Cuba, AL

Alabama

Cuba is a small town in Alabama with a population of 369. Residents earn $75,074 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
369 Population 91/sq mi density
$75,074 Median Income $43,911 per capita
$181,800 Home Value $100,862 Zillow
$483 Median Rent 20.0% income on rent
66°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$75,074 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$181,800 home value, $483/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,074
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $181,800
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.4%
4% lower than US avg
Median Rent $483
58% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.0%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.6%
55% lower than US avg

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

People

Population369
Median Age54.9 yrs
Density91/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans10.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$75,074
Per Capita$43,911
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty5.6%
County GDP$451M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$181,800
Rent$483
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$100,862
Rent Burden20.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain54.8 in/yr
Elevation237 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.4%
High School+96.9%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 29% / D 70%
Commute36 min
Broadband85.4%
Libraries2

Is Cuba a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cuba receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Cuba stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cuba is $75,074, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cuba is $181,800, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $483 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

32.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Cuba enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Cuba has a population of 369 with a density of 91 people per square mile. The median age is 54.9 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.5%), with 6% Hispanic, 5.7% Black.

Population

369
Total Population
91
People / sq mi
54.9yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
4.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Cuba vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cuba vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cuba is $75,074, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Cuba vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,074
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$43,911
Avg Weekly Wage$910
IRS Avg AGI$43,209

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.6%
55% below US avg
Establishments (County)294
County GDP$451M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Healthcare19
Retail47
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,054
70% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.58%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.1 min
Drive Alone79.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Cuba is $181,800, 36% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $483 (58% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $100,862.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$181,800
36% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$100,862

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$483
58% below US avg
Rent Burden20.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,054
70% below US avg
Effective Rate0.58%
In Cuba, 43.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.3% report depression. 30.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.0%
34% above US avg
Diabetes13.4%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure41.4%
Asthma10.3%
COPD8.9%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity30.3%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress15.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.1%
Checkup Rate78.4%
Premature Death15,670/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access30.9%
Healthcare Facilities19

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Cuba has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average65.9°F
22% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.8 inches
44% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation237 ft (72 m)
Area4.1 sq mi (10.5 km²)
Population Density91/sq mi
Coordinates32.4407°N, 88.3748°W
County FIPS01119
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 32.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 41.2-point margin. 85.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 29.1%
D 70.3%

Winner: Democrat by 41.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.4%
4% below US avg
High School+96.9%
School Test Score4.40
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density91/sq mi
Total Area4.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.4%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants21
Retail Stores47

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.1 min
Drive Alone79.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.6%

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