Cardiff, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Cardiff is a small town in Alabama with a population of 42.

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
42 Population 200/sq mi density
64°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 5.7%
83% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.3%
15% higher than US avg

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

People

Population42
Median Age39.5 yrs
Density200/mi²
Male / Female64% / 36%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans37.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$31,964
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty14.3%
County GDP$65,539M
Commute26 min

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain56.6 in/yr
Elevation373 ft (114 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.7%
High School+82.9%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 44% / D 55%
Commute26 min
Broadband18.0%
Libraries40

Is Cardiff a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cardiff receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment. Cardiff faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 14.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Education

5.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Cardiff 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 56.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Cardiff has a population of 42 with a density of 200 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 (100%).

Population

42
Total Population
200
People / sq mi
39.5yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 64.3%
Female 35.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Cardiff vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Cardiff vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cardiff is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Cardiff vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$31,964
Avg Weekly Wage$1,376
IRS Avg AGI$92,287

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.3%
15% above US avg
Establishments (County)22,923
County GDP$65,539M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,550
Healthcare1,895
Retail2,539
Manufacturing504

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,063
45% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.0 min
Drive Alone88.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Cardiff 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 56.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.9°F
18% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.6 inches
49% above US avg
Snowfall1.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation373 ft (114 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density200/sq mi
Coordinates33.6473°N, 86.9306°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS01073
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 5.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 10.4-point margin. 18.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44.2%
D 54.6%

Winner: Democrat by 10.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.7%
83% below US avg
High School+82.9%
School Test Score4.40
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density200/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access18.0%
Public Libraries40
Healthcare Facilities1,895
Restaurants1,550
Retail Stores2,539

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)94
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.0 min
Drive Alone88.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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