Grove Hill, AL

Alabama

Grove Hill is a small town in Alabama with a population of 1,940. Residents earn $49,223 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
1,940 Population 256/sq mi density
$49,223 Median Income $34,776 per capita
$151,400 Home Value $139,202 Zillow
$738 Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$49,223 median income, 5.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$151,400 home value, $738/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,223
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $151,400
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.6%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent $738
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.4%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.4%
50% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.1%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,940
Median Age42.9 yrs
Density256/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 56%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,223
Per Capita$34,776
Unemployment5.4%
Poverty8.1%
County GDP$1,130M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$151,400
Rent$738
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$139,202

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain61.4 in/yr
Elevation463 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.6%
High School+83.9%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 41%
Commute16 min
Libraries3

Is Grove Hill a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Grove Hill is $49,223, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 8.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Grove Hill is $151,400, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $738 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

21.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Grove Hill enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 61.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Grove Hill has a population of 1,940 with a density of 256 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 (55.5%), with 1.8% Hispanic, 42% Black.

Population

1,940
Total Population
256
People / sq mi
42.9yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
7.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57%
Female 43%

Race & Ethnicity

Grove Hill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Grove Hill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Grove Hill is $49,223, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Grove Hill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,223
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,776
Avg Weekly Wage$986
IRS Avg AGI$56,349

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.4%
50% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.1%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)730
County GDP$1,130M

Business (County)

Restaurants57
Healthcare53
Retail128
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,289
63% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.2 min
Work from Home3.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Grove Hill is $151,400, 46% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $738 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $139,202.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$151,400
46% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$139,202

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$738
37% 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-Occupied71.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,289
63% below US avg
Effective Rate0.85%
In Grove Hill, 43.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.8% report depression. 31.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Grove Hill vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.4%
35% above US avg
Diabetes14.2%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure42.7%
Asthma11.0%
COPD7.8%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.5%
Physical Inactivity31.9%
Depression23.8%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress14.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.0%
Checkup Rate79.7%
Premature Death16,382/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.4/10
Exercise Access54.1%
Healthcare Facilities53

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Grove Hill has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 61.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average64.5°F
19% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall61.4 inches
62% above US avg
Snowfall0.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation463 ft (141 m)
Area7.6 sq mi (19.7 km²)
Population Density256/sq mi
Coordinates31.6987°N, 87.7729°W
County FIPS01025
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 21.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 17.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.3%
D 41.2%

Winner: Republican by 17.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.6%
36% below US avg
High School+83.9%
School Test Score4.40
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density256/sq mi
Total Area7.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities53
Restaurants57
Retail Stores128

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.2 min
Work from Home3.1%

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