Chatom, AL
Full City Profile · Alabama · Washington County County
Chatom, AL
At a Glance
How Chatom Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Chatom's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Chatom a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Chatom residents earn a median household income of $39,444 , which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,051. The unemployment rate stands at 4.0% (11% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 18.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 318 business establishments, including 6 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Chatom is $172,700 , 39% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $169,052. Median rent is $367/month, with 14.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 88.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1977.
Safety & Crime
Chatom reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 849/100K.
Education
14.7% of adults in Chatom hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below the national average). 78.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Chatom has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 62.9 inches.