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Hobson City, AL
Full City Profile · Alabama · Calhoun County County
Hobson City, AL
At a Glance
How Hobson City Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Hobson City's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Hobson City a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Hobson City residents earn a median household income of $35,769 , which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,174. The unemployment rate stands at 4.1% (14% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 24.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,828 business establishments, including 232 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Hobson City is $100,000 , 65% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $192,538. Median rent is $407/month, with 29.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 88.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1973.
Safety & Crime
Hobson City reports 344 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 9% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,904/100K.
Education
11.5% of adults in Hobson City hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below the national average). 85.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
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. The area gets 304 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 52.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.