Hissop, AL — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $63,223

16% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 46.5%

45% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 21.0%

69% higher than US avg

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

People

Population215

Median Age37.6 yrs

Density20/mi²

Male / Female5% / 95%

Largest GroupWhite 34%

Veterans0.0%

Economy

B+

Median Income$63,223

Per Capita$23,084

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty21.0%

County GDP$252M

Health

Obesity46.5%

Uninsured11.7%

Smoking17.0%

Depression17.2%

Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain60.2 in/yr

Sunny Days299/yr

Elevation791 ft (241 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+0.0%

High School+94.6%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score3.91

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%

CommuteN/A

Broadband91.0%

Libraries2

Is Hissop a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hissop receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Hissop stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hissop is $63,223, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 21.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.6% have completed high school. School test scores average 3.9/10, below typical benchmarks.

Climate & Weather

Hissop enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 60.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Hissop has a population of 215 with a density of 20 people per square mile, spread across 10.9 square miles. The median age is 37.6 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 94.9% female and 5.1% male. The city is predominantly Black (65.6%), with 34.4% White. English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 0.0% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 6.6% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

215

Total Population

People / sq mi

37.6yrs

Median Age

3% below US avg

10.9mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 5.1%

Female 94.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Hissop vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hissop vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hissop is $63,223, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,084 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $988, 31% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 21.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 158 business establishments, including 3 restaurants. The cost of living index is 88.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Hissop vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$63,223
	16% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$23,084
Avg Weekly Wage	$988
IRS Avg AGI	$57,161

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	21.0%
	69% above US avg
Establishments (County)	158
County GDP	$252M

Business (County)

Restaurants	3
Healthcare	5
Retail	19
Manufacturing	5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$1,355
	61% below US avg
Cost of Living	88.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

In Hissop, 46.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 17.1% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 7.2% of residents, above the national average. 48.4% have high blood pressure. 17.0% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 13.5% report binge drinking. 31.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 17.2% report depression. 17.1% experience frequent mental distress. 11.7% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). 4.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.2 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	46.5%
	45% above US avg
Diabetes	17.1%
Heart Disease	7.2%
High Blood Pressure	48.4%
Asthma	9.6%
COPD	6.6%
Cancer	5.0%
Stroke	4.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	17.0%
	21% above US avg
Binge Drinking	13.5%
Physical Inactivity	31.0%
Depression	17.2%
Mental Distress	17.1%
Physical Distress	13.3%
Short Sleep	47.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	11.7%
	36% above US avg
Mental Health	1:5,134
Checkup Rate	80.8%
Dental Visits	48.5%
Premature Death	14,410/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.2/10
Exercise Access	4.1%
Healthcare Facilities	5

Hissop enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 299 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 60.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 791 feet.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	62.5°F
	16% above US avg
January Average	45°F (7°C)
July Average	79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	60.2 inches
	58% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	791 ft (241 m)
Area	10.9 sq mi (28.3 km²)
Population Density	20/sq mi
Coordinates	32.8906°N, 86.1296°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Coosa County County
County FIPS	01037

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	45°F (7°C)	5.5 in	Coldest
February	47°F (8°C)	5.6 in
March	55°F (13°C)	6.9 in	Wettest
April	62°F (16°C)	5.2 in
May	69°F (21°C)	4.2 in
June	76°F (24°C)	4.2 in
July	79°F (26°C)	5.7 in	Warmest
August	78°F (26°C)	4.0 in
September	73°F (23°C)	4.1 in
October	63°F (17°C)	3.0 in	Driest
November	54°F (12°C)	4.2 in
December	46°F (8°C)	5.5 in

Hissop has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F — from 45°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 58.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.9") and October the driest (3.0").

Hissop is located in Coosa County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent, a rural community. 0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 94.6% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 3.9 out of 10, below typical benchmarks. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 71.4% of the vote, a 43.3-point margin. 91.0% of households have broadband internet access. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 5 healthcare facilities operate in the area.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%

D 28.1%

Winner: Republican by 43.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	0.0%
	100% below US avg
High School+	94.6%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	3.91

A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8	Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density	20/sq mi
Total Area	10.9 sq mi
County	Coosa County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	91.0%
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	5
Restaurants	3
Retail Stores	19

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	4

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About Hissop

What is the population of Hissop?

Hissop has a population of 215 residents and is located in Alabama. The population density is 20 people per square mile, spread across 10.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.6 years. The population is 94.9% female and 5.1% male.

Is Hissop expensive to live in?

Hissop is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 88.8 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $63,223, 16% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Hissop?

Hissop enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 60.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Hissop?

The job market in Hissop is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $988. There are 158 business establishments in the area, including 3 restaurants and food service locations.

How are the schools in Hissop?

Schools in Hissop have an average test score of 3.9 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 0.0% of adults in Hissop hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.6% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Hissop?

The obesity rate in Hissop is 46.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 17.0% of adults are smokers. 31.0% are physically inactive. 17.2% of residents report depression. 11.7% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 4.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities.

What are the demographics of Hissop?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Hissop is 34.4% White, 65.6% Black or African American. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 0.0% of the population are military veterans. 6.6% of residents have a disability. 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

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