Hackneyville, AL

Alabama

Hackneyville is a small town in Alabama with a population of 519. Residents earn $72,045 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
519 Population 58/sq mi density
$72,045 Median Income $21,465 per capita
$130,200 Home Value
61°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$72,045 median income, 7.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$130,200 home value
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
13.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,045
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $130,200
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.0%
61% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.0%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.6%
111% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.4%
40% higher than US avg

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

People

Population519
Median Age26.9 yrs
Density58/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans13.8%

Economy

B
Median Income$72,045
Per Capita$21,465
Unemployment7.6%
Poverty17.4%
County GDP$577M
Commute46 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$130,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units182

Health

Obesity36.0%
Uninsured9.6%
Smoking16.7%
Depression28.6%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain59.7 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation661 ft (201 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+4.4%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 15%
Commute46 min
Broadband94.0%
Libraries2

Is Hackneyville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hackneyville receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Hackneyville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hackneyville is $72,045, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 17.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 46 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hackneyville is $130,200, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Hackneyville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 59.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Hackneyville has a population of 519 with a density of 58 people per square mile. The median age is 26.9 years, 31% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

519
Total Population
58
People / sq mi
26.9yrs
Median Age
31% below US avg
9.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Hackneyville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hackneyville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hackneyville is $72,045, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 46 minutes.

Income: Hackneyville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,045
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,465
Avg Weekly Wage$857
IRS Avg AGI$57,169

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.6%
111% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.4%
40% above US avg
Establishments (County)254
County GDP$577M

Business (County)

Restaurants15
Healthcare17
Retail40
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,162
67% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time46.3 min
Drive Alone89.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hackneyville is $130,200, 54% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$130,200
54% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.0%
Housing Units182
Median Year Built1988

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,162
67% below US avg
Effective Rate0.89%
In Hackneyville, 36.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.6% of residents lack health insurance. 16.7% are current smokers. 28.6% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.0%
12% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure36.6%
Asthma10.3%
COPD7.4%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.7%
19% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity25.4%
Depression28.6%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress14.0%
Short Sleep39.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.0%
Uninsured9.6%
12% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.6%
Dental Visits58.4%
Premature Death13,313/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access64.4%
Healthcare Facilities17
Hackneyville has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 59.7 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.1°F
13% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall59.7 inches
57% above US avg
Snowfall1.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation661 ft (201 m)
Area9.0 sq mi (23.2 km²)
Population Density58/sq mi
Coordinates33.0547°N, 85.9344°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS01027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 70.2-point margin. 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.9%
D 14.7%

Winner: Republican by 70.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.0%
61% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+4.4%
School Test Score4.40
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density58/sq mi
Total Area9.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants15
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute46.3 min
Drive Alone89.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.0%

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