Fyffe, AL

Alabama

Fyffe is a small town in Alabama with a population of 1,250. Residents earn $32,407 per year, which is 57% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,250 Population 252/sq mi density
$32,407 Median Income $24,622 per capita
$110,600 Home Value $164,149 Zillow
$550 Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
389 Violent Crime/100K 2,527 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$32,407 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$110,600 home value, $550/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
389 violent crimes/100K (2% above avg)
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $32,407
57% lower than US avg
Home Value $110,600
61% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 389/100K
2% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.8%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $550
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.1%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.4%
40% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,250
Median Age46.0 yrs
Density252/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B+
Median Income$32,407
Per Capita$24,622
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty7.4%
County GDP$3,061M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$110,600
Rent$550
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$164,149

Crime

F
Violent389/100K
Property2,527/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault292/100K
Burglary486/100K

Health

Obesity39.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.9%
Heart Disease7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain58.0 in/yr
Elevation1,279 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.8%
High School+83.5%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 87% / D 13%
Commute26 min
Libraries7

Is Fyffe a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fyffe is $32,407, 57% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fyffe is $110,600, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $550 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 389 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,527 per 100,000, 29% above the national average.

Education

7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Fyffe enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Fyffe has a population of 1,250 with a density of 252 people per square mile. The median age is 46.0 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.8%), with 3.4% Hispanic.

Population

1,250
Total Population
252
People / sq mi
46.0yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
5.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Fyffe vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Fyffe vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fyffe is $32,407, which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Fyffe vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$32,407
57% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,622
Avg Weekly Wage$969
IRS Avg AGI$54,891

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.4%
40% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,482
County GDP$3,061M

Business (County)

Restaurants101
Healthcare134
Retail256
Manufacturing98

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,308
34% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.6 min
Work from Home0.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Fyffe is $110,600, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $550 (53% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $164,149.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$110,600
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$164,149

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$550
53% 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-Occupied72.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,308
34% below US avg
Effective Rate2.09%
In Fyffe, 39.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.9% report depression. 33.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.1%
22% above US avg
Diabetes13.4%
Heart Disease7.7%
High Blood Pressure41.2%
Asthma10.8%
COPD10.4%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.6%
Physical Inactivity33.4%
Depression28.9%
Mental Distress21.7%
Physical Distress17.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.3%
Checkup Rate75.8%
Premature Death11,969/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access38.7%
Healthcare Facilities134
Fyffe has a violent crime rate of 389 per 100,000 residents, 2% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,527 per 100,000 (29% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent388.7/100K
2% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape97.2/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault291.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,526.7/100K
29% above US avg
Burglary485.9/100K
Theft2,040.8/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Fyffe has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.2°F
15% above US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall58.0 inches
53% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,279 ft (390 m)
Area5.0 sq mi (12.9 km²)
Population Density252/sq mi
Coordinates34.4490°N, 85.9052°W
County FIPS01049
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 74-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86.7%
D 12.7%

Winner: Republican by 74 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.8%
77% below US avg
High School+83.5%
School Test Score4.40
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density252/sq mi
Total Area5.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities134
Restaurants101
Retail Stores256

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.6 min
Work from Home0.9%

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