Median Income
$46,569
38% lower than US avg
Home Value
$155,800
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
23.2%
31% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$739
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.3%
25% lower than US avg
How Heflin Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population3,462
Median Age41.4 yrs
Density215/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Economy
B+
Median Income$46,569
Per Capita$29,448
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty9.3%
County GDP$464M
Commute33 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$155,800
Rent$739
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$221,210
Health
Obesity37.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.7%
Heart Disease6.1%
Climate
Avg Temp60°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain57.4 in/yr
Elevation982 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+23.2%
High School+87.5%
School Score4.40
Community
2024 VoteR 92% / D 8%
Commute33 min
Libraries3
Is Heflin a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Heflin receives an overall livability score of 3.8 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. Heflin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Heflin is $46,569, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. 9.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Heflin is $155,800, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $739 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
23.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Heflin enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Heflin has a population of 3,462 with a density of 215 people per square mile. The median age is 41.4 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.5%), with 2.2% Hispanic, 8.3% Black.
Population
41.4yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.1% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.9% |
| 86% below US avg |
The median household income in Heflin is $46,569, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $46,569 |
| 38% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $29,448 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,054 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $62,918 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.8% |
| 78% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.3% |
| 25% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 289 |
| County GDP | $464M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 10 |
| Healthcare | 12 |
| Retail | 46 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,005 |
| 43% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.29% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 32.7 min |
| Work from Home | 3.1% |
The median home value in Heflin is $155,800, 45% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $739 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $221,210.
Home Values
| Census Median | $155,800 |
| 45% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $221,210 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $739 |
| 36% 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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,005 |
| 43% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.29% |
In Heflin, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.7% report depression. 28.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Heflin vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.5% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.3% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 7.7% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.0% |
| Depression | 26.7% |
| Mental Distress | 19.5% |
| Physical Distress | 14.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 90.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.3% |
| Premature Death | 12,586/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 42.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 12 |
Crime Rates: Heflin vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Heflin has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
42°F Jan (5°C)
78°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 60.2°F |
| 11% above US avg |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 57.4 inches |
| 51% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 1.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 982 ft (299 m) |
| Area | 16.1 sq mi (41.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 215/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.6474°N, 85.5693°W |
| County FIPS | 01029 |