Florence, AL
Full City Profile · Alabama · Lauderdale County County
Florence, AL
At a Glance
How Florence Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Florence's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Florence a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Florence residents earn a median household income of $50,396 , which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,129. The unemployment rate stands at 5.9% (64% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,558 business establishments, including 199 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Florence is $174,100 , 38% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $216,557. Median rent is $784/month, with 27.3% 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
Florence reports 636 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 67% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,034/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
31.1% of adults in Florence hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% below the national average). 90.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Florence has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.6 inches.