Alabama · Metropolitan Area
Coaling is a small town in Alabama with a population of 2,253. Residents earn $83,587 per year, which is 11% above the national average.
Based on current data, Coaling receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Coaling has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Coaling is $83,587, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 6.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
The median home value in Coaling is $215,000, 24% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $907 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 901 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 4,507 per 100,000, 130% above the national average.
11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Coaling enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 60.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 93.1% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 6.9% |
| 49% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $83,587 |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $29,446 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,145 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $72,247 |
| Unemployment | 6.9% |
| 92% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 7.2% |
| 42% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 5,406 |
| County GDP | $14,447M |
| Restaurants | 507 |
| Healthcare | 463 |
| Retail | 710 |
| Manufacturing | 131 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,182 |
| 38% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.01% |
| Commute Time | 33.7 min |
| Work from Home | 5.9% |
| Census Median | $215,000 |
| 24% below US avg |
| $/Sq Ft | $127 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.4% |
| Price Drops | 50.0% |
| Inventory | 2 |
| Census Median Rent | $907 |
| 22% below US avg |
| Studio | $716 |
| 1 Bedroom | $772 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $936 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,206 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,381 |
| Owner-Occupied | 89.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,182 |
| 38% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.01% |
| Obesity | 42.1% |
| 31% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.2% |
| Asthma | 10.1% |
| COPD | 7.2% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.9% |
| Depression | 26.3% |
| Mental Distress | 18.7% |
| Physical Distress | 13.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 94.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 79.6% |
| Premature Death | 10,422/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 66.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 463 |
| Total Violent | 901.4/100K |
| 137% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 300.5/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 601.0/100K |
| Total Property | 4,507.2/100K |
| 130% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,502.4/100K |
| Theft | 2,824.5/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 180.3/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 41 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 63.4°F |
| 17% above US avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 60.2 inches |
| 58% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.4 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 396 ft (121 m) |
| Area | 5.0 sq mi (13.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 450/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.1699°N, 87.3499°W |
| County FIPS | 01125 |
Winner: Republican by 20.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 11.9% |
| 65% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 93.1% |
| School Test Score | 4.40 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 450/sq mi |
| Total Area | 5.0 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 463 |
| Restaurants | 507 |
| Retail Stores | 710 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 41 |
| Avg Commute | 33.7 min |
| Work from Home | 5.9% |