Carrollton, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Carrollton is a small town in Alabama with a population of 892. Residents earn $29,957 per year, which is 60% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
892 Population 433/sq mi density
$29,957 Median Income $17,629 per capita
$142,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$29,957 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$142,000 home value
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $29,957
60% lower than US avg
Home Value $142,000
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.4%
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 48.7%
52% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.8%
37% lower than US avg

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

People

Population892
Median Age31.8 yrs
Density433/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 55%

Economy

B
Median Income$29,957
Per Capita$17,629
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty7.8%
County GDP$569M
Commute37 min

Housing

A
Home Value$142,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity48.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.4%
Heart Disease7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation249 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.4%
High School+80.4%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute37 min
EV Stations1
Libraries5

Is Carrollton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Carrollton receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. Carrollton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Carrollton is $29,957, 60% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. Only 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Carrollton is $142,000, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Carrollton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Carrollton has a population of 892 with a density of 433 people per square mile. The median age is 31.8 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (54.8%), with 36% Black.

Population

892
Total Population
433
People / sq mi
31.8yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.1%
Female 54.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Carrollton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.2%
10% above US avg
Spanish13.8%
3% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Carrollton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Carrollton is $29,957, which is 60% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Carrollton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$29,957
60% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,629
Avg Weekly Wage$977
IRS Avg AGI$51,740

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.8%
37% below US avg
Establishments (County)398
County GDP$569M

Business (County)

Restaurants15
Healthcare25
Retail52
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,300
63% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.1 min
Work from Home4.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Carrollton is $142,000, 50% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$142,000
50% below US avg

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-Occupied59.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,300
63% below US avg
Effective Rate0.92%
In Carrollton, 48.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.4% report depression. 35.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity48.7%
52% above US avg
Diabetes15.8%
Heart Disease7.4%
High Blood Pressure44.6%
Asthma10.8%
COPD9.6%
Stroke4.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.2%
Physical Inactivity35.9%
Depression23.4%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress16.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.2%
Checkup Rate78.3%
Premature Death13,197/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access16.0%
Healthcare Facilities25

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Carrollton has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.3°F
17% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation249 ft (76 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.3 km²)
Population Density433/sq mi
Coordinates33.2619°N, 88.0951°W
County FIPS01107
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.4%
D 38.1%

Winner: Republican by 23.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.4%
54% below US avg
High School+80.4%
School Test Score4.40
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density433/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants15
Retail Stores52

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.1 min
Work from Home4.7%

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