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Hurtsboro, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Hurtsboro is a small town in Alabama with a population of 568. Residents earn $35,781 per year, which is 52% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
568 Population 551/sq mi density
$35,781 Median Income $20,775 per capita
$113,500 Home Value $105,907 Zillow
$416 Median Rent 36.9% income on rent
67°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$35,781 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$113,500 home value, $416/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $35,781
52% lower than US avg
Home Value $113,500
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.3%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $416
64% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.8%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.9%
85% lower than US avg

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

People

Population568
Median Age27.9 yrs
Density551/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 22%
Veterans7.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$35,781
Per Capita$20,775
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty1.9%
County GDP$2,313M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$113,500
Rent$416
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$105,907
Housing Units319
Rent Burden36.9%

Health

Obesity42.8%
Uninsured11.8%
Smoking17.9%
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain54.0 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation345 ft (105 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.3%
High School+89.5%
Graduate+5.8%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 50%
Commute33 min
Broadband61.0%
Libraries1

Is Hurtsboro a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hurtsboro 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, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Hurtsboro offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hurtsboro is $35,781, 52% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hurtsboro is $113,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $416 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

15.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Hurtsboro enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 54.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Hurtsboro has a population of 568 with a density of 551 people per square mile. The median age is 27.9 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (75.5%), with 22.4% White.

Population

568
Total Population
551
People / sq mi
27.9yrs
Median Age
28% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.2%
Female 54.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Hurtsboro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hurtsboro vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hurtsboro is $35,781, which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Hurtsboro vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$35,781
52% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,775
Avg Weekly Wage$913
IRS Avg AGI$47,521

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.9%
85% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,202
County GDP$2,313M

Business (County)

Restaurants99
Healthcare71
Retail172
Manufacturing35

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,623
54% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.5 min
Drive Alone60.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hurtsboro is $113,500, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $416 (64% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $105,907.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$113,500
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$105,907

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$416
64% below US avg
Rent Burden36.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.3%
Housing Units319
Median Year Built1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,623
54% below US avg
Effective Rate1.43%
In Hurtsboro, 42.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.8% of residents lack health insurance. 17.9% are current smokers. 24.6% report depression. 32.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.8%
33% above US avg
Diabetes15.2%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure43.6%
Asthma11.7%
COPD8.0%
Cancer5.9%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.9%
28% above US avg
Binge Drinking13.2%
Physical Inactivity32.0%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress14.9%
Short Sleep44.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.3%
Uninsured11.8%
37% above US avg
Checkup Rate80.0%
Dental Visits46.9%
Premature Death14,160/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access59.5%
Healthcare Facilities71
Hurtsboro has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.0 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average66.5°F
23% above US avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.0 inches
42% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation345 ft (105 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density551/sq mi
Coordinates32.2401°N, 85.4147°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS01113
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 15.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 1.7-point margin. 61.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.7%
D 50.4%

Winner: Democrat by 1.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.3%
55% below US avg
High School+89.5%
Graduate Degree+5.8%
School Test Score4.40
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density551/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access61.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities71
Restaurants99
Retail Stores172

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.5 min
Drive Alone60.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.0%

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