Edgewater, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Edgewater is a small town in Alabama with a population of 694. Residents earn $129,542 per year, which is 72% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
694 Population 598/sq mi density
$129,542 Median Income $64,293 per capita
N/A Home Value $63,666 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$129,542 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
20.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $129,542
72% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.7%
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.9%
37% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.2%
66% lower than US avg

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

People

Population694
Median Age52.6 yrs
Density598/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 12%

Economy

A+
Median Income$129,542
Per Capita$64,293
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.2%
County GDP$65,539M
Commute24 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$63,666

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain56.6 in/yr
Elevation641 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.7%
High School+98.7%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 44% / D 55%
Commute24 min
Libraries40

Is Edgewater a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Edgewater receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Edgewater offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Edgewater is $129,542, which is significantly higher than the national average — 72% above $75,149. This places Edgewater among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Education

20.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Edgewater enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Edgewater has a population of 694 with a density of 598 people per square mile. The median age is 52.6 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (84%), with 12.2% White.

Population

694
Total Population
598
People / sq mi
52.6yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Edgewater vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.4%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.6%
58% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Edgewater vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Edgewater is $129,542, which is 72% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Edgewater vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$129,542
72% above US avg
Per Capita Income$64,293
Avg Weekly Wage$1,376
IRS Avg AGI$92,287

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.2%
66% below US avg
Establishments (County)22,923
County GDP$65,539M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,550
Healthcare1,895
Retail2,539
Manufacturing504

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,063
45% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.7 min
Work from Home2.2%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $63,666.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$63,666

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-Occupied85.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,063
45% above US avg
In Edgewater, 43.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.2% report depression. 35.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Edgewater vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.9%
37% above US avg
Diabetes17.4%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure46.5%
Asthma11.1%
COPD8.0%
Stroke4.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.1%
Physical Inactivity35.6%
Depression22.2%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress14.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.6%
Checkup Rate81.0%
Premature Death13,164/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access79.8%
Healthcare Facilities1,895

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)94
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Edgewater has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.9°F
18% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.6 inches
49% above US avg
Snowfall1.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation641 ft (195 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density598/sq mi
Coordinates33.5301°N, 86.9528°W
County FIPS01073
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 20.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 10.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44.2%
D 54.6%

Winner: Democrat by 10.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.7%
39% below US avg
High School+98.7%
School Test Score4.40
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density598/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries40
Healthcare Facilities1,895
Restaurants1,550
Retail Stores2,539

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)94
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.7 min
Work from Home2.2%

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