Clanton, AL

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.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
8,862 Population 383/sq mi density
$49,952 Median Income $32,399 per capita
$158,200 Home Value $215,828 Zillow
$948 Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
513 Violent Crime/100K 7,500 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$49,952 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$158,200 home value, $948/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
513 violent crimes/100K (35% above avg)
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,952
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $158,200
44% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 513/100K
35% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.5%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $948
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.1%
19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population8,862
Median Age39.9 yrs
Density383/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 75%

Economy

B+
Median Income$49,952
Per Capita$32,399
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty10.1%
County GDP$1,655M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$158,200
Rent$948
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$215,828

Crime

F
Violent513/100K
Property7,500/100K
Murder11.4/100K
Assault388/100K
Burglary787/100K

Health

Obesity40.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain56.4 in/yr
Elevation574 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.5%
High School+90.1%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 14%
Commute26 min
EV Stations8
Libraries3

Is Clanton a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Safety & Crime

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Clanton has a population of 8,862 with a density of 383 people per square mile. The median age is 39.9 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.9%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 13.1% Black.

Population

8,862
Total Population
383
People / sq mi
39.9yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
23.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.2%
Female 60.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Clanton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.7%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.3%
53% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Clanton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Clanton is $49,952, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Clanton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,952
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,399
Avg Weekly Wage$915
IRS Avg AGI$59,834

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.1%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)922
County GDP$1,655M

Business (County)

Restaurants61
Healthcare65
Retail152
Manufacturing39

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,643
53% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.04%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.5 min
Work from Home5.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Clanton is $158,200, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $948 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $215,828.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$158,200
44% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$215,828
Median List Price$249,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$249,000
$/Sq Ft$140
Homes Sold13
Sale-to-List Ratio98.6%
Price Drops27.1%
Inventory59

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$948
18% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,262

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,643
53% below US avg
Effective Rate1.04%
In Clanton, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.8% report depression. 29.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.5%
26% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure39.8%
Asthma10.3%
COPD7.3%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.9%
Physical Inactivity29.6%
Depression24.8%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.7%
Checkup Rate78.2%
Premature Death11,803/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access31.3%
Healthcare Facilities65
Clanton has a violent crime rate of 513 per 100,000 residents, 35% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 7,500 per 100,000 (283% above US avg). The murder rate is 11.4 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent512.9/100K
35% above US avg
Murder11.4/100K
81% above US avg
Rape57.0/100K
Robbery57.0/100K
Assault387.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property7,500.3/100K
283% above US avg
Burglary786.5/100K
Theft6,520.0/100K
Vehicle Theft193.8/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Clanton has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.0°F
17% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.4 inches
49% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation574 ft (175 m)
Area23.2 sq mi (60.0 km²)
Population Density383/sq mi
Coordinates32.8456°N, 86.6195°W
County FIPS01021
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 18.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 72.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.8%
D 13.7%

Winner: Republican by 72.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.5%
45% below US avg
High School+90.1%
School Test Score4.40
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density383/sq mi
Total Area23.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations8
Alt Fuel Stations9
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities65
Restaurants61
Retail Stores152

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.5 min
Work from Home5.6%

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