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Horn Hill, AL

Alabama

Horn Hill is a small town in Alabama with a population of 272. Residents earn $58,125 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
272 Population 106/sq mi density
$58,125 Median Income $26,242 per capita
$149,000 Home Value
$711 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
69°F Avg Temperature 306 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$58,125 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$149,000 home value, $711/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,125
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $149,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.3%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent $711
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.2%
79% higher than US avg

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

People

Population272
Median Age46.9 yrs
Density106/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans8.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$58,125
Per Capita$26,242
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty22.2%
County GDP$1,662M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$149,000
Rent$711
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units120
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity37.0%
Uninsured10.7%
Smoking19.5%
Depression26.7%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (20°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain59.1 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation251 ft (77 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.3%
High School+79.7%
Graduate+8.2%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 14%
Commute23 min
Broadband65.8%
Libraries3

Is Horn Hill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Horn Hill receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Horn Hill offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Horn Hill is $58,125, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. The poverty rate of 22.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Horn Hill is $149,000, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $711 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Horn Hill enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 306 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 59.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Horn Hill has a population of 272 with a density of 106 people per square mile. The median age is 46.9 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.9%), with 2.2% Hispanic.

Population

272
Total Population
106
People / sq mi
46.9yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Horn Hill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Horn Hill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Horn Hill is $58,125, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 22.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Horn Hill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,125
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,242
Avg Weekly Wage$919
IRS Avg AGI$60,353

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate22.2%
79% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,134
County GDP$1,662M

Business (County)

Restaurants67
Healthcare98
Retail179
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,838
47% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.4 min
Drive Alone87.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Horn Hill is $149,000, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $711 (39% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$149,000
47% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$711
39% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.1%
Housing Units120
Median Year Built1993

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,838
47% below US avg
Effective Rate1.23%
In Horn Hill, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.7% of residents lack health insurance. 19.5% are current smokers. 26.7% report depression. 28.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Horn Hill vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.0%
15% above US avg
Diabetes12.4%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure38.8%
Asthma10.1%
COPD8.6%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.5%
39% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity28.8%
Depression26.7%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress15.0%
Short Sleep35.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.9%
Uninsured10.7%
24% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.3%
Dental Visits53.8%
Premature Death14,664/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access57.9%
Healthcare Facilities98
Horn Hill has an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 59.1 inches. The area enjoys 306 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average68.8°F
27% above US avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall59.1 inches
56% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation251 ft (77 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.6 km²)
Population Density106/sq mi
Coordinates31.2381°N, 86.3252°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS01039
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 20.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 72.4-point margin. 65.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86%
D 13.6%

Winner: Republican by 72.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.3%
40% below US avg
High School+79.7%
Graduate Degree+8.2%
School Test Score4.40
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density106/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access65.8%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities98
Restaurants67
Retail Stores179

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.4 min
Drive Alone87.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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