Bristow Cove, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Bristow Cove is a small town in Alabama with a population of 150.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
150 Population 14/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $15,405 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.2%
38% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.7%
99% higher than US avg

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

People

Population150
Median Age36.0 yrs
Density14/mi²
Male / Female61% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$15,405
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty24.7%
County GDP$4,026M
Commute75 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity44.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.1%
Heart Disease7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain56.8 in/yr
Elevation1,022 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+66.1%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute75 min
Broadband77.0%
Libraries11

Is Bristow Cove a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bristow Cove receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times, high obesity rates. Bristow Cove offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 24.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 75 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 66.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Bristow Cove enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Bristow Cove has a population of 150 with a density of 14 people per square mile. The median age is 36.0 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

150
Total Population
14
People / sq mi
36.0yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
10.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.3%
Female 38.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Bristow Cove vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bristow Cove vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bristow Cove is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 24.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 75 minutes.

Income: Bristow Cove vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$15,405
Avg Weekly Wage$895
IRS Avg AGI$59,134

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate24.7%
99% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,439
County GDP$4,026M

Business (County)

Restaurants204
Healthcare294
Retail368
Manufacturing91

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,980
43% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time75.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,980
43% below US avg
In Bristow Cove, 44.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.1% report depression. 35.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Bristow Cove vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.2%
38% above US avg
Diabetes14.2%
Heart Disease7.7%
High Blood Pressure41.5%
Asthma10.4%
COPD10.2%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.1%
Physical Inactivity35.0%
Depression28.1%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress17.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.7%
Checkup Rate75.9%
Premature Death14,706/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access54.7%
Healthcare Facilities294

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21

Safety Score

Bristow Cove has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.9°F
15% above US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.8 inches
49% above US avg
Snowfall0.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,022 ft (312 m)
Area10.8 sq mi (28.1 km²)
Population Density14/sq mi
Coordinates34.1092°N, 86.2410°W
County FIPS01055
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.7-point margin. 77.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.5%
D 21.8%

Winner: Republican by 55.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+66.1%
School Test Score4.40
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density14/sq mi
Total Area10.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.0%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities294
Restaurants204
Retail Stores368

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute75.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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