Coffeeville, AL

Alabama

Coffeeville is a small town in Alabama with a population of 237. Residents earn $31,964 per year, which is 57% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
237 Population 52/sq mi density
$31,964 Median Income $20,663 per capita
$79,300 Home Value $119,513 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$31,964 median income, 14.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$79,300 home value
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $31,964
57% lower than US avg
Home Value $79,300
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.5%
81% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.0%
40% higher than US avg
Unemployment 14.9%
314% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.3%
7% higher than US avg

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

People

Population237
Median Age44.3 yrs
Density52/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 27%

Economy

C
Median Income$31,964
Per Capita$20,663
Unemployment14.9%
Poverty13.3%
County GDP$728M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$79,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$119,513

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity45.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain60.2 in/yr
Elevation180 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.5%
High School+85.8%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 38%
Commute31 min
Libraries2

Is Coffeeville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Coffeeville receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Coffeeville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Coffeeville is $31,964, 57% below the national average of $75,149. At 14.9%, unemployment is notably high. 13.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Coffeeville is $79,300, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Coffeeville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 48°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.

Coffeeville has a population of 237 with a density of 52 people per square mile. The median age is 44.3 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (69.2%), with 27% White.

Population

237
Total Population
52
People / sq mi
44.3yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
4.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46%
Female 54%

Race & Ethnicity

Coffeeville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Coffeeville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Coffeeville is $31,964, which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 14.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Coffeeville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,964
57% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,663
Avg Weekly Wage$1,189
IRS Avg AGI$56,899

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.9%
314% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.3%
7% above US avg
Establishments (County)354
County GDP$728M

Business (County)

Restaurants22
Healthcare18
Retail53
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,146
67% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.0 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Coffeeville is $79,300, 72% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $119,513.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$79,300
72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$119,513

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied62.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,146
67% below US avg
Effective Rate1.45%
In Coffeeville, 45.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.6% report depression. 34.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.0%
40% above US avg
Diabetes15.9%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure45.0%
Asthma11.2%
COPD8.7%
Stroke4.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.0%
Physical Inactivity34.5%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress15.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate76.4%
Checkup Rate79.5%
Premature Death12,977/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access25.2%
Healthcare Facilities18

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Coffeeville has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 60.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average65.2°F
21% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall60.2 inches
58% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation180 ft (55 m)
Area4.5 sq mi (11.7 km²)
Population Density52/sq mi
Coordinates31.7666°N, 88.0860°W
County FIPS01023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 6.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.7%
D 37.8%

Winner: Republican by 23.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.5%
81% below US avg
High School+85.8%
School Test Score4.40
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density52/sq mi
Total Area4.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants22
Retail Stores53

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.0 min
Work from Home0.0%

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