Alabama
Greenville is a small city in Alabama with a population of 7,229. Residents earn $40,744 per year, which is 46% below the national average.
Based on current data, Greenville receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Greenville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Greenville is $40,744, 46% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 30.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Greenville is $117,800, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $728 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 610 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 4,273 per 100,000, 118% above the national average.
17.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Greenville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 95.6% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 4.4% |
| 67% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $40,744 |
| 46% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $24,945 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $883 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $51,257 |
| Unemployment | 4.1% |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 30.0% |
| 142% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 526 |
| County GDP | $904M |
| Restaurants | 40 |
| Healthcare | 48 |
| Retail | 95 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,937 |
| 45% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.64% |
| Commute Time | 17.8 min |
| Work from Home | 3.1% |
| Census Median | $117,800 |
| 58% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $112,657 |
| Census Median Rent | $728 |
| 37% below US avg |
| Studio | $716 |
| 1 Bedroom | $772 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $936 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,206 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,381 |
| Owner-Occupied | 46.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,937 |
| 45% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.64% |
| Obesity | 41.3% |
| 29% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 15.4% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 45.5% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 7.7% |
| Stroke | 4.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 12.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 34.6% |
| Depression | 22.5% |
| Mental Distress | 19.7% |
| Physical Distress | 14.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 89.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 81.3% |
| Premature Death | 14,616/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 42.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 48 |
| Total Violent | 610.5/100K |
| 61% above US avg | |
| Murder | 38.2/100K |
| 506% above US avg | |
| Rape | 25.4/100K |
| Robbery | 38.2/100K |
| Assault | 508.7/100K |
| Total Property | 4,273.2/100K |
| 118% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 407.0/100K |
| Theft | 3,751.8/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 114.5/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 11 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 66.1°F |
| 22% above US avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 55.2 inches |
| 45% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 452 ft (138 m) |
| Area | 21.4 sq mi (55.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 339/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.8431°N, 86.6370°W |
| County FIPS | 01013 |
Winner: Republican by 22.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 17.5% |
| 48% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 88.4% |
| School Test Score | 4.40 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 339/sq mi |
| Total Area | 21.4 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 3 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 3 |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 48 |
| Restaurants | 40 |
| Retail Stores | 95 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 11 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 17.8 min |
| Work from Home | 3.1% |