Brantleyville, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Brantleyville is a small town in Alabama with a population of 720. Residents earn $41,000 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
720 Population 327/sq mi density
$41,000 Median Income $22,643 per capita
$42,900 Home Value
$1,057 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$41,000 median income, 8.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$42,900 home value, $1,057/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,000
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $42,900
85% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.0%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,057
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.1%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.8%
144% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.3%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population720
Median Age39.4 yrs
Density327/mi²
Male / Female34% / 66%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans0.7%

Economy

C+
Median Income$41,000
Per Capita$22,643
Unemployment8.8%
Poverty4.3%
County GDP$17,333M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$42,900
Rent$1,057
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain55.6 in/yr
Elevation537 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.0%
High School+88.1%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute28 min
Broadband73.6%
Libraries14

Is Brantleyville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Brantleyville receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Brantleyville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Brantleyville is $41,000, 45% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.8%, unemployment is notably high. Only 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Brantleyville is $42,900, 85% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,057 per month. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Brantleyville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Brantleyville has a population of 720 with a density of 327 people per square mile. The median age is 39.4 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.8%), with 2.6% Black.

Population

720
Total Population
327
People / sq mi
39.4yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 33.8%
Female 66.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Brantleyville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.5%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.5%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Brantleyville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brantleyville is $41,000, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Brantleyville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,000
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,643
Avg Weekly Wage$1,284
IRS Avg AGI$102,306

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.8%
144% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.3%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,251
County GDP$17,333M

Business (County)

Restaurants436
Healthcare535
Retail708
Manufacturing159

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,123
11% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.28%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.3 min
Drive Alone73.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Brantleyville is $42,900, 85% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,057 (9% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$42,900
85% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,057
9% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,123
11% below US avg
Effective Rate7.28%
In Brantleyville, 35.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.8% report depression. 26.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.1%
9% above US avg
Diabetes11.8%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure38.7%
Asthma9.7%
COPD6.8%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity26.3%
Depression23.8%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress13.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.7%
Checkup Rate76.5%
Premature Death6,795/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access74.0%
Healthcare Facilities535

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Safety Score

Brantleyville has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.0°F
19% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.6 inches
46% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation537 ft (164 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.7 km²)
Population Density327/sq mi
Coordinates33.2193°N, 86.8825°W
County FIPS01117
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 16.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.9-point margin. 73.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.9%
D 29%

Winner: Republican by 40.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.0%
53% below US avg
High School+88.1%
School Test Score4.40
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density327/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.6%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities535
Restaurants436
Retail Stores708

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.3 min
Drive Alone73.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.1%

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