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Falkville, AL

Alabama · Morgan County · Decatur Metro

Falkville is a small town in Alabama with a population of 1,464. Residents earn $43,145 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,464 Population 344/sq mi density
$43,145 Median Income $23,092 per capita
$118,300 Home Value $197,985 Zillow
$666 Median Rent 22.4% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
124 Violent Crime/100K 2,280 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$43,145 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$118,300 home value, $666/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
124 violent crimes/100K (67% below avg)
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $43,145
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $118,300
58% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 124/100K
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.4%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent $666
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.4%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.3%
9% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,464
Median Age56.0 yrs
Density344/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Veterans8.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$43,145
Per Capita$23,092
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty11.3%
County GDP$8,389M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$118,300
Rent$666
Ownership79.5%
Zillow$197,985
Housing Units519
Rent Burden22.4%

Crime

F
Violent124/100K
Property2,280/100K

Health

Obesity36.4%
Uninsured9.6%
Smoking16.0%
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain58.7 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation598 ft (182 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.4%
High School+86.4%
Graduate+4.2%
School Score4.99

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute21 min
Broadband68.7%
EV Stations3
Libraries6

Is Falkville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Falkville receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Falkville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Falkville is $43,145, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. 11.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Falkville is $118,300, 58% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $666 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Falkville is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 124 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,280 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

6.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5/10.

Climate & Weather

Falkville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 58.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Falkville has a population of 1,464 with a density of 344 people per square mile, spread across 3.8 square miles. The median age is 56.0 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.2% female and 48.8% male. The city is predominantly White (81.8%), with 3.8% Hispanic, 4.6% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.2% of residents. 8.1% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 18.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.9% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,464
Total Population
344
People / sq mi
56.0yrs
Median Age
44% above US avg
3.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Falkville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.2%
21% above US avg
Spanish 4.8%
64% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Falkville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Falkville is $43,145, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,092 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,153, 19% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 3,362 business establishments, including 216 restaurants. The cost of living index is 88.8, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Falkville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,145
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,092
Avg Weekly Wage$1,153
IRS Avg AGI$70,673
Gini Index0.449 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.3%
9% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,362
County GDP$8,389M

Business (County)

Restaurants216
Healthcare353
Retail474
Manufacturing163

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,940
45% below US avg
Cost of Living88.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.2 min
Drive Alone89.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Falkville is $118,300, 58% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $197,985, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $666 (43% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $772 for a one-bedroom to $936 for a two-bedroom apartment. 79.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 519 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1973. The average annual property tax is $1,940 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 22.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$118,300
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$197,985

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$666
43% below US avg
Rent Burden22.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership79.5%
Owner-Occupied79.5%
Renter-Occupied20.5%
Housing Units519
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,940
45% below US avg
Effective Rate1.64%
In Falkville, 36.4% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.7% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.6% of residents. 37.4% have high blood pressure. 16.0% are current smokers. 17.1% report binge drinking. 26.4% are physically inactive. 26.6% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.3% experience frequent mental distress. 9.6% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,963. The dentist ratio is 1:1,911. 71.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.0 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.4%
13% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure37.4%
Asthma10.0%
COPD6.9%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.0%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity26.4%
Depression26.6%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress13.3%
Short Sleep37.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.9%
Uninsured9.6%
12% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,963
Dentists1:1,911
Mental Health1:579
Checkup Rate76.3%
Dental Visits60.1%
Premature Death12,502/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access71.8%
Healthcare Facilities353
Falkville has a violent crime rate of 124 per 100,000 residents, 67% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,280 per 100,000, 16% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 20 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Falkville receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent124.0/100K
67% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property2,279.8/100K
16% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20
Traffic Accidents209
Avg Accident Severity2.5 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Falkville enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 301 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 58.7 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 598 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average59.9°F
11% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Geography

Elevation598 ft (182 m)
Area3.8 sq mi (9.8 km²)
Population Density344/sq mi
Coordinates34.3770°N, 86.9095°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyMorgan County County
Nearest AirportPryor Field Regional (DCU)
19 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 58.7"
54% above US avg
Wettest Month (Mar) 6.57"
Driest Month (Aug) 3.39"

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0460 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)7.1 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score88.8 / 100
Social Vulnerability60.9 / 100
Community Resilience47.9 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

Earthquake History

85 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M2.6 on Feb 25, 2025.

Apr 29, 2003 8 km S of Valley Head, Alabama M4.6 118 km
Dec 8, 2001 5 km SW of Pleasant Groves, Alabama M3.9 72 km
Aug 19, 2004 8 km W of Brantleyville, Alabama M3.6 131 km
May 9, 2004 8 km WNW of Brantleyville, Alabama M3.3 128 km
Jul 15, 1995 21 km SSW of Berry, Alabama M3.3 122 km
Jun 23, 1990 12 km E of Vernon, Alabama M3.2 119 km
Apr 5, 1994 10 km N of Trenton, Georgia M3.2 146 km
May 6, 2010 11 km ENE of Whitesboro, Alabama M3.2 91 km
Mar 21, 2001 7 km ESE of Trenton, Georgia M3.2 145 km
Sep 2, 1990 12 km NW of Fayette, Alabama M3.2 116 km
May 10, 2020 7 km SSE of Sewanee, Tennessee M3.1 126 km
Apr 29, 2003 7 km E of Fort Payne, Alabama M3.1 117 km
May 2, 2003 8 km S of Valley Head, Alabama M3.1 120 km
Jun 23, 1990 8 km N of Belk, Alabama M3.1 120 km
Jun 28, 2008 7 km WNW of Brookwood, Alabama M3.1 130 km
May 4, 1994 12 km NNW of Addison, Alabama M3.0 32 km
May 4, 2007 4 km SSW of Jasper, Alabama M3.0 74 km
May 28, 2000 3 km NE of Fayette, Alabama M3.0 112 km
Sep 13, 2011 1 km NNW of Leeds, Alabama M3.0 97 km
May 4, 1994 2 km NNW of Addison, Alabama M3.0 31 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Opal (1995, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
1995 Opal Category 1 256 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

797 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 267 fatalities, 3,202 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 27, 2011 EF5 86 km 25
Apr 4, 1977 EF5 95 km 22
Apr 3, 1974 EF5 53 km 28
Apr 3, 1974 EF5 38 km 16
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 89 km 14
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 35 km 6
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 84 km 22
Feb 6, 2008 EF4 35 km 4
Nov 24, 2001 EF4 67 km 0
May 18, 1995 EF4 87 km 3
May 18, 1995 EF4 52 km 1
Nov 15, 1989 EF4 39 km 21
Apr 3, 1974 EF4 79 km 11
Mar 6, 1967 EF4 79 km 2
Mar 11, 1963 EF4 53 km 2
Nov 18, 1957 EF4 57 km 3
Nov 17, 1957 EF4 59 km 4
Apr 15, 1956 EF4 98 km 25
Apr 24, 1955 EF4 13 km 5
Mar 22, 1952 EF4 26 km 4
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (3,112 ac, 2014).

Year Name Acres Distance
2014 UNNAMED 3,112 46 km
2020 BK OWL CREEK 2,838 33 km
2014 UNNAMED 2,822 34 km
2017 UNNAMED 2,764 43 km
2019 UNNAMED 2,710 32 km
2011 GREEN TOWER 2,653 26 km
2016 UNNAMED 2,602 33 km
2017 UNNAMED 2,442 42 km
1994 UNNAMED 2,394 76 km
2015 BIG TREE 2,288 47 km
2018 UNNAMED 2,264 36 km
2010 BALLS MT. 2,229 53 km
2015 UNNAMED 2,160 34 km
2014 UNNAMED 2,143 53 km
2017 UNNAMED 2,114 33 km
2021 BK LEOLA/WARREN 2,007 34 km
2024 BNK MILL CREEK RX 1,959 42 km
2010 STINSON GAP 1,922 36 km
2013 UNNAMED 1,845 38 km
2018 UNNAMED 1,826 38 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 5.3 in Coldest
February 44°F (7°C) 4.9 in
March 52°F (11°C) 6.6 in Wettest
April 60°F (15°C) 5.0 in
May 68°F (20°C) 5.0 in
June 75°F (24°C) 4.2 in
July 78°F (25°C) 4.7 in
August 78°F (25°C) 3.4 in Warmest, Driest
September 72°F (22°C) 4.3 in
October 61°F (16°C) 3.4 in
November 51°F (10°C) 4.7 in
December 43°F (6°C) 5.8 in

Falkville has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 41°F in January to 78°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 57.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.6") and August the driest (3.4").

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Falkville is located in Morgan County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 6.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 81% below the national average of 33.7%. 86.4% have completed high school. 4.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 75.8% of the vote, a 52.6-point margin. 68.7% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 3 EV charging stations. There are 6 public libraries serving the community. 353 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 89.3% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.8%
D 23.2%

Winner: Republican by 52.6 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20
Traffic Accidents209
Avg Accident Severity2.5 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.4%
81% below US avg
High School+86.4%
Graduate Degree+4.2%
School Test Score4.99
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3Metro / under 250K
Population Density344/sq mi
Total Area3.8 sq mi
CountyMorgan County County

Services

Broadband Access68.7%
Avg Download Speed190.8 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed25.2 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities353
Restaurants216
Retail Stores474

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.2 min
Drive Alone89.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.5%
Average costs for common services in Falkville. 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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$589
Toddler$583
Preschool$550
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$633
Toddler$606
Preschool$606
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Morgan County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 13,573 216 $84,199 3.14
Retail Trade 5,620 482 $36,771 1.07
Health Care & Social Assistance 4,428 531 $47,104 0.59
Accommodation & Food Services 4,406 253 $21,081 0.92
Construction 3,790 335 $73,671 1.37
Administrative & Waste Services 3,314 174 $33,549 1.07
Wholesale Trade 2,162 185 $68,802 1.04
Professional & Technical Services 1,646 286 $76,652 0.45
Transportation & Warehousing 1,526 93 $66,411 0.68
Finance & Insurance 1,321 203 $78,150 0.62
Other Services 1,147 193 $50,113 0.72
Management of Companies 604 20 $114,363 0.68
Real Estate 475 118 $53,074 0.58
Arts & Entertainment 337 29 $19,768 0.38
Information & Technology 301 49 $76,417 0.31
Educational Services 125 20 $30,521 0.11
Mining & Oil/Gas 98 5 $74,248 0.49
Utilities 80 9 $158,710 0.40
Agriculture & Forestry 65 25 $51,500 0.15

Schools in Falkville

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Falkville High School High 411 22 18.7:1
Falkville Elementary School Elementary 332 18 18.4:1
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Radio Stations near Falkville

9 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
100.3 The River - WQRV - Meridianville/Huntsville, AL classic hits AAC
106. 1 WTAK Huntsville's Classic Rock classic rock AAC
Sports Radio the Ump sports AAC+ 48 kbps
WLRH 89.3 FM HD2 Huntsville, AL local music, local news AAC 128 kbps
WBHP 800 AAC
WLRH 89.3 FM HD3 Huntsville, AL npr, public radio AAC 128 kbps
106.1 WTAK classic rock, rock AAC
WLRH 89.3 FM HD1 Huntsville, AL local music, local news AAC 128 kbps
102.1 WDRM - Decatur/Huntsville, AL country AAC

Campgrounds Near Falkville

4 campgrounds found near Falkville.

NameRatingSitesPrice
CORINTH RECREATION AREA 4.5/5 61 $22–$58
CLEAR CREEK (AL) 4.2/5 105 $24–$85
HOUSTON RECREATION AREA Free
HOUSTON SHELTER 1 Free

National Parks Near Falkville

11 national parks and monuments found near Falkville.

ParkTypeFee
Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument National Monument Free
Buck's Pocket State Park State Park Free
Cathedral Caverns State Park State Park Free
David Crockett State Park Free
Hurricane Creek Park State Park Free
Joe Wheeler State Park State Park Free
Lake Guntersville State Park State Park Free
Monte Sano State Park State Park Free
Rickwood Caverns State Park State Park Free
Tims Ford State Park Free
Tims Ford State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Falkville

8 trails found near Falkville.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
FLINT CREEK MULTIPLE USE LOOPA 11.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
PINE TORCH HORSE LOOP 10.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
KEY MILL HORSE LOOP 9.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FLINT CREEK MULTIPLE USE LOOPB 5.3 NATIVE MATERIAL
LOOKOUT WILD HIKING TRAIL 4.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BRAZIEL CREEK WILD HIKING 3.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BRUSHY CREEK HORSE LOOP 3.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BORDEN CREEK WILD HIKING 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes

Museums in Falkville

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
PEINHARDT LIVING HISTORY FARM FOUND ATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION$46,229
BLUE AND GREY MUSEUM OF NORTH ALABAMAHISTORY MUSEUM2563504018$34,828
COOKS NATURAL SCIENCE MUSEUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM412 13TH ST SE2563509347
CULLMAN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
CULLMAN COUNTY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8005331258
HARTSELLE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION307 COLLEGE ST NE
HARTSELLE MILITARY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2562277308
MORGAN COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
OLD STATE BANKGENERAL MUSEUM952 BANK STREET NE2563414818
STEPHEN JONAH KING COMMUNITY PRESERVATION GROUPHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Falkville

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
DECATUR PUBLIC LIBRARY504 CHERRY STREET NE0.0229,976
CULLMAN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY200 CLARK STREET NE0.0102,615
HARTSELLE - WILLIAM BRADFORD HUIE LIBRARY OF HARTSELLE152 SPARKMAN STREET NW0.021,092
SOMERVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY192 BROAD STREET0.010,162
FALKVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY7 NORTH 1ST AVENUE0.07,920
EVA PUBLIC LIBRARY4549 HIGHWAY 55 EAST0.05,715
LINDA DURAN PUBLIC LIBRARY103 FAYE DRIVE0.05,234

Farmers Markets in Falkville

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Festhalle Farmers Market209 1st Ave NE04/01/2017 to 10/31/2017Tue: 7:00 AM-2:00 PM;Thu: 7:00 AM-2:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-2:00 PM;Visit
Hartselle Farmers MarketSparkman Street Southwest
Morgan County-Decatur Farmers Market211 1st Ave SE04/23/2016 to 06/20/2016Mon: 7:00 AM-3:00 PM;Wed: 7:00 AM-3:00 PM;Fri: 7:00 AM-3:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-3:00 PM;
The Market at Good Shepherd3809 Spring Ave, SW08/01/2016 to 10/31/2016Mon: 2:00 PM-6:00 PM;

Clinics in Falkville

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Falkville Medical Clinic

Gas Stations in Falkville

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Love's
Love's

Breweries in Falkville

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Jt's Package StoreFood & Dining, Beverages, Breweries, Wine, Retail Shopping, Convenience Stores2121 Beltline Rd S W2563508967
Windmill BeveragesFood & Dining, Beverages, Breweries3709 Us Highway 31 S2563534069

Nursing Homes in Falkville

2 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
FALKVILLE HEALTH CARE CENTER
10 WEST 3RD STREET PO BOX 409
For profit - Corporation 116 102 5/5 5/5 5/5 2567845291
SUMMERFORD NURSING HOME INC
4087 HIGHWAY 31 SOUTHWEST
For profit - Corporation 216 206 4/5 4/5 2/5 2567845275

Pharmacies in Falkville

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
SUMMERFORD NURSING HOME 4087 UNITED STATES HIGHWAY 31 SOUTHWEST 256-784-5275

Cell Towers in Falkville

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
TRINITY MOUNTAINTOWER122
9363 COUNTY ROAD 214 (70387)GTOWER111
HANCEVILLE; 2715 COUNTY ROAD #587TOWER111
4020 MOUNTAIN VALLEY ROADTOWER98
INTERSECTION OF VINE AND SYCAMORE 201 VINE STREETTOWER96
318 Gravel Ridge Road (114996)LTOWER95
901 Black RoadTOWER94
1849 TANNER DRIVE, N.W.TOWER81
.6 MI W OF I65 .6 MI SSW OF I65 & SR36 JCT 1742 BYRD ROADTOWER81
301 Campground Road (154537)LTOWER79
FAULKVILLE; 23317 US HWY 31TOWER76
4820 BELLE TOWER (64497)LTOWER61
401 McEntire Lane (104554)MTOWER58

Fire Stations in Falkville

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Ebenezer Fire and Rescue1216 E Lacon RDVolunteer256-784-9593
Falkville Fire/Rescue22 Railroad AVEVolunteer256-784-5009

Bridges in Falkville

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete continuous19682133,220F
CulvertConcrete continuous19682530,930F
CulvertConcrete19685230,930F
CulvertConcrete19643630,930F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous196423020,489F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous196423020,489F
Tee BeamConcrete196817016,610F
Tee BeamConcrete196817016,610F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196424015,465F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196424015,465F
Tee BeamConcrete196436215,465F
Tee BeamConcrete196436215,465F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous196432415,465F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous196432415,465F
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete20212009,130G
CulvertConcrete continuous1953447,390G
CulvertConcrete continuous1953215,290F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19512385,290F
CulvertConcrete1959585,160F
Tee BeamConcrete19531704,335G
CulvertConcrete continuous1951243,970G
CulvertConcrete continuous1968213,322F
CulvertConcrete1968213,322F
Tee BeamConcrete19562382,065F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19683081,979F
Channel BeamConcrete20021201,750G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19682661,742F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous19642831,484F
CulvertConcrete1950221,440F
Tee BeamConcrete19221861,440F
CulvertConcrete2011581,330G
CulvertConcrete200343960G
CulvertConcrete193026960G
CulvertSteel198234800F
CulvertConcrete200343791G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2014240760G
CulvertConcrete202337710G
SlabConcrete192353450F
CulvertConcrete201358440G
CulvertConcrete continuous196030290F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1968308218F
CulvertConcrete200022200G
Channel BeamConcrete197468145F
CulvertConcrete200031100G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19504880F
Channel BeamConcrete20178810G

Superfund Sites Near Falkville

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
BUNGE DECATUR1400 MARKET STREETMORGAN
CAPITAL POWER - DECATUR ENERGY CENTER2024 HIGHWAY 20 WESTMORGAN

Airports Near Falkville

41 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Huntsville International AirportHSVMedium Airport
Northwest Alabama Regional AirportMSLMedium Airport
Redstone Army Air FieldHUAMedium Airport
Addison Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Albertville Regional Airport/Thomas J Brumlik FieldSmall Airport
Ardmore AirportSmall Airport
Beechwood AirparkSmall Airport
Big River AirparkSmall Airport
Big Sky AirportSmall Airport
Courtland AirportSmall Airport
Cullman Regional Airport-Folsom FieldSmall Airport
Dugger's FieldSmall Airport
Elam's Landing AirportSmall Airport
Elk Haven AirportSmall Airport
Elkwood AirparkSmall Airport
Epps AirparkSmall Airport
Fayetteville Municipal AirportFYMSmall Airport
Flint River Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Frerichs AirportSmall Airport
Guntersville Municipal Joe Starnes FieldSmall Airport
Hartselle-Morgan County Regional AirportSmall Airport
Hazel Green Acres AirportSmall Airport
Hazel Green AirportSmall Airport
J5 Mike AirportSmall Airport
Madison County Executive Airport-Tom Sharp Jr FieldSmall Airport
McCall AirportSmall Airport
Milton AirportSmall Airport
Moontown AirportSmall Airport
Mount Aero Lake Farm AirportSmall Airport
New Horizon AirportSmall Airport
Parker FieldSmall Airport
Peterson FieldSmall Airport
Posey FieldSmall Airport
Pryor Field Regional AirportDCUSmall Airport
Robbins FieldSmall Airport
Rocky Springs AirparkSmall Airport
Tranquility Base AirportSmall Airport
Turkey Creek AirportSmall Airport
Upper Fort Hampton StripSmall Airport
Walker County Airport Bevill FieldSmall Airport
Wilson Creek AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Falkville

8 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Cullman County Sheriffs Office1910 Beech Avenue Southeast
Cullman Police Department601 2nd Avenue Northeast
Decatur City Hall
Huntsville Police Department Gun Range
Morgan County Sheriff
Police Training Building
Triana Police Department640 6th Street
Trinity Police Department21 Lile Street

Grocery Stores in Falkville

4 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
DOLLAR GENERAL 11230Other262 E Pike Rd
Falkville IncConvenience Store101 Highway 55 E
Love's Travel Stops & country Stores Inc 381Convenience Store64 E Pike Rd
MR QUICKConvenience Store4696 Highway 31 SW

Post Offices in Falkville

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Falkville Post Office

Treatment Centers in Falkville

7 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
BHG Cullman Treatment Center - TTC LLCSubstance Abuse256-739-5595
Decatur Morgan Hospital - Another ChanceSubstance Abuse256-973-6190
Family Life Center IncSubstance Abuse256-355-3703
Lighthouse IncSubstance Abuse256-796-0013
MHCNCA Inc - The Albany Clinic for ChildrenMental Health256-260-7306
WellStone IncSubstance Abuse256-734-4688 x3971
WellStone IncBoth256-734-4688

DOL Wage Violations in Falkville

3 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $9,401 in back wages owed to 11 employees.

3
Violations
$9,401
Back Wages Owed
11
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
MRC Transportation 35622 1 $5,553 $1,851 3
Straightline Drywall & Acoustical, LLC 35622 2 $3,168 $634 5
All American Driving Academy, Inc. 35622 1 $680 $227 3

Churches & Religious Organizations in Falkville

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CEDAR PLAINS CHRISTIAN CHURCHPO BOX 603
FAIRVIEW CHURCH OF GOD4154 HUCKABY BRIDGE RD
SAINT MARY MAGDALENE CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY INCORPORATED200 ZEKE HOLLOW RD
TEXAS FELLOWSHIP OF COWBOY CHURCHES3544 W LACON RD

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Frequently Asked Questions About Falkville

What is the population of Falkville?

Falkville has a population of 1,464 residents and is located in Alabama. The population density is 344 people per square mile, spread across 3.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 56.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.2% female and 48.8% male.

Is Falkville expensive to live in?

Falkville 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 $43,145, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $118,300 (58% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $666 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Falkville safe?

Falkville is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 124 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,280 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Falkville receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Falkville?

Falkville enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 58.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Falkville?

The job market in Falkville is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,153. There are 3,362 business establishments in the area, including 216 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 0.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Falkville?

The median home value in Falkville is $118,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $197,985. For renters, the median monthly rent is $666. Fair market rent is $772 for a 1-bedroom and $936 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 79.5%. The average annual property tax is $1,940.

How are the schools in Falkville?

Schools in Falkville score 5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 6.4% of adults in Falkville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.4% have completed high school. 4.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Falkville?

The obesity rate in Falkville is 36.4% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 16.0% of adults are smokers. 26.4% are physically inactive. 26.6% of residents report depression. 9.6% lack health insurance. 71.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,963.

What is transportation like in Falkville?

The average commute in Falkville is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 89.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Falkville?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Falkville is 81.8% White, 4.6% Black or African American, 3.8% Hispanic or Latino. 95.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 4.8% speak Spanish. 8.1% of the population are military veterans. 18.9% of residents have a disability. 89.9% have health insurance coverage.

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