.0% |
| Premature Death | 13,952/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 14.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 15 |
Crime Rates: Brantley vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Brantley has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
45°F Jan (7°C)
78°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 62.2°F |
| 15% above US avg |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 293 ft (89 m) |
| Area | 3.1 sq mi (8.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 294/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.5820°N, 86.2568°W |
| County FIPS | 01041 |