East Brewton, AL
Full City Profile · Alabama · Escambia County County
East Brewton, AL
At a Glance
How East Brewton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows East Brewton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is East Brewton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
East Brewton residents earn a median household income of $43,070 , which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $16,902. The unemployment rate stands at 24.8% (589% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 28.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 934 business establishments, including 76 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in East Brewton is $87,300 , 69% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $97,739. Median rent is $753/month, with 26.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 88.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1983.
Safety & Crime
East Brewton reports 179 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 53% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,546/100K.
Education
7.3% of adults in East Brewton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below the national average). 84.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
East Brewton has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 61.5 inches.