Five Points, AL

Alabama

Five Points is a small town in Alabama with a population of 162.

1.7 /5.0
D Poor
162 Population 157/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $18,980 per capita
$143,800 Home Value $180,043 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.7 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $143,800
49% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.6%
74% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.8%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.6%
15% lower than US avg

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

People

Population162
Median Age49.5 yrs
Density157/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 59%
Veterans6.6%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$18,980
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty10.6%
County GDP$5,276M
Commute24 min

Housing

Home Value$143,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$180,043

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.6%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain53.0 in/yr
Elevation877 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.6%
High School+91.4%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 38%
Commute24 min
Broadband54.0%
Libraries2

Is Five Points a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Five Points receives an overall livability score of 1.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Five Points faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. 10.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Five Points is $143,800, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

8.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Five Points enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Five Points has a population of 162 with a density of 157 people per square mile. The median age is 49.5 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (58.6%), with 40.7% Black.

Population

162
Total Population
157
People / sq mi
49.5yrs
Median Age
27% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.7%
Female 59.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Five Points vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Five Points vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Five Points is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Five Points vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$18,980
Avg Weekly Wage$1,089
IRS Avg AGI$60,952

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.6%
15% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,831
County GDP$5,276M

Business (County)

Restaurants178
Healthcare170
Retail313
Manufacturing94

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,569
2% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.1 min
Drive Alone92.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Five Points is $143,800, 49% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $180,043.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$143,800
49% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$180,043

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$117
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio91.7%
Price Drops0.0%

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-Occupied90.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,569
2% above US avg
Effective Rate2.48%
In Five Points, 40.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.6% report depression. 31.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Five Points vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.8%
27% above US avg
Diabetes14.2%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure41.9%
Asthma10.5%
COPD7.0%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.4%
Physical Inactivity31.1%
Depression21.6%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.5%
Checkup Rate75.4%
Premature Death12,478/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access64.3%
Healthcare Facilities170

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Five Points has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.9°F
15% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.0 inches
40% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation877 ft (267 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density157/sq mi
Coordinates33.0173°N, 85.3516°W
County FIPS13285
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 8.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.4-point margin. 54.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62%
D 37.6%

Winner: Republican by 24.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.6%
74% below US avg
High School+91.4%
School Test Score4.40
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density157/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access54.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities170
Restaurants178
Retail Stores313

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.1 min
Drive Alone92.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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