Goshen, AL

Alabama

Goshen is a small town in Alabama with a population of 378. Residents earn $49,013 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
378 Population 148/sq mi density
$49,013 Median Income $24,485 per capita
$115,000 Home Value $131,458 Zillow
$868 Median Rent 27.5% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature 306 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$49,013 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$115,000 home value, $868/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
16.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,013
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $115,000
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.9%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $868
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.0%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population378
Median Age42.9 yrs
Density148/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 63%
Veterans14.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$49,013
Per Capita$24,485
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty8.0%
County GDP$606M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$115,000
Rent$868
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$131,458
Housing Units193
Rent Burden27.5%

Health

Obesity39.2%
Uninsured9.7%
Smoking15.2%
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain54.6 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation330 ft (101 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.9%
High School+88.1%
Graduate+4.6%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute20 min
Broadband74.2%
Libraries2

Is Goshen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Goshen receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Goshen offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Goshen is $49,013, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. 8.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Goshen is $115,000, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $868 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Goshen enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 306 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 54.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Goshen has a population of 378 with a density of 148 people per square mile. The median age is 42.9 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (63.2%), with 34.1% Black.

Population

378
Total Population
148
People / sq mi
42.9yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.4%
Female 52.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Goshen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.1%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.9%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Goshen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Goshen is $49,013, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Goshen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,013
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,485
Avg Weekly Wage$928
IRS Avg AGI$52,628

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)300
County GDP$606M

Business (County)

Restaurants16
Healthcare15
Retail36
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,500
57% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.8 min
Drive Alone83.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Goshen is $115,000, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $868 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $131,458.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$115,000
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$131,458

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$868
25% below US avg
Rent Burden27.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$716
1 Bedroom$772
2 Bedrooms$936
3 Bedrooms$1,206
4 Bedrooms$1,381

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.5%
Housing Units193
Median Year Built1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,500
57% below US avg
Effective Rate1.30%
In Goshen, 39.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.7% of residents lack health insurance. 15.2% are current smokers. 24.4% report depression. 24.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.2%
22% above US avg
Diabetes12.1%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure38.7%
Asthma10.2%
COPD6.9%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.2%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity24.5%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress13.1%
Short Sleep38.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.3%
Uninsured9.7%
13% above US avg
Checkup Rate78.0%
Dental Visits56.0%
Premature Death13,952/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access14.8%
Healthcare Facilities15
Goshen has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.6 inches. The area enjoys 306 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average64.5°F
19% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.6 inches
44% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation330 ft (101 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.6 km²)
Population Density148/sq mi
Coordinates31.7200°N, 86.1232°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS01041
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.7-point margin. 74.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.2%
D 22.5%

Winner: Republican by 54.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.9%
50% below US avg
High School+88.1%
Graduate Degree+4.6%
School Test Score4.40
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density148/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.2%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities15
Restaurants16
Retail Stores36

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.8 min
Drive Alone83.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.1%

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