Hollins, AL

Alabama

Hollins is a small town in Alabama with a population of 597. Residents earn $40,550 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
597 Population 50/sq mi density
$40,550 Median Income $24,548 per capita
$113,400 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$40,550 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$113,400 home value
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,550
46% lower than US avg
Home Value $113,400
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.7%
65% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.5%
17% higher than US avg

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

People

Population597
Median Age54.1 yrs
Density50/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans12.7%

Economy

B
Median Income$40,550
Per Capita$24,548
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty14.5%
County GDP$4,496M
Commute43 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$113,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.5%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain57.1 in/yr
Elevation839 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.7%
High School+85.2%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 33%
Commute43 min
Broadband82.3%
Libraries5

Is Hollins a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hollins receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. Hollins offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hollins is $40,550, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 14.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hollins is $113,400, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Hollins enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Hollins has a population of 597 with a density of 50 people per square mile. The median age is 54.1 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.1%), with 5.2% Black.

Population

597
Total Population
50
People / sq mi
54.1yrs
Median Age
39% above US avg
11.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Hollins vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.1%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.9%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hollins vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hollins is $40,550, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes.

Income: Hollins vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,550
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,548
Avg Weekly Wage$1,121
IRS Avg AGI$54,961

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.5%
17% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,578
County GDP$4,496M

Business (County)

Restaurants125
Healthcare138
Retail254
Manufacturing91

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,668
52% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time42.7 min
Drive Alone78.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Hollins is $113,400, 60% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$113,400
60% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,668
52% below US avg
Effective Rate1.47%
In Hollins, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.5% report depression. 25.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure36.9%
Asthma10.0%
COPD6.9%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity25.9%
Depression25.5%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress13.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate76.8%
Premature Death15,316/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access54.6%
Healthcare Facilities138

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Hollins has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.7°F
14% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.1 inches
50% above US avg
Snowfall1.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation839 ft (256 m)
Area11.9 sq mi (30.7 km²)
Population Density50/sq mi
Coordinates33.1218°N, 86.1270°W
County FIPS01121
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.8-point margin. 82.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.6%
D 32.9%

Winner: Republican by 33.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.7%
65% below US avg
High School+85.2%
School Test Score4.40
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density50/sq mi
Total Area11.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.3%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities138
Restaurants125
Retail Stores254

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute42.7 min
Drive Alone78.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.9%

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