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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 98.1% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.9% |
| 86% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $36,250 |
| 52% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $20,302 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $988 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $54,784 |
| Unemployment | 4.1% |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 37.6% |
| 203% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 934 |
| County GDP | $1,686M |
| Restaurants | 76 |
| Healthcare | 67 |
| Retail | 159 |
| Manufacturing | 41 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,823 |
| 48% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.82% |
| Commute Time | 25.6 min |
| Work from Home | 0.4% |
| Census Median | $100,000 |
| 65% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $138,013 |
| $/Sq Ft | $124 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.0% |
| Price Drops | 12.5% |
| Inventory | 8 |
| Census Median Rent | $697 |
| 40% below US avg |
| Studio | $716 |
| 1 Bedroom | $772 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $936 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,206 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,381 |
| Owner-Occupied | 50.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,823 |
| 48% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.82% |
| Obesity | 41.8% |
| 30% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 41.2% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 8.6% |
| Stroke | 4.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.5% |
| Depression | 25.8% |
| Mental Distress | 20.3% |
| Physical Distress | 15.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 93.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.9% |
| Premature Death | 15,045/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 38.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 67 |
| Total Violent | 1,054.9/100K |
| 178% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 70.3/100K |
| Robbery | 140.7/100K |
| Assault | 843.9/100K |
| Total Property | 4,360.1/100K |
| 122% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 773.6/100K |
| Theft | 3,305.2/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 281.3/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 67.3°F |
| 25% above US avg | |
| January Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 65.3 inches |
| 72% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 98 ft (30 m) |
| Area | 5.1 sq mi (13.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 329/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.0148°N, 87.2560°W |
| County FIPS | 01053 |
Winner: Republican by 46.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 18.9% |
| 44% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 78.7% |
| School Test Score | 4.40 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 329/sq mi |
| Total Area | 5.1 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 67 |
| Restaurants | 76 |
| Retail Stores | 159 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 25.6 min |
| Work from Home | 0.4% |