Citronelle, AL

Alabama

Citronelle is a small town in Alabama with a population of 3,918. Residents earn $48,926 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,918 Population 151/sq mi density
$48,926 Median Income $24,992 per capita
$164,800 Home Value $164,752 Zillow
$701 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
905 Violent Crime/100K 4,085 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$48,926 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$164,800 home value, $701/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
905 violent crimes/100K (138% above avg)
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,926
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $164,800
42% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 905/100K
138% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.4%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $701
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.4%
24% higher than US avg

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

People

Population3,918
Median Age43.3 yrs
Density151/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 68%

Economy

B
Median Income$48,926
Per Capita$24,992
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty15.4%
County GDP$1,301M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$164,800
Rent$701
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$164,752

Crime

F
Violent905/100K
Property4,085/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault646/100K
Burglary1,138/100K

Health

Obesity39.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI41 (Good)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.4%
High School+90.3%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 22%
Commute36 min
Libraries3

Is Citronelle a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Citronelle receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes, long commute times. Citronelle has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Citronelle is $48,926, 35% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Citronelle is $164,800, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $701 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

With 905 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,085 per 100,000, 108% above the national average.

Education

10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Citronelle enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Citronelle has a population of 3,918 with a density of 151 people per square mile. The median age is 43.3 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (68.1%), with 6.9% Hispanic, 20.2% Black.

Population

3,918
Total Population
151
People / sq mi
43.3yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
25.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Citronelle vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Citronelle vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Citronelle is $48,926, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Citronelle vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,926
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,992
Avg Weekly Wage$1,670
IRS Avg AGI$60,279

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.4%
24% above US avg
Establishments (County)318
County GDP$1,301M

Business (County)

Restaurants6
Healthcare16
Retail35
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,305
63% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.79%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.9 min
Work from Home1.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Citronelle is $164,800, 42% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $701 (40% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $164,752.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$164,800
42% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$164,752
Median List Price$249,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$249,900
$/Sq Ft$110
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio106.9%
Price Drops6.3%
Inventory16

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$701
40% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,305
63% below US avg
Effective Rate0.79%
In Citronelle, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.1% report depression. 31.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.5%
23% above US avg
Diabetes14.1%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure39.4%
Asthma10.2%
COPD8.3%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.4%
Physical Inactivity31.9%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress14.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.7%
Checkup Rate76.5%
Premature Death12,864/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access10.4%
Healthcare Facilities16
Citronelle has a violent crime rate of 905 per 100,000 residents, 138% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,085 per 100,000 (108% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent904.9/100K
138% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape103.4/100K
Robbery155.1/100K
Assault646.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property4,084.8/100K
108% above US avg
Burglary1,137.5/100K
Theft2,766.3/100K
Vehicle Theft181.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Citronelle has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average64.4°F
19% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area25.9 sq mi (67.1 km²)
Population Density151/sq mi
Coordinates31.0973°N, 88.2498°W
County FIPS01129
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.5%
D 22.1%

Winner: Republican by 55.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.4%
69% below US avg
High School+90.3%
School Test Score4.40
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density151/sq mi
Total Area25.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants6
Retail Stores35

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.9 min
Work from Home1.5%

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