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Clayhatchee, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Clayhatchee is a small town in Alabama with a population of 490. Residents earn $53,095 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
490 Population 180/sq mi density
$53,095 Median Income $32,222 per capita
$98,300 Home Value $141,774 Zillow
$799 Median Rent 19.7% income on rent
67°F Avg Temperature 306 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$53,095 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$98,300 home value, $799/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,095
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $98,300
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.9%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent $799
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.2%
66% lower than US avg

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

People

Population490
Median Age53.8 yrs
Density180/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans13.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$53,095
Per Capita$32,222
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty4.2%
County GDP$827M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$98,300
Rent$799
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$141,774
Housing Units305
Rent Burden19.7%

Health

Obesity38.5%
Uninsured10.1%
Smoking18.1%
Depression27.6%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain57.9 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation196 ft (60 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.9%
High School+91.2%
Graduate+3.9%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 88% / D 11%
Commute28 min
Broadband81.3%
Libraries4

Is Clayhatchee a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Clayhatchee receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Clayhatchee offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Clayhatchee is $53,095, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Clayhatchee is $98,300, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $799 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Clayhatchee enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 306 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 57.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Clayhatchee has a population of 490 with a density of 180 people per square mile. The median age is 53.8 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.3%), with 5.3% Hispanic, 2% Black.

Population

490
Total Population
180
People / sq mi
53.8yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.7%
Female 53.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Clayhatchee vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Clayhatchee vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Clayhatchee is $53,095, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Clayhatchee vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,095
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,222
Avg Weekly Wage$819
IRS Avg AGI$52,098

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.2%
66% below US avg
Establishments (County)605
County GDP$827M

Business (County)

Restaurants34
Healthcare31
Retail85
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,490
57% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.5 min
Drive Alone90.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Clayhatchee is $98,300, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $799 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $141,774.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$98,300
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$141,774

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$799
31% below US avg
Rent Burden19.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.7%
Housing Units305
Median Year Built1979

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,490
57% below US avg
Effective Rate1.52%
In Clayhatchee, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.1% of residents lack health insurance. 18.1% are current smokers. 27.6% report depression. 27.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure37.3%
Asthma10.4%
COPD7.9%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.1%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity27.9%
Depression27.6%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress14.7%
Short Sleep39.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.9%
Uninsured10.1%
17% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.5%
Dental Visits53.3%
Premature Death14,287/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access35.5%
Healthcare Facilities31
Clayhatchee has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.9 inches. The area enjoys 306 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

49°F Jan (10°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average66.5°F
23% above US avg
January Average49°F (10°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.9 inches
52% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation196 ft (60 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (7.0 km²)
Population Density180/sq mi
Coordinates31.2369°N, 85.7215°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS01061
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 13.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 77-point margin. 81.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 88.2%
D 11.2%

Winner: Republican by 77 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.9%
59% below US avg
High School+91.2%
Graduate Degree+3.9%
School Test Score4.40
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density180/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.3%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities31
Restaurants34
Retail Stores85

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.5 min
Drive Alone90.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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