Daviston, AL

Alabama

Daviston is a small town in Alabama with a population of 199. Residents earn $66,000 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
199 Population 22/sq mi density
$66,000 Median Income $31,570 per capita
$137,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$66,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$137,500 home value
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,000
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $137,500
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.0%
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.6%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population199
Median Age41.3 yrs
Density22/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans5.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$66,000
Per Capita$31,570
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.6%
County GDP$690M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$137,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain59.7 in/yr
Elevation726 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.0%
High School+91.2%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute30 min
Broadband78.0%
Libraries1

Is Daviston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Daviston receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Daviston stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Daviston is $66,000, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Daviston is $137,500, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

27.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Daviston enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 59.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Daviston has a population of 199 with a density of 22 people per square mile. The median age is 41.3 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.4%), with 2% Hispanic, 4% Black.

Population

199
Total Population
22
People / sq mi
41.3yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
9.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%
Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Daviston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Daviston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Daviston is $66,000, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Daviston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,000
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,570
Avg Weekly Wage$830
IRS Avg AGI$56,288

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.6%
23% below US avg
Establishments (County)470
County GDP$690M

Business (County)

Restaurants33
Healthcare29
Retail77
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,303
34% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.67%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.0 min
Drive Alone74.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Daviston is $137,500, 51% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$137,500
51% below US avg

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-Occupied89.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,303
34% below US avg
Effective Rate1.67%
In Daviston, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.2% report depression. 26.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.0%
15% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure37.7%
Asthma10.2%
COPD7.5%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity26.3%
Depression27.2%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress14.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.0%
Checkup Rate77.1%
Premature Death11,834/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access40.7%
Healthcare Facilities29

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Daviston has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 59.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.1°F
13% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall59.7 inches
57% above US avg
Snowfall1.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation726 ft (221 m)
Area9.1 sq mi (23.7 km²)
Population Density22/sq mi
Coordinates33.0568°N, 85.6343°W
County FIPS01111
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 27.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.9-point margin. 78.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.2%
D 17.3%

Winner: Republican by 64.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.0%
20% below US avg
High School+91.2%
School Test Score4.40
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density22/sq mi
Total Area9.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities29
Restaurants33
Retail Stores77

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.0 min
Drive Alone74.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.2%

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