Creola, AL
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Creola, AL
At a Glance
How Creola Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Creola's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Creola a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Creola residents earn a median household income of $68,594 , which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,724. The unemployment rate stands at 9.0% (150% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 12,216 business establishments, including 776 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Creola is $187,500 , 33% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $221,707. Median rent is $1,042/month, with 27.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 88.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1980.
Safety & Crime
Creola reports 253 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 33% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 658/100K.
Education
13.3% of adults in Creola hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below the national average). 83.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Creola has an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 60.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.