Hammondville, AL

Alabama

Hammondville is a small town in Alabama with a population of 330. Residents earn $50,536 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
330 Population 68/sq mi density
$50,536 Median Income $28,737 per capita
$99,400 Home Value $217,565 Zillow
$817 Median Rent 24.4% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$50,536 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$99,400 home value, $817/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,536
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $99,400
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.0%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $817
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.5%
9% higher than US avg

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

People

Population330
Median Age49.2 yrs
Density68/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans9.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$50,536
Per Capita$28,737
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty13.5%
County GDP$3,061M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$99,400
Rent$817
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$217,565
Rent Burden24.4%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.5%
Heart Disease7.5%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain56.2 in/yr
Elevation1,010 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.0%
High School+88.0%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 87% / D 13%
Commute19 min
Broadband78.6%
Libraries7

Is Hammondville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hammondville receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Hammondville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hammondville is $50,536, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. 13.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hammondville is $99,400, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $817 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Hammondville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Hammondville has a population of 330 with a density of 68 people per square mile. The median age is 49.2 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.4%), with 2.4% Hispanic, 1.2% Black.

Population

330
Total Population
68
People / sq mi
49.2yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
4.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47%
Female 53%

Race & Ethnicity

Hammondville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Hammondville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hammondville is $50,536, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Hammondville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,536
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,737
Avg Weekly Wage$969
IRS Avg AGI$54,891

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,482
County GDP$3,061M

Business (County)

Restaurants101
Healthcare134
Retail256
Manufacturing98

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,308
34% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.6 min
Drive Alone89.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Hammondville is $99,400, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $817 (30% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $217,565.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$99,400
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$217,565

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$817
30% below US avg
Rent Burden24.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,308
34% below US avg
Effective Rate2.32%
In Hammondville, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.5% report depression. 31.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.1%
19% above US avg
Diabetes12.9%
Heart Disease7.5%
High Blood Pressure40.7%
Asthma10.5%
COPD10.0%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity31.2%
Depression28.5%
Mental Distress20.8%
Physical Distress16.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.6%
Checkup Rate75.9%
Premature Death11,969/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access38.7%
Healthcare Facilities134

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Hammondville has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average58.8°F
9% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.2 inches
48% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,010 ft (308 m)
Area4.9 sq mi (12.6 km²)
Population Density68/sq mi
Coordinates34.5662°N, 85.6403°W
County FIPS01049
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 74-point margin. 78.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86.7%
D 12.7%

Winner: Republican by 74 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.0%
64% below US avg
High School+88.0%
School Test Score4.40
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density68/sq mi
Total Area4.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.6%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities134
Restaurants101
Retail Stores256

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.6 min
Drive Alone89.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.5%

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