Elberta, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Elberta is a small town in Alabama with a population of 2,209. Residents earn $57,996 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
2,209 Population 316/sq mi density
$57,996 Median Income $36,121 per capita
$215,600 Home Value $338,046 Zillow
$900 Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
247 Violent Crime/100K 494 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$57,996 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$215,600 home value, $900/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
247 violent crimes/100K (35% below avg)
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,996
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $215,600
24% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 247/100K
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.5%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $900
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.9%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.3%
7% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,209
Median Age49.8 yrs
Density316/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

B+
Median Income$57,996
Per Capita$36,121
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty13.3%
County GDP$24,363M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$215,600
Rent$900
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$338,046

Crime

F
Violent247/100K
Property494/100K
Murder61.7/100K
Assault185/100K
Burglary247/100K

Health

Obesity36.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.2%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain69.0 in/yr
Elevation31 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.5%
High School+88.0%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute27 min
Libraries10

Is Elberta a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Elberta receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Elberta offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Elberta is $57,996, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. 13.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Elberta is $215,600, 24% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Elberta is below the national average at 247 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 494 per 100,000, 75% below the national average.

Education

18.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Elberta enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 69.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Elberta has a population of 2,209 with a density of 316 people per square mile. The median age is 49.8 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.8%).

Population

2,209
Total Population
316
People / sq mi
49.8yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
7.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.7%
Female 44.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Elberta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.1%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.9%
56% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Elberta vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Elberta is $57,996, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Elberta vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,996
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,121
Avg Weekly Wage$1,159
IRS Avg AGI$72,315

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.3%
7% above US avg
Establishments (County)9,738
County GDP$24,363M

Business (County)

Restaurants657
Healthcare997
Retail1,122
Manufacturing158

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,210
49% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.3 min
Work from Home7.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Elberta is $215,600, 24% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $338,046.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$215,600
24% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$338,046
Median List Price$576,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$576,950
$/Sq Ft$202
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops36.8%
Inventory19

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$900
23% 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-Occupied70.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,210
49% above US avg
Effective Rate2.42%
In Elberta, 36.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.2% report depression. 27.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.9%
15% above US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure38.5%
Asthma10.0%
COPD7.6%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity27.1%
Depression26.2%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.4%
Checkup Rate76.5%
Premature Death12,586/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access81.8%
Healthcare Facilities997
Elberta has a violent crime rate of 247 per 100,000 residents, 35% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 494 per 100,000 (75% below US avg). The murder rate is 61.7 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent246.8/100K
35% below US avg
Murder61.7/100K
879% above US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault185.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property493.5/100K
75% below US avg
Burglary246.8/100K
Theft246.8/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)50

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Elberta has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 69.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average66.5°F
23% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall69.0 inches
82% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation31 ft (9 m)
Area7.0 sq mi (18.1 km²)
Population Density316/sq mi
Coordinates30.3738°N, 87.5957°W
County FIPS12033
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 18.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.2%
D 39.7%

Winner: Republican by 19.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.5%
45% below US avg
High School+88.0%
School Test Score4.40
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density316/sq mi
Total Area7.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities997
Restaurants657
Retail Stores1,122

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)50
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.3 min
Work from Home7.5%

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