Heath, AL

Alabama

Heath is a small town in Alabama with a population of 238. Residents earn $63,463 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
238 Population 267/sq mi density
$63,463 Median Income $48,139 per capita
N/A Home Value
$380 Median Rent 9.0% income on rent
69°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$63,463 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$380/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,463
16% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.3%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $380
67% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.9%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.4%
8% lower than US avg

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

People

Population238
Median Age60.8 yrs
Density267/mi²
Male / Female66% / 34%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans36.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$63,463
Per Capita$48,139
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.4%
County GDP$1,662M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$380
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden9.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain59.1 in/yr
Elevation316 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.3%
High School+94.4%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 14%
Commute23 min
Broadband80.8%
Libraries3

Is Heath a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Heath receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment. Heath offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Heath is $63,463, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $380 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

10.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Heath enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 59.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Heath has a population of 238 with a density of 267 people per square mile. The median age is 60.8 years, 56% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.2%), with 6.3% Black.

Population

238
Total Population
267
People / sq mi
60.8yrs
Median Age
56% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 66%
Female 34%

Race & Ethnicity

Heath vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Heath vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Heath is $63,463, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Heath vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,463
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$48,139
Avg Weekly Wage$919
IRS Avg AGI$60,353

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.4%
8% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,134
County GDP$1,662M

Business (County)

Restaurants67
Healthcare98
Retail179
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,838
47% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.4 min
Drive Alone83.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $380 (67% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$380
67% below US avg
Rent Burden9.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied46.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,838
47% below US avg
In Heath, 36.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.6% report depression. 29.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.9%
15% above US avg
Diabetes13.1%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure39.3%
Asthma10.1%
COPD7.7%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.5%
Physical Inactivity29.3%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.5%
Checkup Rate78.2%
Premature Death14,664/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access57.9%
Healthcare Facilities98

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Heath has an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 59.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average68.8°F
27% above US avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall59.1 inches
56% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation316 ft (96 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density267/sq mi
Coordinates31.3448°N, 86.4691°W
County FIPS01039
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 10.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 72.4-point margin. 80.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86%
D 13.6%

Winner: Republican by 72.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.3%
69% below US avg
High School+94.4%
School Test Score4.40
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density267/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.8%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities98
Restaurants67
Retail Stores179

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.4 min
Drive Alone83.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.0%

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