Hokes Bluff, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Hokes Bluff is a small town in Alabama with a population of 4,493. Residents earn $81,544 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
4,493 Population 377/sq mi density
$81,544 Median Income $38,586 per capita
$194,900 Home Value $212,515 Zillow
$941 Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$81,544 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$194,900 home value, $941/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,544
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $194,900
31% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.7%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $941
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.6%
79% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,493
Median Age49.6 yrs
Density377/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

A+
Median Income$81,544
Per Capita$38,586
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty2.6%
County GDP$6,288M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$194,900
Rent$941
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$212,515

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.5%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain52.1 in/yr
Elevation580 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.7%
High School+91.5%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute30 min
Libraries8

Is Hokes Bluff a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hokes Bluff receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Hokes Bluff stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hokes Bluff is $81,544, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hokes Bluff is $194,900, 31% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $941 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Hokes Bluff 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. Annual precipitation totals 52.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Hokes Bluff has a population of 4,493 with a density of 377 people per square mile. The median age is 49.6 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.2%).

Population

4,493
Total Population
377
People / sq mi
49.6yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
11.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Hokes Bluff vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hokes Bluff vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hokes Bluff is $81,544, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Hokes Bluff vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,544
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,586
Avg Weekly Wage$988
IRS Avg AGI$56,398

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.6%
79% below 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 Rate1.02%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.1 min
Work from Home5.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Hokes Bluff is $194,900, 31% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $941 (19% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $212,515.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$194,900
31% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$212,515
Median List Price$199,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$199,950
$/Sq Ft$152
Homes Sold8
Sale-to-List Ratio100.4%
Price Drops40.0%
Inventory20

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$941
19% 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

Owner-Occupied95.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,985
43% below US avg
Effective Rate1.02%
In Hokes Bluff, 38.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.5% report depression. 24.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Hokes Bluff vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.2%
19% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure35.2%
Asthma9.8%
COPD6.1%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity24.2%
Depression26.5%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.9%
Checkup Rate77.0%
Premature Death14,260/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.9/10
Exercise Access64.5%
Healthcare Facilities272

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Safety Score

Hokes Bluff 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. 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)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.1 inches
37% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation580 ft (177 m)
Area11.9 sq mi (30.9 km²)
Population Density377/sq mi
Coordinates33.9897°N, 85.8629°W
County FIPS01015
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 18.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.9%
D 27.2%

Winner: Republican by 44.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.7%
45% below US avg
High School+91.5%
School Test Score4.40
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density377/sq mi
Total Area11.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities272
Restaurants232
Retail Stores438

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.1 min
Work from Home5.2%

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