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Courtland, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Courtland is a small town in Alabama with a population of 777. Residents earn $41,406 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
777 Population 263/sq mi density
$41,406 Median Income $19,703 per capita
$625 Median Rent 29.8% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$41,406 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$625/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,406
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.6%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $625
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.0%
37% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.7%
91% higher than US avg

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

People

Population777
Median Age42.2 yrs
Density263/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 45%
Veterans3.4%

Economy

C+
Median Income$41,406
Per Capita$19,703
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty23.7%
County GDP$865M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$625
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$170,039
Housing Units395
Rent Burden29.8%

Health

Obesity44.0%
Uninsured11.8%
Smoking20.0%
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain56.3 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation567 ft (173 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.6%
High School+92.9%
Graduate+6.6%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 19%
Commute35 min
Broadband70.9%
Libraries3

Is Courtland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Courtland receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Courtland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Courtland is $41,406, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 23.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $625 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Courtland enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 56.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Courtland has a population of 777 with a density of 263 people per square mile. The median age is 42.2 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (53.3%), with 44.9% White, 1.5% Hispanic.

Population

777
Total Population
263
People / sq mi
42.2yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.4%
Female 60.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Courtland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.8%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.2%
61% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Courtland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Courtland is $41,406, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 23.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Courtland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,406
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,703
Avg Weekly Wage$992
IRS Avg AGI$57,583

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate23.7%
91% above US avg
Establishments (County)572
County GDP$865M

Business (County)

Restaurants44
Healthcare35
Retail84
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,231
65% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.9 min
Drive Alone89.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.9%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $625 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $170,039.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$170,039

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$625
46% below US avg
Rent Burden29.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.4%
Housing Units395
Median Year Built1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,231
65% below US avg
In Courtland, 44.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.8% of residents lack health insurance. 20.0% are current smokers. 24.4% report depression. 33.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.0%
37% above US avg
Diabetes15.2%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure44.1%
Asthma11.4%
COPD8.8%
Cancer6.3%
Stroke4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.0%
43% above US avg
Binge Drinking13.5%
Physical Inactivity33.5%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress15.7%
Short Sleep43.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.3%
Uninsured11.8%
37% above US avg
Checkup Rate79.5%
Dental Visits49.5%
Premature Death13,633/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access56.5%
Healthcare Facilities35
Courtland has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.3 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.7°F
12% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.3 inches
48% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation567 ft (173 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.6 km²)
Population Density263/sq mi
Coordinates34.6699°N, 87.3279°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS01079
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.3-point margin. 70.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.8%
D 18.5%

Winner: Republican by 62.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.6%
83% below US avg
High School+92.9%
Graduate Degree+6.6%
School Test Score4.40
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density263/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access70.9%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities35
Restaurants44
Retail Stores84

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.9 min
Drive Alone89.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.9%

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