Alabama · Metropolitan Area
Clanton is a small city in Alabama with a population of 8,862. Residents earn $49,952 per year, which is 34% below the national average.
Based on current data, Clanton receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Clanton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Clanton is $49,952, 34% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
The median home value in Clanton is $158,200, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $948 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
The violent crime rate of 513 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 7,500 per 100,000, 283% above the national average.
18.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Clanton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 93.7% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 6.3% |
| 53% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $49,952 |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $32,399 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $915 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $59,834 |
| Unemployment | 3.1% |
| 14% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 10.1% |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 922 |
| County GDP | $1,655M |
| Restaurants | 61 |
| Healthcare | 65 |
| Retail | 152 |
| Manufacturing | 39 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,643 |
| 53% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.04% |
| Commute Time | 25.5 min |
| Work from Home | 5.6% |
| Census Median | $158,200 |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $215,828 |
| Median List Price | $249,000 |
| Median List Price | $249,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $140 |
| Homes Sold | 13 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.6% |
| Price Drops | 27.1% |
| Inventory | 59 |
| Census Median Rent | $948 |
| 18% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,262 |
| Studio | $716 |
| 1 Bedroom | $772 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $936 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,206 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,381 |
| Owner-Occupied | 65.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,643 |
| 53% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.04% |
| Obesity | 40.5% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.8% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 7.3% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.6% |
| Depression | 24.8% |
| Mental Distress | 19.2% |
| Physical Distress | 14.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 88.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.2% |
| Premature Death | 11,803/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 31.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 65 |
| Total Violent | 512.9/100K |
| 35% above US avg | |
| Murder | 11.4/100K |
| 81% above US avg | |
| Rape | 57.0/100K |
| Robbery | 57.0/100K |
| Assault | 387.6/100K |
| Total Property | 7,500.3/100K |
| 283% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 786.5/100K |
| Theft | 6,520.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 193.8/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 12 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 63.0°F |
| 17% above US avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 56.4 inches |
| 49% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 574 ft (175 m) |
| Area | 23.2 sq mi (60.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 383/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.8456°N, 86.6195°W |
| County FIPS | 01021 |
Winner: Republican by 72.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 18.5% |
| 45% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 90.1% |
| School Test Score | 4.40 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 383/sq mi |
| Total Area | 23.2 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 8 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 9 |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 65 |
| Restaurants | 61 |
| Retail Stores | 152 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 12 |
| Avg Commute | 25.5 min |
| Work from Home | 5.6% |