Flomaton, AL

Alabama

Flomaton is a small town in Alabama with a population of 1,675. Residents earn $36,250 per year, which is 52% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,675 Population 329/sq mi density
$36,250 Median Income $20,302 per capita
$100,000 Home Value $138,013 Zillow
$697 Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
1,055 Violent Crime/100K 4,360 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$36,250 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$100,000 home value, $697/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
1,055 violent crimes/100K (178% above avg)
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,250
52% lower than US avg
Home Value $100,000
65% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 1,055/100K
178% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.9%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent $697
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.8%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 37.6%
203% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,675
Median Age31.6 yrs
Density329/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 58%

Economy

C
Median Income$36,250
Per Capita$20,302
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty37.6%
County GDP$1,686M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$100,000
Rent$697
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$138,013

Crime

F
Violent1,055/100K
Property4,360/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault844/100K
Burglary774/100K

Health

Obesity41.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain65.3 in/yr
Elevation98 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+18.9%
High School+78.7%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 27%
Commute26 min
Libraries4

Is Flomaton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Flomaton receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Flomaton has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Flomaton is $36,250, 52% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 37.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Flomaton is $100,000, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $697 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 1,055 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,360 per 100,000, 122% above the national average.

Education

18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Flomaton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 65.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Flomaton has a population of 1,675 with a density of 329 people per square mile. The median age is 31.6 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (58%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 38% Black.

Population

1,675
Total Population
329
People / sq mi
31.6yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
5.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.1%
Female 57.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Flomaton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Flomaton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Flomaton is $36,250, which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 37.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Flomaton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,250
52% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,302
Avg Weekly Wage$988
IRS Avg AGI$54,784

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate37.6%
203% above US avg
Establishments (County)934
County GDP$1,686M

Business (County)

Restaurants76
Healthcare67
Retail159
Manufacturing41

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,823
48% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.6 min
Work from Home0.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Flomaton is $100,000, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $697 (40% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $138,013.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$100,000
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$138,013

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$124
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops12.5%
Inventory8

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$697
40% 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-Occupied50.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,823
48% below US avg
Effective Rate1.82%
In Flomaton, 41.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.8% report depression. 30.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.8%
30% above US avg
Diabetes13.9%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure41.2%
Asthma11.1%
COPD8.6%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.7%
Physical Inactivity30.5%
Depression25.8%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress15.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.2%
Checkup Rate78.9%
Premature Death15,045/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access38.7%
Healthcare Facilities67
Flomaton has a violent crime rate of 1,055 per 100,000 residents, 178% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,360 per 100,000 (122% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent1,054.9/100K
178% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape70.3/100K
Robbery140.7/100K
Assault843.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property4,360.1/100K
122% above US avg
Burglary773.6/100K
Theft3,305.2/100K
Vehicle Theft281.3/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Flomaton has an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 65.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

51°F Jan (11°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average67.3°F
25% above US avg
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall65.3 inches
72% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation98 ft (30 m)
Area5.1 sq mi (13.2 km²)
Population Density329/sq mi
Coordinates31.0148°N, 87.2560°W
County FIPS01053
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.9%
D 26.6%

Winner: Republican by 46.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.9%
44% below US avg
High School+78.7%
School Test Score4.40
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density329/sq mi
Total Area5.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities67
Restaurants76
Retail Stores159

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.6 min
Work from Home0.4%

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