Hayneville, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Hayneville is a small town in Alabama with a population of 895. Residents earn $30,714 per year, which is 59% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
895 Population 481/sq mi density
$30,714 Median Income $16,756 per capita
$85,500 Home Value
$820 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$30,714 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$85,500 home value, $820/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $30,714
59% lower than US avg
Home Value $85,500
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.3%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $820
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 51.4%
60% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 55.7%
349% higher than US avg

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

People

Population895
Median Age43.6 yrs
Density481/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 18%

Economy

C
Median Income$30,714
Per Capita$16,756
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty55.7%
County GDP$538M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$85,500
Rent$820
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity51.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.9%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain53.5 in/yr
Elevation240 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.3%
High School+85.6%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 31% / D 68%
Commute20 min
Libraries3

Is Hayneville a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hayneville is $30,714, 59% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 55.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hayneville is $85,500, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $820 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Hayneville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Hayneville has a population of 895 with a density of 481 people per square mile. The median age is 43.6 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (81.6%), with 18.1% White.

Population

895
Total Population
481
People / sq mi
43.6yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.4%
Female 52.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Hayneville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Hayneville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hayneville is $30,714, which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 55.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Hayneville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$30,714
59% below US avg
Per Capita Income$16,756
Avg Weekly Wage$1,283
IRS Avg AGI$50,280

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate55.7%
349% above US avg
Establishments (County)207
County GDP$538M

Business (County)

Healthcare7
Retail27
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,414
60% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.6 min
Work from Home2.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Hayneville is $85,500, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $820 (29% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,500
70% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$820
29% 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-Occupied49.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,414
60% below US avg
Effective Rate1.65%
In Hayneville, 51.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.9% report depression. 36.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity51.4%
60% above US avg
Diabetes19.0%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure50.4%
Asthma12.0%
COPD8.4%
Stroke5.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking10.9%
Physical Inactivity36.3%
Depression20.9%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress15.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.8%
Checkup Rate82.9%
Premature Death19,891/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.4/10
Exercise Access0.9%
Healthcare Facilities7

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Hayneville has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average64.2°F
19% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.5 inches
41% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation240 ft (73 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.8 km²)
Population Density481/sq mi
Coordinates32.1826°N, 86.5786°W
County FIPS01085
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 13.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 37.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 31.1%
D 68.4%

Winner: Democrat by 37.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.3%
61% below US avg
High School+85.6%
School Test Score4.40
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density481/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities7
Retail Stores27

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.6 min
Work from Home2.7%

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