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Carolina, AL

Alabama

Carolina is a small town in Alabama with a population of 250. Residents earn $51,250 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
250 Population 225/sq mi density
$51,250 Median Income $31,488 per capita
$100,000 Home Value
$681 Median Rent 19.7% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature 313 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$51,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$100,000 home value, $681/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,250
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $100,000
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.3%
37% lower than US avg
Median Rent $681
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.1%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.7%
30% lower than US avg

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

People

Population250
Median Age38.3 yrs
Density225/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans8.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$51,250
Per Capita$31,488
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.7%
County GDP$1,662M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$100,000
Rent$681
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units156
Rent Burden19.7%

Health

Obesity33.1%
Uninsured7.7%
Smoking13.7%
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain60.3 in/yr
Sunny Days313/yr
Elevation302 ft (92 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.3%
High School+88.1%
Graduate+2.9%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 14%
Commute24 min
Broadband75.9%
Libraries3

Is Carolina a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Carolina receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Carolina offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Carolina is $51,250, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Carolina is $100,000, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $681 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.3% 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

Carolina enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 313 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 60.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Carolina has a population of 250 with a density of 225 people per square mile. The median age is 38.3 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98%).

Population

250
Total Population
225
People / sq mi
38.3yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Carolina vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Carolina vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Carolina is $51,250, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Carolina vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,250
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,488
Avg Weekly Wage$919
IRS Avg AGI$60,353

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.7%
30% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,134
County GDP$1,662M

Business (County)

Restaurants67
Healthcare98
Retail179
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,838
47% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.7 min
Drive Alone92.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Carolina is $100,000, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $681 (41% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$100,000
65% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$681
41% below US avg
Rent Burden19.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.6%
Housing Units156
Median Year Built1992

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,838
47% below US avg
Effective Rate1.84%
In Carolina, 33.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.7% of residents lack health insurance. 13.7% are current smokers. 25.7% report depression. 22.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.1%
3% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure34.1%
Asthma9.7%
COPD5.8%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.7%
2% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity22.6%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress12.0%
Short Sleep33.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.0%
Uninsured7.7%
10% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.4%
Dental Visits61.4%
Premature Death14,664/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access57.9%
Healthcare Facilities98
Carolina has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 60.3 inches. The area enjoys 313 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average64.9°F
20% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days313 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall60.3 inches
59% above US avg
Snowfall0.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation302 ft (92 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density225/sq mi
Coordinates31.2342°N, 86.5210°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS01039
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 72.4-point margin. 75.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86%
D 13.6%

Winner: Republican by 72.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.3%
37% below US avg
High School+88.1%
Graduate Degree+2.9%
School Test Score4.40
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density225/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.9%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities98
Restaurants67
Retail Stores179

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.7 min
Drive Alone92.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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