Holt, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Holt is a small town in Alabama with a population of 3,540. Residents earn $46,379 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
3,540 Population 1,120/sq mi density
$46,379 Median Income $20,875 per capita
$109,300 Home Value
$1,014 Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$46,379 median income, 5.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$109,300 home value, $1,014/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,379
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $109,300
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.8%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,014
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 51.8%
61% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.9%
64% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.0%
5% higher than US avg

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

People

Population3,540
Median Age31.9 yrs
Density1,120/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 29%

Economy

B
Median Income$46,379
Per Capita$20,875
Unemployment5.9%
Poverty13.0%
County GDP$14,447M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$109,300
Rent$1,014
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity51.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease7.9%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain60.2 in/yr
Elevation361 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.8%
High School+79.2%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute25 min
Libraries4

Is Holt a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Holt receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Holt offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Holt is $46,379, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Holt is $109,300, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,014 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

5.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Holt enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 60.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Holt has a population of 3,540 with a density of 1,120 people per square mile. The median age is 31.9 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (51.2%), with 29.3% White.

Population

3,540
Total Population
1,120
People / sq mi
31.9yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
3.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Holt vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.4%
8% above US avg
Spanish15.6%
16% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Holt vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Holt is $46,379, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Holt vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,379
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,875
Avg Weekly Wage$1,145
IRS Avg AGI$72,247

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.9%
64% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.0%
5% above US avg
Establishments (County)5,406
County GDP$14,447M

Business (County)

Restaurants507
Healthcare463
Retail710
Manufacturing131

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,182
38% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.6 min
Work from Home2.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Holt is $109,300, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,014 (13% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$109,300
61% below US avg
Median List Price$141,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$141,900
$/Sq Ft$83
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio93.7%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,014
13% 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-Occupied63.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,182
38% below US avg
Effective Rate2.00%
In Holt, 51.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.0% report depression. 38.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity51.8%
61% above US avg
Diabetes18.5%
Heart Disease7.9%
High Blood Pressure48.9%
Asthma11.3%
COPD10.0%
Stroke5.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.6%
Physical Inactivity38.9%
Depression24.0%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress17.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.2%
Checkup Rate81.7%
Premature Death10,422/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access66.8%
Healthcare Facilities463

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)41

Safety Score

Holt has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 60.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.4°F
17% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall60.2 inches
58% above US avg
Snowfall0.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation361 ft (110 m)
Area3.2 sq mi (8.2 km²)
Population Density1,120/sq mi
Coordinates33.2297°N, 87.4829°W
County FIPS01125
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 5.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.8%
D 39.4%

Winner: Republican by 20.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.8%
83% below US avg
High School+79.2%
School Test Score4.40
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,120/sq mi
Total Area3.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities463
Restaurants507
Retail Stores710

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)41

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.6 min
Work from Home2.0%

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