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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 98.8% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.2% |
| 91% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $48,926 |
| 35% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $24,992 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,670 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $60,279 |
| Unemployment | 3.4% |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 15.4% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 318 |
| County GDP | $1,301M |
| Restaurants | 6 |
| Healthcare | 16 |
| Retail | 35 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,305 |
| 63% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.79% |
| Commute Time | 35.9 min |
| Work from Home | 1.5% |
| Census Median | $164,800 |
| 42% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $164,752 |
| Median List Price | $249,900 |
| Median List Price | $249,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $110 |
| Homes Sold | 3 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 106.9% |
| Price Drops | 6.3% |
| Inventory | 16 |
| Census Median Rent | $701 |
| 40% below US avg |
| Studio | $716 |
| 1 Bedroom | $772 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $936 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,206 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,381 |
| Owner-Occupied | 68.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,305 |
| 63% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 0.79% |
| Obesity | 39.5% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 14.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.4% |
| Asthma | 10.2% |
| COPD | 8.3% |
| Stroke | 3.9% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.9% |
| Depression | 25.1% |
| Mental Distress | 20.0% |
| Physical Distress | 14.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 85.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.5% |
| Premature Death | 12,864/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 10.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 16 |
| Total Violent | 904.9/100K |
| 138% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 103.4/100K |
| Robbery | 155.1/100K |
| Assault | 646.3/100K |
| Total Property | 4,084.8/100K |
| 108% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,137.5/100K |
| Theft | 2,766.3/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 181.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 64.4°F |
| 19% above US avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Area | 25.9 sq mi (67.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 151/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.0973°N, 88.2498°W |
| County FIPS | 01129 |
Winner: Republican by 55.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 10.4% |
| 69% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 90.3% |
| School Test Score | 4.40 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 151/sq mi |
| Total Area | 25.9 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 16 |
| Restaurants | 6 |
| Retail Stores | 35 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Avg Commute | 35.9 min |
| Work from Home | 1.5% |