Equality, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Equality is a small town in Alabama with a population of 139.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
139 Population 26/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $39,685 per capita
$245,600 Home Value $646,884 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $245,600
13% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 40.7%
228% higher than US avg

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

People

Population139
Median Age47.5 yrs
Density26/mi²
Male / Female61% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans11.5%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$39,685
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty40.7%
County GDP$3,118M
Commute29 min

Housing

Home Value$245,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$646,884

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.8%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain60.2 in/yr
Elevation640 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+86.3%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 24%
Commute29 min
Broadband56.0%
Libraries3

Is Equality a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 40.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Equality is $245,600, 13% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 86.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Equality enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 60.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Equality has a population of 139 with a density of 26 people per square mile. The median age is 47.5 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95%), with 5% Hispanic.

Population

139
Total Population
26
People / sq mi
47.5yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
5.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.2%
Female 38.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Equality vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Equality vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Equality is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 40.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Equality vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$39,685
Avg Weekly Wage$923
IRS Avg AGI$71,200

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate40.7%
228% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,787
County GDP$3,118M

Business (County)

Restaurants127
Healthcare105
Retail218
Manufacturing51

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,605
54% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.6 min
Drive Alone80.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home19.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Equality is $245,600, 13% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $646,884.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$245,600
13% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$646,884
Median List Price$70,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$70,000
$/Sq Ft$130
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

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-Occupied80.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,605
54% below US avg
Effective Rate0.65%
In Equality, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.8% report depression. 28.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.6%
23% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure37.1%
Asthma11.1%
COPD8.1%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.2%
Physical Inactivity28.5%
Depression27.8%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress14.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.4%
Checkup Rate78.1%
Premature Death9,508/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access51.1%
Healthcare Facilities105

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Equality has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 60.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average62.5°F
16% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall60.2 inches
58% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation640 ft (195 m)
Area5.3 sq mi (13.6 km²)
Population Density26/sq mi
Coordinates32.7657°N, 86.1232°W
County FIPS01051
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 35.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.1-point margin. 56.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.6%
D 23.6%

Winner: Republican by 52.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+86.3%
School Test Score4.40
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density26/sq mi
Total Area5.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access56.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities105
Restaurants127
Retail Stores218

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.6 min
Drive Alone80.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home19.2%

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