Alabama
Brewton is a small city in Alabama with a population of 5,232. Residents earn $48,766 per year, which is 35% below the national average.
Based on current data, Brewton receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Brewton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Brewton is $48,766, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. 12.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Brewton is $144,400, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $638 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 680 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,389 per 100,000, 124% above the national average.
25.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Brewton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 72.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 97.7% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 2.3% |
| 83% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $48,766 |
| 35% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $30,736 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $988 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $54,784 |
| Unemployment | 2.1% |
| 42% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 12.0% |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 934 |
| County GDP | $1,686M |
| Restaurants | 76 |
| Healthcare | 67 |
| Retail | 159 |
| Manufacturing | 41 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,823 |
| 48% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.26% |
| Commute Time | 19.1 min |
| Work from Home | 1.8% |
| Census Median | $144,400 |
| 49% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $145,392 |
| Median List Price | $299,900 |
| Median List Price | $299,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $117 |
| Homes Sold | 3 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 88.3% |
| Price Drops | 5.0% |
| Inventory | 20 |
| Census Median Rent | $638 |
| 45% below US avg |
| Studio | $716 |
| 1 Bedroom | $772 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $936 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,206 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,381 |
| Owner-Occupied | 67.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,823 |
| 48% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.26% |
| Obesity | 41.1% |
| 28% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.4% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 41.3% |
| Asthma | 10.7% |
| COPD | 7.1% |
| Stroke | 3.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.6% |
| Depression | 22.9% |
| Mental Distress | 18.8% |
| Physical Distress | 14.0% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 79.4% |
| Premature Death | 15,045/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 38.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 67 |
| Total Violent | 679.5/100K |
| 79% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 36.7/100K |
| Robbery | 91.8/100K |
| Assault | 551.0/100K |
| Total Property | 4,389.4/100K |
| 124% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 826.5/100K |
| Theft | 3,305.8/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 257.1/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 65.3°F |
| 21% above US avg | |
| January Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 72.2 inches |
| 90% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 77 ft (23 m) |
| Area | 11.3 sq mi (29.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 463/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.1092°N, 87.0766°W |
| County FIPS | 01053 |
Winner: Republican by 46.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 25.4% |
| 25% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 85.2% |
| School Test Score | 4.40 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 463/sq mi |
| Total Area | 11.3 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 67 |
| Restaurants | 76 |
| Retail Stores | 159 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 19.1 min |
| Work from Home | 1.8% |