Hartselle, AL
Full City Profile · Alabama · Morgan County County
Hartselle, AL
At a Glance
How Hartselle Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Hartselle's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Hartselle a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Hartselle residents earn a median household income of $67,863 , which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,070. The unemployment rate stands at 4.4% (22% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,362 business establishments, including 216 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Hartselle is $192,200 , 32% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $249,857. Median rent is $751/month, with 27.9% 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 1981.
Safety & Crime
Hartselle reports 231 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 39% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,742/100K.
Education
29.4% of adults in Hartselle hold a bachelor's degree or higher (13% below the national average). 92.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Hartselle has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.