East Brewton, AL

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.

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
3,325 Population 975/sq mi density
$43,070 Median Income $16,902 per capita
$87,300 Home Value $86,816 Zillow
$753 Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
411 Violent Crime/100K 1,847 property/100K
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.5 / 5.0
$43,070 median income, 15.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$87,300 home value, $753/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
411 violent crimes/100K (8% above avg)
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,070
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $87,300
69% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 411/100K
8% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.3%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $753
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 46.4%
45% higher than US avg
Unemployment 15.9%
342% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 28.5%
130% higher than US avg

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

People

Population3,325
Median Age27.6 yrs
Density975/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 49%

Economy

D
Median Income$43,070
Per Capita$16,902
Unemployment15.9%
Poverty28.5%
County GDP$1,686M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$87,300
Rent$753
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$86,816

Crime

F
Violent411/100K
Property1,847/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault246/100K
Burglary493/100K

Health

Obesity46.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.6%
Heart Disease8.6%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain65.3 in/yr
Elevation102 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.3%
High School+84.3%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 27%
Commute18 min
Libraries4

Is East Brewton a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Safety & Crime

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

East Brewton has a population of 3,325 with a density of 975 people per square mile. The median age is 27.6 years, 29% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (48.7%), with 15% Hispanic, 33.2% Black.

Population

3,325
Total Population
975
People / sq mi
27.6yrs
Median Age
29% below US avg
3.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.9%
Female 56.1%

Race & Ethnicity

East Brewton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

East Brewton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in East Brewton is $43,070, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 15.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 28.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: East Brewton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,070
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$16,902
Avg Weekly Wage$988
IRS Avg AGI$54,784

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.9%
342% above US avg
Poverty Rate28.5%
130% above US avg
Establishments (County)934
County GDP$1,686M

Business (County)

Restaurants76
Healthcare67
Retail159
Manufacturing41

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,823
48% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.7 min
Work from Home7.1%

Walkability

The median home value in East Brewton is $87,300, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $753 (35% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $86,816.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$87,300
69% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$86,816
Median List Price$160,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$160,000
$/Sq Ft$128
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio106.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$753
35% 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-Occupied52.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,823
48% below US avg
Effective Rate2.09%
In East Brewton, 46.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.6% report depression. 38.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: East Brewton vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity46.4%
45% above US avg
Diabetes17.1%
Heart Disease8.6%
High Blood Pressure45.9%
Asthma11.6%
COPD12.2%
Stroke5.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.6%
Physical Inactivity38.6%
Depression27.6%
Mental Distress23.1%
Physical Distress19.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.5%
Checkup Rate78.4%
Premature Death15,045/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access38.7%
Healthcare Facilities67
East Brewton has a violent crime rate of 411 per 100,000 residents, 8% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,847 per 100,000 (6% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent410.5/100K
8% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape123.2/100K
Robbery41.1/100K
Assault246.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,847.3/100K
6% below US avg
Burglary492.6/100K
Theft1,272.6/100K
Vehicle Theft82.1/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
East Brewton has an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 65.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

51°F Jan (11°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average67.3°F
25% above US avg
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall65.3 inches
72% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation102 ft (31 m)
Area3.4 sq mi (8.8 km²)
Population Density975/sq mi
Coordinates31.0914°N, 87.0553°W
County FIPS01053
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 7.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.9%
D 26.6%

Winner: Republican by 46.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.3%
78% below US avg
High School+84.3%
School Test Score4.40
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density975/sq mi
Total Area3.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities67
Restaurants76
Retail Stores159

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.7 min
Work from Home7.1%

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