Double Springs, AL

Alabama

Double Springs is a small town in Alabama with a population of 1,188. Residents earn $32,250 per year, which is 57% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
1,188 Population 232/sq mi density
$32,250 Median Income $23,420 per capita
$125,000 Home Value $148,041 Zillow
$363 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$32,250 median income, 5.2% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$125,000 home value, $363/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $32,250
57% lower than US avg
Home Value $125,000
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.0%
38% lower than US avg
Median Rent $363
69% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.2%
44% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 32.4%
161% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,188
Median Age42.7 yrs
Density232/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

C
Median Income$32,250
Per Capita$23,420
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty32.4%
County GDP$1,141M
Commute20 min

Housing

A
Home Value$125,000
Rent$363
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$148,041

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.2%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain60.8 in/yr
Elevation797 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.0%
High School+81.4%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 92% / D 8%
Commute20 min
Libraries3

Is Double Springs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Double Springs receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Double Springs offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Double Springs is $32,250, 57% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 32.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Double Springs is $125,000, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $363 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

21.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Double Springs enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 60.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Double Springs has a population of 1,188 with a density of 232 people per square mile. The median age is 42.7 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.6%), with 5.1% Hispanic, 2.5% Black.

Population

1,188
Total Population
232
People / sq mi
42.7yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
5.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.7%
Female 60.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Double Springs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Double Springs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Double Springs is $32,250, which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 32.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Double Springs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$32,250
57% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,420
Avg Weekly Wage$995
IRS Avg AGI$64,131

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above US avg
Poverty Rate32.4%
161% above US avg
Establishments (County)538
County GDP$1,141M

Business (County)

Restaurants23
Healthcare40
Retail80
Manufacturing40

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,306
34% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.8 min
Work from Home6.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Double Springs is $125,000, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $363 (69% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $148,041.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$125,000
56% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$148,041

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$363
69% 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-Occupied61.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,306
34% below US avg
Effective Rate1.84%
In Double Springs, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.2% report depression. 31.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Double Springs vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.7%
21% above US avg
Diabetes12.4%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure39.2%
Asthma10.6%
COPD9.6%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity31.7%
Depression28.2%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress16.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.7%
Checkup Rate76.1%
Premature Death12,031/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access78.1%
Healthcare Facilities40

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Double Springs has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 60.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average59.6°F
10% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall60.8 inches
60% above US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation797 ft (243 m)
Area5.1 sq mi (13.3 km²)
Population Density232/sq mi
Coordinates34.1496°N, 87.3894°W
County FIPS01133
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 21.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 83.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 91.6%
D 7.9%

Winner: Republican by 83.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.0%
38% below US avg
High School+81.4%
School Test Score4.40
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density232/sq mi
Total Area5.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities40
Restaurants23
Retail Stores80

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.8 min
Work from Home6.2%

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