Hollywood, AL

Alabama

Hollywood is a small town in Alabama with a population of 939. Residents earn $55,573 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
939 Population 103/sq mi density
$55,573 Median Income $29,518 per capita
$102,900 Home Value $170,593 Zillow
$1,065 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$55,573 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$102,900 home value, $1,065/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,573
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $102,900
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.3%
84% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,065
8% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.1%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.3%
41% lower than US avg

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

People

Population939
Median Age44.1 yrs
Density103/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 77%

Economy

A
Median Income$55,573
Per Capita$29,518
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty7.3%
County GDP$2,144M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$102,900
Rent$1,065
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$170,593

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.3%
Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain55.1 in/yr
Elevation644 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.3%
High School+75.4%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 14%
Commute19 min
EV Stations1
Libraries5

Is Hollywood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hollywood receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Hollywood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hollywood is $55,573, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hollywood is $102,900, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,065 per month. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Hollywood enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Hollywood has a population of 939 with a density of 103 people per square mile. The median age is 44.1 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77%), with 19.4% Black.

Population

939
Total Population
103
People / sq mi
44.1yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
9.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Hollywood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hollywood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hollywood is $55,573, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Hollywood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,573
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,518
Avg Weekly Wage$950
IRS Avg AGI$60,144

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.3%
41% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,192
County GDP$2,144M

Business (County)

Restaurants84
Healthcare112
Retail165
Manufacturing65

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,273
35% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.0 min
Work from Home2.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Hollywood is $102,900, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,065 (8% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $170,593.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$102,900
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$170,593

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$153
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio94.0%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,065
8% 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-Occupied66.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,273
35% below US avg
Effective Rate2.21%
In Hollywood, 41.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.3% report depression. 32.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.1%
28% above US avg
Diabetes14.1%
Heart Disease7.3%
High Blood Pressure41.7%
Asthma10.9%
COPD9.2%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.2%
Physical Inactivity32.1%
Depression27.3%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress15.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.2%
Checkup Rate77.7%
Premature Death13,932/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access37.7%
Healthcare Facilities112

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Hollywood has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.9°F
11% above US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.1 inches
45% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation644 ft (196 m)
Area9.1 sq mi (23.5 km²)
Population Density103/sq mi
Coordinates34.7173°N, 85.9656°W
County FIPS01071
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 5.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (84% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 71.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.4%
D 13.9%

Winner: Republican by 71.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.3%
84% below US avg
High School+75.4%
School Test Score4.40
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density103/sq mi
Total Area9.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities112
Restaurants84
Retail Stores165

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.0 min
Work from Home2.6%

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