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Hobson City, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Hobson City is a small town in Alabama with a population of 962. Residents earn $35,769 per year, which is 52% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
962 Population 916/sq mi density
$35,769 Median Income $20,174 per capita
$100,000 Home Value
$407 Median Rent 29.2% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$35,769 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$100,000 home value, $407/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $35,769
52% lower than US avg
Home Value $100,000
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.5%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $407
65% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 46.0%
43% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.9%
101% higher than US avg

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

People

Population962
Median Age36.0 yrs
Density916/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 6%
Veterans5.8%

Economy

C
Median Income$35,769
Per Capita$20,174
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty24.9%
County GDP$6,288M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$100,000
Rent$407
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units433
Rent Burden29.2%

Health

Obesity46.0%
Uninsured12.2%
Smoking17.5%
Depression21.3%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain52.1 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation748 ft (228 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.5%
High School+85.0%
Graduate+5.3%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute24 min
Broadband79.2%
Libraries8

Is Hobson City a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hobson City is $35,769, 52% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 24.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hobson City is $100,000, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $407 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

11.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Hobson City enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 52.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Hobson City has a population of 962 with a density of 916 people per square mile. The median age is 36.0 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (91%), with 5.6% White, 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

962
Total Population
916
People / sq mi
36.0yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.8%
Female 44.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Hobson City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hobson City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hobson City is $35,769, which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 24.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Hobson City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$35,769
52% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,174
Avg Weekly Wage$988
IRS Avg AGI$56,398

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate24.9%
101% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,828
County GDP$6,288M

Business (County)

Restaurants232
Healthcare272
Retail438
Manufacturing94

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,985
43% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.99%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.5 min
Drive Alone72.1%
Public Transit4.7%
Work from Home3.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Hobson City is $100,000, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $407 (65% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$100,000
65% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$407
65% below US avg
Rent Burden29.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.5%
Housing Units433
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,985
43% below US avg
Effective Rate1.99%
In Hobson City, 46.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.2% of residents lack health insurance. 17.5% are current smokers. 21.3% report depression. 36.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Hobson City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity46.0%
43% above US avg
Diabetes17.4%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure49.3%
Asthma12.3%
COPD7.7%
Cancer4.8%
Stroke4.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.5%
25% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.6%
Physical Inactivity36.6%
Depression21.3%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress15.1%
Short Sleep52.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.2%
Uninsured12.2%
42% above US avg
Checkup Rate81.8%
Dental Visits45.7%
Premature Death14,260/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.9/10
Exercise Access64.5%
Healthcare Facilities272
Hobson City has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.1 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.1°F
17% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.1 inches
37% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation748 ft (228 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density916/sq mi
Coordinates33.6188°N, 85.8461°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS01015
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 11.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.8-point margin. 79.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.9%
D 27.2%

Winner: Republican by 44.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.5%
66% below US avg
High School+85.0%
Graduate Degree+5.3%
School Test Score4.40
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density916/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.2%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities272
Restaurants232
Retail Stores438

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.5 min
Drive Alone72.1%
Public Transit4.7%
Work from Home3.2%

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