Haleyville, AL

Alabama

Haleyville is a small town in Alabama with a population of 4,283. Residents earn $40,538 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
4,283 Population 511/sq mi density
$40,538 Median Income $20,704 per capita
$96,300 Home Value $123,932 Zillow
$713 Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$40,538 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$96,300 home value, $713/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
8.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,538
46% lower than US avg
Home Value $96,300
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.1%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $713
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.2%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.3%
72% higher than US avg

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

People

Population4,283
Median Age33.1 yrs
Density511/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

C+
Median Income$40,538
Per Capita$20,704
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty21.3%
County GDP$1,141M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$96,300
Rent$713
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$123,932

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.7%
Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain66.1 in/yr
Elevation944 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.1%
High School+72.1%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 92% / D 8%
Commute25 min
EV Stations2
Libraries3

Is Haleyville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Haleyville receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Haleyville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Haleyville is $40,538, 46% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 21.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Haleyville is $96,300, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $713 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 72.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Haleyville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 66.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Haleyville has a population of 4,283 with a density of 511 people per square mile. The median age is 33.1 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.5%), with 2.5% Black.

Population

4,283
Total Population
511
People / sq mi
33.1yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
8.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.1%
Female 54.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Haleyville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.9%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.1%
40% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Haleyville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Haleyville is $40,538, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 21.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Haleyville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,538
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,704
Avg Weekly Wage$995
IRS Avg AGI$64,131

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate21.3%
72% above US avg
Establishments (County)538
County GDP$1,141M

Business (County)

Restaurants23
Healthcare40
Retail80
Manufacturing40

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,306
34% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.39%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.2 min
Work from Home2.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Haleyville is $96,300, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $713 (39% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $123,932.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$96,300
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$123,932

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$713
39% 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-Occupied47.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,306
34% below US avg
Effective Rate2.39%
In Haleyville, 40.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.7% report depression. 34.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.2%
25% above US avg
Diabetes13.5%
Heart Disease7.3%
High Blood Pressure40.2%
Asthma10.9%
COPD10.2%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.2%
Physical Inactivity34.2%
Depression28.7%
Mental Distress21.2%
Physical Distress17.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.0%
Checkup Rate76.6%
Premature Death12,031/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access78.1%
Healthcare Facilities40

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Haleyville has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 66.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.6°F
14% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall66.1 inches
74% above US avg
Snowfall0.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation944 ft (288 m)
Area8.4 sq mi (21.7 km²)
Population Density511/sq mi
Coordinates34.2338°N, 87.6176°W
County FIPS01133
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 83.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 91.6%
D 7.9%

Winner: Republican by 83.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.1%
76% below US avg
High School+72.1%
School Test Score4.40
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density511/sq mi
Total Area8.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities40
Restaurants23
Retail Stores80

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.2 min
Work from Home2.9%

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