Hodges, AL

Alabama

Hodges is a small town in Alabama with a population of 306. Residents earn $66,875 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
306 Population 74/sq mi density
$66,875 Median Income $26,256 per capita
$95,000 Home Value $181,568 Zillow
$550 Median Rent 32.5% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$66,875 median income, 5.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$95,000 home value, $550/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,875
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $95,000
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.7%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $550
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.1%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.7%
38% lower than US avg

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

People

Population306
Median Age34.6 yrs
Density74/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans4.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$66,875
Per Capita$26,256
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty7.7%
County GDP$1,337M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$95,000
Rent$550
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$181,568
Rent Burden32.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.7%
Heart Disease7.9%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain58.7 in/yr
Elevation804 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.7%
High School+88.2%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 13%
Commute26 min
Broadband91.0%
Libraries2

Is Hodges a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hodges receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Hodges offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hodges is $66,875, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hodges is $95,000, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $550 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Hodges enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Hodges has a population of 306 with a density of 74 people per square mile. The median age is 34.6 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

306
Total Population
74
People / sq mi
34.6yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
4.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Hodges vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hodges vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hodges is $66,875, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Hodges vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,875
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,256
Avg Weekly Wage$928
IRS Avg AGI$54,782

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.7%
38% below US avg
Establishments (County)691
County GDP$1,337M

Business (County)

Restaurants48
Healthcare49
Retail99
Manufacturing43

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,544
56% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.9 min
Drive Alone85.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Hodges is $95,000, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $550 (53% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $181,568.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,000
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$181,568

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$550
53% below US avg
Rent Burden32.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,544
56% below US avg
Effective Rate1.63%
In Hodges, 43.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.7% report depression. 34.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.1%
34% above US avg
Diabetes14.1%
Heart Disease7.9%
High Blood Pressure41.6%
Asthma10.7%
COPD11.5%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity34.5%
Depression28.7%
Mental Distress22.0%
Physical Distress17.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.6%
Checkup Rate75.4%
Premature Death13,059/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access56.9%
Healthcare Facilities49

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Hodges has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average59.6°F
10% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall58.7 inches
55% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation804 ft (245 m)
Area4.1 sq mi (10.7 km²)
Population Density74/sq mi
Coordinates34.3342°N, 87.9232°W
County FIPS01059
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 73.3-point margin. 91.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86.3%
D 13%

Winner: Republican by 73.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.7%
80% below US avg
High School+88.2%
School Test Score4.40
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density74/sq mi
Total Area4.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities49
Restaurants48
Retail Stores99

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.9 min
Drive Alone85.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.7%

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