Grant, AL

Alabama

Grant is a small town in Alabama with a population of 1,410. Residents earn $88,571 per year, which is 18% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
1,410 Population 762/sq mi density
$88,571 Median Income $30,322 per capita
$222,200 Home Value $274,215 Zillow
$527 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
1,091 Violent Crime/100K 8,179 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$88,571 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$222,200 home value, $527/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
1,091 violent crimes/100K (187% above avg)
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $88,571
18% higher than US avg
Home Value $222,200
21% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 1,091/100K
187% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.0%
20% lower than US avg
Median Rent $527
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.7%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.0%
76% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,410
Median Age29.4 yrs
Density762/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

A+
Median Income$88,571
Per Capita$30,322
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty3.0%
County GDP$5,278M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$222,200
Rent$527
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$274,215

Crime

F
Violent1,091/100K
Property8,179/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault654/100K
Burglary3,162/100K

Health

Obesity34.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain58.1 in/yr
Elevation1,228 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.0%
High School+87.4%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 14%
Commute32 min
Libraries6

Is Grant a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Grant receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates. Grant offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Grant is $88,571, 18% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Grant is $222,200, 21% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $527 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 1,091 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 8,179 per 100,000, 317% above the national average.

Education

27.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Grant enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Grant has a population of 1,410 with a density of 762 people per square mile. The median age is 29.4 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.3%), with 1.9% Hispanic.

Population

1,410
Total Population
762
People / sq mi
29.4yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.7%
Female 53.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Grant vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.6%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.4%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Grant vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Grant is $88,571, which is 18% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Grant vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,571
18% above US avg
Per Capita Income$30,322
Avg Weekly Wage$927
IRS Avg AGI$63,765

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.0%
76% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,582
County GDP$5,278M

Business (County)

Restaurants208
Healthcare196
Retail424
Manufacturing112

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,624
25% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.6 min
Work from Home3.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Grant is $222,200, 21% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $527 (55% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $274,215.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$222,200
21% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$274,215
Median List Price$239,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$239,900
$/Sq Ft$175
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio99.5%
Price Drops14.3%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$527
55% 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-Occupied83.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,624
25% below US avg
Effective Rate1.18%
In Grant, 34.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.0% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.7%
8% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure35.1%
Asthma9.9%
COPD6.7%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity24.8%
Depression27.0%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.5%
Checkup Rate76.3%
Premature Death12,809/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access52.4%
Healthcare Facilities196
Grant has a violent crime rate of 1,091 per 100,000 residents, 187% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 8,179 per 100,000 (317% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent1,090.5/100K
187% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape109.1/100K
Robbery327.2/100K
Assault654.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property8,178.8/100K
317% above US avg
Burglary3,162.5/100K
Theft4,362.1/100K
Vehicle Theft654.3/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Grant has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.5°F
10% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall58.1 inches
53% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,228 ft (374 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.8 km²)
Population Density762/sq mi
Coordinates34.5182°N, 86.2604°W
County FIPS01095
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 27.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 71.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.5%
D 13.8%

Winner: Republican by 71.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.0%
20% below US avg
High School+87.4%
School Test Score4.40
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density762/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities196
Restaurants208
Retail Stores424

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22
FEMA Disaster Declarations182
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.6 min
Work from Home3.4%

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