Dayton, AL

Alabama

Dayton is a small town in Alabama with a population of 66.

1.2 /5.0
F Poor
66 Population 66/sq mi density
$91,700 Home Value
64°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
F
Overall
1.2 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $91,700
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.6%
92% lower than US avg
Unemployment 15.5%
331% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population66
Median Age40.5 yrs
Density66/mi²
Male / Female33% / 67%
Largest GroupWhite 17%
Veterans58.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$16,695
Unemployment15.5%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,108M
Commute42 min

Housing

Home Value$91,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units20

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain56.2 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation235 ft (72 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.6%
High School+52.6%
Graduate+2.2%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 48%
Commute42 min
Broadband10.0%
Libraries2

Is Dayton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dayton receives an overall livability score of 1.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times. Dayton faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

At 15.5%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dayton is $91,700, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

2.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 52.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Dayton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 56.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Dayton has a population of 66 with a density of 66 people per square mile. The median age is 40.5 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (83.3%), with 16.7% White.

Population

66
Total Population
66
People / sq mi
40.5yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 33.3%
Female 66.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Dayton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Dayton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dayton is N/A. The unemployment rate is 15.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes.

Income: Dayton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$16,695
Avg Weekly Wage$1,027
IRS Avg AGI$56,967

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.5%
331% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)568
County GDP$1,108M

Business (County)

Restaurants37
Healthcare52
Retail98
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,588
55% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time41.5 min
Drive Alone29.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Dayton is $91,700, 67% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$91,700
67% 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-Occupied70.0%
Housing Units20
Median Year Built1955

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,588
55% below US avg
Effective Rate1.73%
Dayton has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.2 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average64.2°F
19% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.2 inches
48% above US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation235 ft (72 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density66/sq mi
Coordinates32.3510°N, 87.6416°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS01091
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 2.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (92% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 3.8-point margin. 10.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.6%
D 47.9%

Winner: Republican by 3.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.6%
92% below US avg
High School+52.6%
Graduate Degree+2.2%
School Test Score4.40
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density66/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access10.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities52
Restaurants37
Retail Stores98

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute41.5 min
Drive Alone29.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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