Alabama
Brent is a small town in Alabama with a population of 2,862. Residents earn $24,041 per year, which is 68% below the national average.
Based on current data, Brent receives an overall livability score of 2.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Brent has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Brent is $24,041, 68% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. The poverty rate of 47.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
The median home value in Brent is $143,300, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $484 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Violent crime in Brent is below the national average at 267 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,661 per 100,000, near the national average.
11.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Brent enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 99.7% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.3% |
| 98% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $24,041 |
| 68% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $19,361 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $809 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $38,142 |
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 47.7% |
| 285% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 184 |
| County GDP | $260M |
| Restaurants | 12 |
| Healthcare | 9 |
| Retail | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,038 |
| 70% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.72% |
| Commute Time | 27.3 min |
| Work from Home | 7.5% |
| Census Median | $143,300 |
| 49% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $181,110 |
| Census Median Rent | $484 |
| 58% below US avg |
| Studio | $716 |
| 1 Bedroom | $772 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $936 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,206 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,381 |
| Owner-Occupied | 56.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,038 |
| 70% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 0.72% |
| Obesity | 48.8% |
| 52% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 18.0% |
| Heart Disease | 8.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 48.2% |
| Asthma | 11.4% |
| COPD | 11.3% |
| Stroke | 5.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 13.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 38.9% |
| Depression | 24.6% |
| Mental Distress | 21.5% |
| Physical Distress | 18.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 96.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.6% |
| Premature Death | 17,917/100K |
| Food Environment | 3.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 55.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 9 |
| Total Violent | 266.5/100K |
| 30% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 41.0/100K |
| Robbery | 20.5/100K |
| Assault | 205.0/100K |
| Total Property | 1,660.5/100K |
| 15% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 143.5/100K |
| Theft | 1,353.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 164.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 61.9°F |
| 15% above US avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 57.0 inches |
| 50% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.7 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 288 ft (88 m) |
| Area | 8.8 sq mi (22.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 325/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.9449°N, 87.1721°W |
| County FIPS | 01105 |
Winner: Democrat by 42.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 11.8% |
| 65% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 75.1% |
| School Test Score | 4.40 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 325/sq mi |
| Total Area | 8.8 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 9 |
| Restaurants | 12 |
| Retail Stores | 24 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 27.3 min |
| Work from Home | 7.5% |