Dadeville, AL

Alabama

Dadeville is a small town in Alabama with a population of 3,034. Residents earn $57,240 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,034 Population 190/sq mi density
$57,240 Median Income $24,215 per capita
$163,500 Home Value $505,083 Zillow
$946 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
1,290 Violent Crime/100K 3,367 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$57,240 median income, 8.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$163,500 home value, $946/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
1,290 violent crimes/100K (240% above avg)
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
13.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,240
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $163,500
42% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 1,290/100K
240% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.0%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $946
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.1%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.3%
131% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.9%
12% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,034
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density190/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 59%

Economy

C+
Median Income$57,240
Per Capita$24,215
Unemployment8.3%
Poverty10.9%
County GDP$1,910M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$163,500
Rent$946
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$505,083

Crime

F
Violent1,290/100K
Property3,367/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault850/100K
Burglary692/100K

Health

Obesity42.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation640 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.0%
High School+76.5%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute28 min
EV Stations1
Libraries6

Is Dadeville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dadeville receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Dadeville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dadeville is $57,240, 24% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.3%, unemployment is notably high. 10.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dadeville is $163,500, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $946 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 1,290 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 3,367 per 100,000, 72% above the national average.

Education

13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Dadeville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Dadeville has a population of 3,034 with a density of 190 people per square mile. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (58.6%), with 40.5% Black.

Population

3,034
Total Population
190
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
15.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.4%
Female 45.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Dadeville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dadeville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dadeville is $57,240, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Dadeville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,240
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,215
Avg Weekly Wage$906
IRS Avg AGI$65,829

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.3%
131% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.9%
12% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,052
County GDP$1,910M

Business (County)

Restaurants79
Healthcare81
Retail153
Manufacturing39

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,421
31% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.8 min
Work from Home6.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Dadeville is $163,500, 42% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $946 (19% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $505,083.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$163,500
42% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$505,083
Median List Price$187,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$187,500
$/Sq Ft$134
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio88.9%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$946
19% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,421
31% below US avg
Effective Rate1.48%
In Dadeville, 42.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.6% report depression. 31.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.1%
31% above US avg
Diabetes14.5%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure43.7%
Asthma11.2%
COPD8.1%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.1%
Physical Inactivity31.2%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress15.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.0%
Checkup Rate79.5%
Premature Death12,183/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access61.8%
Healthcare Facilities81
Dadeville has a violent crime rate of 1,290 per 100,000 residents, 240% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,367 per 100,000 (72% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent1,290.1/100K
240% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape314.7/100K
Robbery125.9/100K
Assault849.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,366.9/100K
72% above US avg
Burglary692.3/100K
Theft2,485.8/100K
Vehicle Theft188.8/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Dadeville has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.2°F
13% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation640 ft (195 m)
Area15.9 sq mi (41.3 km²)
Population Density190/sq mi
Coordinates32.8261°N, 85.7762°W
County FIPS01123
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.5%
D 24.9%

Winner: Republican by 49.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.0%
61% below US avg
High School+76.5%
School Test Score4.40
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density190/sq mi
Total Area15.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities81
Restaurants79
Retail Stores153

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.8 min
Work from Home6.5%

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