Alabama
East Brewton is a small town in Alabama with a population of 3,325. Residents earn $43,070 per year, which is 43% below the national average.
Based on current data, East Brewton receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. East Brewton has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in East Brewton is $43,070, 43% below the national average of $75,149. At 15.9%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 28.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in East Brewton is $87,300, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $753 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
The violent crime rate of 411 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,847 per 100,000, near the national average.
7.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
East Brewton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 65.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $43,070 |
| 43% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $16,902 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $988 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $54,784 |
| Unemployment | 15.9% |
| 342% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 28.5% |
| 130% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 934 |
| County GDP | $1,686M |
| Restaurants | 76 |
| Healthcare | 67 |
| Retail | 159 |
| Manufacturing | 41 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,823 |
| 48% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.09% |
| Commute Time | 17.7 min |
| Work from Home | 7.1% |
| Census Median | $87,300 |
| 69% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $86,816 |
| Median List Price | $160,000 |
| Median List Price | $160,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $128 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 106.0% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 7 |
| Census Median Rent | $753 |
| 35% below US avg |
| Studio | $716 |
| 1 Bedroom | $772 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $936 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,206 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,381 |
| Owner-Occupied | 52.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,823 |
| 48% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.09% |
| Obesity | 46.4% |
| 45% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 17.1% |
| Heart Disease | 8.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 45.9% |
| Asthma | 11.6% |
| COPD | 12.2% |
| Stroke | 5.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 13.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 38.6% |
| Depression | 27.6% |
| Mental Distress | 23.1% |
| Physical Distress | 19.1% |
| Insurance Rate | 77.5% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.4% |
| Premature Death | 15,045/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 38.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 67 |
| Total Violent | 410.5/100K |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 123.2/100K |
| Robbery | 41.1/100K |
| Assault | 246.3/100K |
| Total Property | 1,847.3/100K |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 492.6/100K |
| Theft | 1,272.6/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 82.1/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 67.3°F |
| 25% above US avg | |
| January Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 65.3 inches |
| 72% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 102 ft (31 m) |
| Area | 3.4 sq mi (8.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 975/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.0914°N, 87.0553°W |
| County FIPS | 01053 |
Winner: Republican by 46.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 7.3% |
| 78% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 84.3% |
| School Test Score | 4.40 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 975/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.4 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 67 |
| Restaurants | 76 |
| Retail Stores | 159 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 17.7 min |
| Work from Home | 7.1% |