Florala, AL
Full City Profile · Alabama · Covington County County
Florala, AL
At a Glance
How Florala Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Florala's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Florala a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Florala residents earn a median household income of $34,857 , which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,398. The unemployment rate stands at 2.3% (36% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,134 business establishments, including 67 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Florala is $81,000 , 71% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $131,911. Median rent is $581/month, with 26.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 88.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1973.
Safety & Crime
Florala reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 450/100K.
Education
6.1% of adults in Florala hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below the national average). 80.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Florala has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 59.8 inches.