Alabama · Metropolitan Area
Hueytown is a small city in Alabama with a population of 16,541. Residents earn $62,362 per year, which is 17% below the national average.
Based on current data, Hueytown receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Hueytown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Hueytown is $62,362, 17% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Hueytown is $142,900, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,276 per month. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Violent crime in Hueytown is below the national average at 272 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,751 per 100,000, 91% above the national average.
23.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Hueytown enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 94.6% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 5.4% |
| 60% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $62,362 |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $27,393 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,020 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,097 |
| Unemployment | 4.3% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 11.9% |
| 4% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 445 |
| County GDP | $642M |
| Restaurants | 17 |
| Healthcare | 25 |
| Retail | 60 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,061 |
| 70% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.74% |
| Commute Time | 27.9 min |
| Work from Home | 8.8% |
| Census Median | $142,900 |
| 49% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $161,555 |
| Median List Price | $154,950 |
| Median List Price | $154,950 |
| $/Sq Ft | $101 |
| Homes Sold | 16 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 92.8% |
| Price Drops | 22.9% |
| Inventory | 96 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,276 |
| 10% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,304 |
| Studio | $716 |
| 1 Bedroom | $772 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $936 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,206 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,381 |
| Owner-Occupied | 76.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,061 |
| 70% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 0.74% |
| Obesity | 39.3% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 14.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 41.1% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| COPD | 7.6% |
| Stroke | 3.9% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.7% |
| Depression | 24.6% |
| Mental Distress | 19.2% |
| Physical Distress | 13.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 89.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 79.4% |
| Premature Death | 11,709/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 43.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 25 |
| Total Violent | 272.0/100K |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Murder | 6.3/100K |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Rape | 63.3/100K |
| Robbery | 69.6/100K |
| Assault | 132.8/100K |
| Total Property | 3,751.0/100K |
| 91% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 544.0/100K |
| Theft | 3,017.3/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 189.8/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 63.7°F |
| 18% above US avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 55.5 inches |
| 46% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 1.2 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 487 ft (148 m) |
| Area | 20.0 sq mi (51.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 827/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.4086°N, 87.0166°W |
| County FIPS | 01007 |
Winner: Republican by 64.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 23.2% |
| 31% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 89.1% |
| School Test Score | 4.40 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 827/sq mi |
| Total Area | 20.0 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 25 |
| Restaurants | 17 |
| Retail Stores | 60 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Avg Commute | 27.9 min |
| Work from Home | 8.8% |