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Elberta, AL

Alabama · Escambia County · Pensacola-Ferry Pass-Brent Metro

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 26.3% income on rent
67°F Avg Temperature 313 sunny days/yr
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

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Full City Profile
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%
Veterans6.9%

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
Ownership70.4%
Zillow$338,046
Housing Units1,147
Rent Burden26.3%

Crime

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

Health

Obesity36.9%
Uninsured10.0%
Smoking16.7%
Depression26.2%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain69.0 in/yr
Sunny Days313/yr
Elevation31 ft (9 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.5%
High School+88.0%
Graduate+5.7%
School Score4.72

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute27 min
Broadband84.2%
EV Stations9
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, abundant sunshine. 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 4.7/10.

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. With 313 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. 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, spread across 6.9 square miles. The median age is 49.8 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 44.3% female and 55.7% male. The city is predominantly White (90.8%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 94.1% of residents, while 5.9% speak Spanish. 6.9% of the population are veterans. 19.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 82.4% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,209
Total Population
316
People / sq mi
49.8yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
6.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.7%
Female 44.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Elberta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 94.1%
20% above US avg
Spanish 5.9%
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. Per capita income is $36,121. The average weekly wage is $1,159, 19% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 9,738 business establishments, including 657 restaurants. The cost of living index is 88.8, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 7.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

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
Gini Index0.453 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

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
Cost of Living88.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.3 min
Drive Alone82.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Elberta is $215,600, 24% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $338,046, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $772 for a one-bedroom to $936 for a two-bedroom apartment. 70.4% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,147 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1990. The average annual property tax is $5,210 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 26.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.7x.

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
Rent Burden26.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$716
1 Bedroom$772
2 Bedrooms$936
3 Bedrooms$1,206
4 Bedrooms$1,381

Ownership & Property

Homeownership70.4%
Owner-Occupied70.4%
Renter-Occupied29.6%
Housing Units1,147
Median Year Built1990

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,210
49% above US avg
Effective Rate2.42%
In Elberta, 36.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.4% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.3% of residents. 38.5% have high blood pressure. 16.7% are current smokers. 17.0% report binge drinking. 27.1% are physically inactive. 26.2% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.9% experience frequent mental distress. 10.0% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,311. The dentist ratio is 1:1,413. 81.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.2 out of 10.

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%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.7%
19% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity27.1%
Depression26.2%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.9%
Short Sleep37.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.4%
Uninsured10.0%
16% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,311
Dentists1:1,413
Mental Health1:396
Checkup Rate76.5%
Dental Visits59.0%
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. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 185.1 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 61.7 per 100,000 (above the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 494 per 100,000, 75% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 247, burglary at 247, vehicle theft at 0 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 50 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Elberta receives a safety grade of F.

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
Traffic Accidents41
Avg Accident Severity2.3 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Elberta enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 313 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 69.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 31 feet, near sea level.

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)
Sunny Days313 days/yr

Geography

Elevation31 ft (9 m)
Area6.9 sq mi (17.8 km²)
Population Density316/sq mi
Coordinates30.3738°N, 87.5957°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyEscambia County County
Nearest AirportGulf Shores International/Jack Edwards Field (GUF)
7 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 69.0"
82% above US avg
Snowfall 0.1"
Wettest Month (Jul) 7.60"
Driest Month (Oct) 3.94"

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0420 ppm
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)0.77 ppb
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)9.2 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively High
Risk Score95.1 / 100
Social Vulnerability41.5 / 100
Community Resilience34.7 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Very High
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Relatively Moderate
Lightning Very High
Ice Storm Very Low
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Very Low
Coastal Flood Relatively Moderate
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

17 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M3.1 on May 23, 2025.

Oct 24, 1997 15 km NNW of Flomaton, Alabama M4.8 86 km
Oct 26, 1997 11 km NNW of Flomaton, Alabama M3.7 86 km
Feb 18, 2011 22 km SSE of Dauphin Island, Alabama M3.5 51 km
Sep 30, 2003 10 km NNW of Atmore, Alabama M3.3 83 km
May 23, 2025 105 km S of Gulf Shores, Alabama M3.1 121 km
May 4, 1997 9 km ESE of Atmore, Alabama M3.1 72 km
Apr 11, 2019 6 km NNW of Pollard, Alabama M3.1 88 km
Mar 11, 2019 4 km N of Flomaton, Alabama M3.1 81 km
Oct 28, 1997 11 km NNW of Flomaton, Alabama M3.0 86 km
Oct 18, 1997 69 km SSW of Dauphin Island, Alabama M2.9 108 km
Sep 25, 2003 14 km N of Atmore, Alabama M2.9 87 km
Mar 7, 2019 2 km NW of Jay, Florida M2.8 78 km
Mar 24, 2019 2 km ESE of Century, Florida M2.7 74 km
Apr 12, 2019 13 km NW of Flomaton, Alabama M2.6 85 km
Nov 10, 2012 16 km S of Dauphin Island, Alabama M2.6 56 km
Sep 5, 2000 1 km ENE of Monroeville, Alabama M2.5 132 km
Apr 11, 2019 8 km NW of Pollard, Alabama M2.5 86 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

20 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Ida (2021, Cat 4).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Ida Category 4 277 km
2020 Zeta Category 3 169 km
2020 Sally Category 2 13 km
2018 Michael Category 5 196 km
2017 Nate Category 1 135 km
2012 Isaac Category 1 228 km
2009 Ida Category 1 234 km
2008 Gustav Category 2 300 km
2005 Dennis Category 4 48 km
2005 Katrina Category 4 193 km
2005 Cindy Category 1 275 km
2004 Ivan Category 4 35 km
1998 Georges Category 2 117 km
1998 Earl Category 2 133 km
1997 Danny Category 1 29 km
1995 Opal Category 4 48 km
1995 Erin Category 2 27 km
1988 Florence Category 1 211 km
1985 Elena Category 3 70 km
1985 Kate Category 3 193 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

518 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 21 fatalities, 579 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Feb 23, 2016 EF3 40 km 0
Feb 15, 2016 EF3 59 km 0
Oct 13, 2001 EF3 10 km 0
Nov 21, 1997 EF3 67 km 0
Apr 25, 1982 EF3 53 km 0
Feb 7, 1971 EF3 41 km 0
Nov 3, 1968 EF3 67 km 0
Oct 30, 1967 EF3 32 km 0
Dec 25, 1964 EF3 98 km 0
Mar 31, 1962 EF3 55 km 17
Dec 10, 1961 EF3 98 km 0
May 5, 1956 EF3 36 km 0
Apr 18, 1950 EF3 67 km 0
May 10, 2024 EF2 77 km 0
Jun 19, 2023 EF2 94 km 0
Jun 15, 2023 EF2 31 km 0
Jan 12, 2023 EF2 92 km 0
Jun 19, 2021 EF2 92 km 0
Dec 25, 2012 EF2 58 km 0
Aug 30, 2012 EF2 92 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (10,557 ac, 2006).

Year Name Acres Distance
2006 UNNAMED 10,557 76 km
2006 UNNAMED 9,706 89 km
2005 UNNAMED 7,388 64 km
2005 UNNAMED 7,334 77 km
1993 UNNAMED 6,744 80 km
2010 UNNAMED 5,692 88 km
2007 UNNAMED 5,616 88 km
2013 LOW KEY 5,554 76 km
2012 UNNAMED 4,627 97 km
2011 UNNAMED 4,486 83 km
2012 UNNAMED 4,231 97 km
2008 UNNAMED 4,200 93 km
2010 UNNAMED 4,119 84 km
1998 UNNAMED 4,106 75 km
2016 GRAND BATURE 3,898 77 km
2006 UNNAMED 3,843 89 km
2022 PANTHER WF 3,821 77 km
2009 UNNAMED 3,794 66 km
2008 UNNAMED 3,698 88 km
1999 UNNAMED 3,632 92 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 50°F (10°C) 5.4 in Coldest
February 54°F (12°C) 5.1 in
March 60°F (16°C) 6.3 in
April 66°F (19°C) 4.1 in
May 74°F (23°C) 4.8 in
June 80°F (26°C) 6.1 in
July 81°F (27°C) 7.6 in Wettest
August 81°F (27°C) 7.0 in Warmest
September 78°F (25°C) 5.9 in
October 69°F (20°C) 3.9 in Driest
November 60°F (16°C) 4.6 in
December 54°F (12°C) 4.5 in

Elberta has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 50°F in January to 81°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 65.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.6") and October the driest (3.9").

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Elberta is located in Escambia County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 18.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 45% below the national average of 33.7%. 88.0% have completed high school. 5.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.7 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 59.2% of the vote, a 19.5-point margin. 84.2% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 9 EV charging stations. There are 10 public libraries serving the community. 997 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 82.3% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.2%
D 39.7%

Winner: Republican by 19.5 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)50
Traffic Accidents41
Avg Accident Severity2.3 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.5%
45% below US avg
High School+88.0%
Graduate Degree+5.7%
School Test Score4.72
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density316/sq mi
Total Area6.9 sq mi
CountyEscambia County County

Services

Broadband Access84.2%
Avg Download Speed122.9 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed20.6 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations9
Alt Fuel Stations11
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities997
Restaurants657
Retail Stores1,122

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.3 min
Drive Alone82.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.5%
Average costs for common services in Elberta. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $222 ($133–$355)
Specialist Visit $311 ($178–$488)
Urgent Care Visit $178 ($89–$311)
Emergency Room Visit $1,954 ($710–$4,440)
Dental Cleaning $115 ($67–$178)
Dental Filling $222 ($133–$355)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $40 ($22–$67)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $67 ($44–$107)
Brake Pad Replacement $266 ($133–$444)
Tire Rotation $36 ($18–$67)
New Tires (Set of 4) $533 ($355–$888)
Battery Replacement $178 ($89–$311)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $89 ($53–$133)
Electrician (Per Hour) $80 ($44–$124)
HVAC Repair $355 ($133–$710)
HVAC System Install $6,216 ($3,552–$10,656)
Roof Repair $888 ($355–$1,776)
Roof Replacement $7,992 ($4,884–$13,320)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,332 ($444–$3,108)
Divorce (Contested) $13,320 ($4,440–$26,640)
DUI Defense $4,440 ($1,776–$8,880)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,332 ($710–$2,664)
Will Preparation $444 ($178–$888)
Trust Preparation $2,220 ($888–$4,440)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $22 ($13–$40)
Women's Haircut $49 ($27–$89)
Hair Coloring (Full) $133 ($67–$222)
Manicure $22 ($13–$40)
Pedicure $36 ($22–$58)
Massage (1 Hour) $71 ($44–$115)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.64 ($2.66–$4.88)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.11 ($2.22–$4.44)
Loaf of Bread $3.37 ($2.22–$4.88)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.00 ($2.66–$5.77)
Ground Beef (per lb) $4.88 ($3.55–$6.66)
Rice (per lb) $0.89 ($0.53–$1.60)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $124 ($71–$222)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $62 ($27–$133)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $62 ($36–$107)
Internet (Monthly) $62 ($36–$89)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $58 ($27–$89)
Cable TV (Monthly) $75 ($44–$133)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $178 ($67–$444)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,776 ($1,066–$3,108)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $62 ($27–$115)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $13 ($7.10–$22)
Car Registration (Annual) $89 ($27–$222)
Driver's License Renewal $27 ($13–$67)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,066 ($533–$2,220)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $888 ($444–$1,776)
After-School Care (Monthly) $355 ($178–$622)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $44 ($22–$89)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $888 ($355–$2,220)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,100 ($4,440–$26,640)
View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $53 ($27–$89)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $89 ($44–$178)
Dog Grooming $53 ($27–$89)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $36 ($18–$67)
Dog Spay/Neuter $266 ($133–$444)
Cat Spay/Neuter $178 ($89–$355)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$801
Toddler$675
Preschool$628
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$720
Toddler$570
Preschool$530
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Escambia County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 23,956 1,176 $66,557 1.14
Accommodation & Food Services 17,408 810 $28,076 1.31
Retail Trade 17,213 1,265 $38,192 1.18
Finance & Insurance 12,047 468 $89,839 2.03
Construction 9,339 1,073 $63,693 1.22
Professional & Technical Services 8,125 1,232 $97,719 0.80
Administrative & Waste Services 7,664 709 $50,154 0.89
Manufacturing 5,464 272 $84,160 0.46
Other Services 4,992 716 $45,568 1.14
Wholesale Trade 4,676 387 $80,660 0.81
Real Estate 2,773 560 $51,810 1.22
Educational Services 2,545 129 $51,546 0.84
Arts & Entertainment 2,172 140 $25,788 0.89
Management of Companies 1,401 61 $95,764 0.57
Information & Technology 878 143 $77,749 0.32
Agriculture & Forestry 148 32 $48,232 0.13
Unclassified 131 165 $54,440 0.64
Mining & Oil/Gas 89 8 $62,366 0.16

Schools in Elberta

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Elberta Elementary School Elementary 884 51 17.3:1
Elberta High School High 784 42 18.7:1
Elberta Middle School Middle 267 17 15.7:1
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Radio Stations near Elberta

8 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
95.7 The Jet classic hits AAC
WNRP 92.3 FM 1620 AM news, talk MP3 64 kbps
Sonshine Kids by Rejoice Radio christian MP3 128 kbps
Rejoice Radio christian MP3 128 kbps
Seasons by Rejoice Radio christian MP3 128 kbps
92ZEW adult album alternative MP3 128 kbps
WABF MP3
Power 88 WBHY christian, christian contemporary MP3 128 kbps

Campgrounds Near Elberta

3 campgrounds found near Elberta.

NameRatingSitesPrice
FORT PICKENS CAMPGROUND 4.4/5 187 $26–$40
Fort Pickens Group Campground Free
Naval Live Oaks Youth Group Camping Free

National Parks Near Elberta

9 national parks and monuments found near Elberta.

ParkTypeFee
Battleship Memorial Park State Park Free
Big Lagoon State Park State Park Free
Blackwater River State Park State Park Free
Gulf Islands National Seashore National Seashore $25
Gulf State Park State Park Free
Mayo Park State Park Free
Meaher State Park State Park Free
Perdido Key State Park State Park Free
Shell Mound Park State Park Free

Museums in Elberta

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
BALDWIN HERITAGE MUSEUM ASSOCIATIONGENERAL MUSEUM25521 US HIGHWAY 982519868375$56,883
SOUTH BALDWIN MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM$21,283
BALDWIN COUNTY EXPRESSHISTORY MUSEUM2512691593
DEFENDERS OF FORT MORGANHISTORIC PRESERVATION2515402420
FOLEY MUSEUM AND ARCHIVESGENERAL MUSEUM2519431818
GULF SHORES MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM244 W 19TH AVE2519681473
ORANGE BEACH INDIAN AND SEAGENERAL MUSEUM25855 JOHN M SNOOK DR2519818545
VINTAGE RADIO MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3349285124

Libraries in Elberta

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
FOLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY319 EAST LAUREL AVENUE0.0593,458
GULF SHORES - THOMAS B. NORTON PUBLIC LIBRARY221 WEST 19TH AVENUE0.0189,267
ORANGE BEACH PUBLIC LIBRARY26267 CANAL ROAD0.080,342
ROBERTSDALE PUBLIC LIBRARY18301 PENNSYLVANIA STREET0.070,158
BALDWIN COUNTY LIBRARY COOPERATIVE22251 PALMER STREET0.029,730
LOXLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY1001 EAST LOXLEY AVENUE0.020,000
SUMMERDALE - MARJORIE YOUNCE SNOOK PUBLIC LIBRARY202 WEST BROADWAY STREET0.017,422
MAGNOLIA SPRINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY12440 MAGNOLIA AVENUE STE 6000.06,800
OSCAR JOHNSON MEMORIAL LIBRARY21967 SIXTH STREET0.03,288

Farmers Markets in Elberta

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Alabama Gulf Coast Market22250 Perdido Beach Boulevard10/04/2014 to 07/25/2015Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;
Chicago Street Farmers Market125 East Laurel Ave.05/03/2013 to 06/28/2013Fri: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;Visit
Elberta Farmer's MarketHighway 9805/04/2013 to Sat: 8:00 AM-;
Perdido Farmers Market13001 Sorrento Road06/20/2015 to 10/31/2015Sat: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit

Restaurants in Elberta

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Katie's Kitchen
Oakley's Wine Bar & Bistro

Golf Courses in Elberta

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Glenlakes Golf Club

Breweries in Elberta

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Fix My PhoneEntertainment & Arts, Food & Dining, Beverages, Cell Phone Service, Breweries, Bar, Beer Pubs & Tave319 N Mckenzie St2519433242, 2519716403

Pharmacies in Elberta

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
ELBERTA HEALTH MART PHARMACY 24980 STATE STREET 251-986-8115

Cell Towers in Elberta

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
Gulf Shores Cell Site - 23200 WOLFBAY DRTOWER127
25440 PATTERSON ROAD (62954)GTOWER93
31557 U.S. HIGHWAY 90TOWER91
0.9 MILE SOUTH-SOUTHWEST OF INTERSECTION I-10 OF INTERSTATE 10 & HIGHWAY 87TOWER91
9525 Tower Ridge Road (15362)LTOWER91
33780 U. S. Highway 98 (37047)LTOWER84
13012 BEULAH ROAD (7398)GTOWER78
13159 SORRENTO ROAD (7361)LTOWER71
Blue Angel Cell Site - 1445 BLUE ANGEL PARKWAYTOWER60

Fire Stations in Elberta

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Elberta Volunteer Fire Department13120 Illinois STVolunteer251-986-5805
Josephine Volunteer Fire Department6824 CO RD 95Volunteer251-987-5173

Bridges in Elberta

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous198812111,610F
CulvertConcrete2016313,239G
Channel BeamConcrete19961702,508F
Channel BeamConcrete19961702,445F
Channel BeamConcrete19952722,237G
Channel BeamConcrete2003681,992G
Channel BeamConcrete1997681,454F
CulvertConcrete2012211,419G
Channel BeamConcrete19971701,290G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete199980566F
Channel BeamConcrete1996102478F
Channel BeamConcrete1995102245G
CulvertConcrete20164670G
CulvertSteel19992355F

Airports Near Elberta

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Pensacola International AirportPNSLarge Airport
Mobile Downtown AirportBFMMedium Airport
Mobile Regional AirportMOBMedium Airport
Naval Air Station Pensacola Forrest Sherman FieldNPAMedium Airport
Whiting Field Naval Air Station - NorthNSEMedium Airport
Whiting Field Naval Air Station South AirportMedium Airport
Alabama Aerial Applicators AirportSmall Airport
Atmore Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Ban Farm AirportSmall Airport
Bass FieldSmall Airport
Baswell AirportSmall Airport
Bay Minette Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Belforest FieldSmall Airport
Belforest FieldSmall Airport
Bent Oak AirportSmall Airport
Berry FieldSmall Airport
Blackwater AirfieldSmall Airport
Bohemian Hill AirportSmall Airport
Bonner Aerial Applicators AirportSmall Airport
Bonner FieldSmall Airport
Brewton Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Buchanan AirportSmall Airport
Chisenhill Agricultural Services AirportSmall Airport
Choctaw Nolf AirportSmall Airport
Chumuckla 20-20 AirportSmall Airport
Collier AirparkSmall Airport
Collier/Pine Barren AirparkSmall Airport
Dale O. Galer AerodromeSmall Airport
Dauphin Island AirportSmall Airport
Elsanor AirportSmall Airport
Flomaton AirportSmall Airport
Foley Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Garcon FieldSmall Airport
George T Mc Cutchan AirportSmall Airport
Grimes FieldSmall Airport
Griswold AirportSmall Airport
H L Sonny Callahan AirportSmall Airport
Horak AirportSmall Airport
J-22 Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Jack Edwards National AirportGUFSmall Airport
Klumpp AirportSmall Airport
Mark Reynolds/North Mobile County AirportSmall Airport
Marlow Landing StripSmall Airport
Mc Ginnis AirportSmall Airport
Mc Kinnon AirparkSmall Airport
Naval Outlying Field BarinNHXSmall Airport
Odom's Flying Service AirportSmall Airport
Pace Lake AirportSmall Airport
Pecan Ponds Farm AirportSmall Airport
Perdido Winds AirparkSmall Airport

Police Stations in Elberta

3 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Escambia County Sheriff Office12950 Gulf Beach Highway
Gulf Shores Police Department220 Clubhouse Dr
Police Department4480 Orange Beach Boulevard

Grocery Stores in Elberta

8 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Dollar General 17026Other9931 County Road 83
Dollar General 30010Other16946 CR 87
DOLLAR GENERAL 8081Other24816 State St
Elberta Food MartConvenience Store24694 Miflin Rd
Jrs Big Country Store LlcConvenience Store25931 County Road 32
McKenzie Oil Company 15Convenience Store24695 County Road 20
Shell Merri Mart 321Convenience Store25941 US Highway 98
The Grocery Store Of ElbertaGrocery Store25250 US Highway 98

DOL Wage Violations in Elberta

5 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $84,288 in back wages owed to 52 employees.

5
Violations
$84,288
Back Wages Owed
52
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Paradise Granite 36530 1 $67,049 $3,048 22
The Grocery Store of Elberta 36530 1 $10,495 $1,499 7
Hudson Home Builders 36530 1 $5,591 $1,398 4
Barber Marina 36530 1 $724 $362 2
Subway of Elberta Subway 36530 1 $429 $25 17

Churches & Religious Organizations in Elberta

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
BALDWIN COUNTY LUTHERAN SCHOOL ASSOCIATION13220A MAIN ST
CHRISTIANS UNITED MINISTRIES INC26461 BAYOU DR
ELBERTA FAITH FELLOWSHIP24481 US HIGHWAY 98
SAINT MARK LUTHERAN CHURCH13220 MAIN ST
ST ANDREWS BY THE SEA INC C/O GEORGE L MCPHERSON8914 TUSCALOOSA DR
ST BARTHOLOMEW PARISH ELBERTA12795 ILLINOIS ST
ST BENEDICT CATHOLIC SCHOOL12786 ILLINOIS ST

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Frequently Asked Questions About Elberta

What is the population of Elberta?

Elberta has a population of 2,209 residents and is located in Alabama. The population density is 316 people per square mile, spread across 6.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 44.3% female and 55.7% male.

Is Elberta expensive to live in?

Elberta is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 88.8 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $57,996, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $215,600 (24% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Elberta safe?

Elberta is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 247 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 494 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Elberta receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Elberta?

Elberta enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 313 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 69.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Elberta?

The job market in Elberta is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,159. There are 9,738 business establishments in the area, including 657 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 7.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Elberta?

The median home value in Elberta is $215,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $338,046. For renters, the median monthly rent is $900. Fair market rent is $772 for a 1-bedroom and $936 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 70.4%. The average annual property tax is $5,210.

How are the schools in Elberta?

Schools in Elberta have an average test score of 4.7 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 18.5% of adults in Elberta hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.0% have completed high school. 5.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Elberta?

The obesity rate in Elberta is 36.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 16.7% of adults are smokers. 27.1% are physically inactive. 26.2% of residents report depression. 10.0% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 81.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,311.

What is transportation like in Elberta?

The average commute in Elberta is 27 minutes. 82.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 7.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Elberta?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Elberta is 90.8% White, 1% Hispanic or Latino. 94.1% of residents speak only English at home, while 5.9% speak Spanish. 6.9% of the population are military veterans. 19.6% of residents have a disability. 82.4% have health insurance coverage.

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