Greenville, AL
Full City Profile · Alabama · Butler County County
Greenville, AL
At a Glance
How Greenville Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Greenville's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Greenville a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Greenville residents earn a median household income of $40,744 , which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,945. The unemployment rate stands at 7.3% (103% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 30.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 526 business establishments, including 40 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Greenville is $117,800 , 58% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $120,888. Median rent is $728/month, with 29.5% 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 1975.
Safety & Crime
Greenville reports 578 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 52% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,871/100K.
Education
17.5% of adults in Greenville hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below the national average). 88.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 3.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Greenville has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.2 inches.