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Hytop, AL

Alabama · Madison County · Huntsville Metro

Hytop is a small town in Alabama with a population of 569. Residents earn $70,833 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
569 Population 164/sq mi density
$70,833 Median Income $35,050 per capita
$143,200 Home Value $170,593 Zillow
$692 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
118 Violent Crime/100K 2,012 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$70,833 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$143,200 home value, $692/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
118 violent crimes/100K (69% below avg)
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $70,833
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $143,200
49% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 118/100K
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $692
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.8%
5% lower than US avg

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

People

Population569
Median Age36.2 yrs
Density164/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans5.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,833
Per Capita$35,050
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty11.8%
County GDP$38,958M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$143,200
Rent$692
Ownership85.6%
Zillow$170,593
Housing Units231
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

F
Violent118/100K
Property2,012/100K

Health

Obesity38.9%
Uninsured12.2%
Smoking20.6%
Depression29.1%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain59.7 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation1,733 ft (528 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+78.9%
Graduate+4.1%
School Score5.64

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%
Commute34 min
Broadband90.4%
EV Stations1
Libraries11

Is Hytop a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hytop receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Hytop offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hytop is $70,833, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. 11.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hytop is $143,200, 49% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $692 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Hytop is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 118 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,012 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Hytop 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. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 59.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Hytop has a population of 569 with a density of 164 people per square mile, spread across 2.3 square miles. The median age is 36.2 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.1% female and 49.9% male. The city is predominantly White (91.9%), with 5.4% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 5.1% of the population are veterans. 22.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.9% have health insurance coverage.

Population

569
Total Population
164
People / sq mi
36.2yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Hytop vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hytop vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hytop is $70,833, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,050. The average weekly wage is $1,482. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 13,778 business establishments, including 895 restaurants. The cost of living index is 88.8, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 3.7% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Hytop vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,833
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,050
Avg Weekly Wage$1,482
IRS Avg AGI$90,736
Gini Index0.470 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.8%
5% below US avg
Establishments (County)13,778
County GDP$38,958M

Business (County)

Restaurants895
Healthcare1,126
Retail1,345
Manufacturing287

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,840
19% below US avg
Cost of Living88.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.4 min
Drive Alone85.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Hytop is $143,200, 49% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $170,593, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $692 (40% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $772 for a one-bedroom to $936 for a two-bedroom apartment. 85.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 231 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1985. The average annual property tax is $2,840 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 51.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters. The home price-to-income ratio is 2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$143,200
49% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$170,593

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$692
40% 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

Homeownership85.6%
Owner-Occupied85.6%
Renter-Occupied14.4%
Housing Units231
Median Year Built1985

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,840
19% below US avg
Effective Rate1.98%
In Hytop, 38.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 12.6% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 7.2% of residents, above the national average. 39.5% have high blood pressure. 20.6% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 16.2% report binge drinking. 31.2% are physically inactive, above the national average. 29.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 21.1% experience frequent mental distress. 12.2% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,169. The dentist ratio is 1:1,860. 78.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.5 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes12.6%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure39.5%
Asthma10.8%
COPD9.6%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.6%
47% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity31.2%
Depression29.1%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress16.2%
Short Sleep41.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.9%
Uninsured12.2%
42% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,169
Dentists1:1,860
Mental Health1:500
Checkup Rate76.3%
Dental Visits52.8%
Premature Death9,054/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access78.2%
Healthcare Facilities1,126
Hytop has a violent crime rate of 118 per 100,000 residents, 69% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,012 per 100,000, 3% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 35 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Hytop receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent118.3/100K
69% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property2,011.8/100K
3% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)35
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Hytop enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 59.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.3 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 1,733 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.8°F
11% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,733 ft (528 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (5.9 km²)
Population Density164/sq mi
Coordinates34.8966°N, 86.0892°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyMadison County County
Nearest AirportTullahoma Regional/Wm Northern Field (THA)
35 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 59.7"
57% above US avg
Snowfall 1.3"
Wettest Month (Mar) 6.69"
Driest Month (Aug) 3.70"

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0449 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)8.9 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively High
Risk Score94.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability26.6 / 100
Community Resilience83.7 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively High
Hurricane Relatively Low
Earthquake Relatively Moderate
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively High
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively High
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Relatively High
Lightning Very High
Ice Storm Relatively High
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively High
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

108 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M2.6 on Feb 25, 2025.

Apr 29, 2003 8 km S of Valley Head, Alabama M4.6 61 km
Dec 8, 2001 5 km SW of Pleasant Groves, Alabama M3.9 25 km
Jun 19, 2007 10 km ENE of Spencer, Tennessee M3.5 120 km
Jul 19, 1997 12 km E of Cohutta, Georgia M3.5 117 km
Mar 18, 1995 10 km SE of Dayton, Tennessee M3.3 120 km
Mar 21, 2001 7 km ESE of Trenton, Georgia M3.2 60 km
Mar 7, 2001 5 km WNW of Decatur, Tennessee M3.2 133 km
Mar 7, 2001 6 km NW of Decatur, Tennessee M3.2 134 km
Apr 5, 1994 10 km N of Trenton, Georgia M3.2 55 km
May 6, 2010 11 km ENE of Whitesboro, Alabama M3.2 80 km
May 10, 2020 7 km SSE of Sewanee, Tennessee M3.1 33 km
Oct 30, 1991 9 km NNE of Eton, Georgia M3.1 126 km
Jan 15, 1993 1 km N of Apison, Tennessee M3.1 98 km
May 2, 2003 8 km S of Valley Head, Alabama M3.1 63 km
Apr 29, 2003 7 km E of Fort Payne, Alabama M3.1 65 km
Jun 23, 2008 10 km ESE of Cohutta, Georgia M3.1 114 km
May 4, 1994 2 km NNW of Addison, Alabama M3.0 126 km
May 4, 1994 12 km NNW of Addison, Alabama M3.0 125 km
Nov 1, 2009 1 km ESE of South Cleveland, Tennessee M3.0 116 km
Jan 21, 2022 16 km NNE of Eton, Georgia M2.9 126 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

625 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 165 fatalities, 2,537 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 27, 2011 EF5 57 km 25
Apr 3, 1974 EF5 90 km 16
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 20 km 1
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 83 km 20
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 78 km 4
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 32 km 14
Apr 24, 2010 EF4 71 km 0
Feb 6, 2008 EF4 34 km 1
May 18, 1995 EF4 86 km 1
Nov 15, 1989 EF4 58 km 21
Apr 3, 1974 EF4 39 km 11
May 19, 1973 EF4 57 km 0
Mar 22, 1952 EF4 90 km 4
Feb 29, 1952 EF4 53 km 2
Feb 13, 1952 EF4 39 km 3
May 8, 2024 EF3 35 km 0
Apr 1, 2023 EF3 45 km 1
Apr 12, 2020 EF3 76 km 2
Nov 30, 2016 EF3 36 km 4
Apr 28, 2014 EF3 44 km 2
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (4,213 ac, 2001).

Year Name Acres Distance
2001 UNNAMED 4,213 71 km
1987 STATEC0045 2,669 69 km
1999 UNNAMED 2,638 82 km
2006 UNNAMED 2,405 68 km
2007 WILDCAT BRANCH WFIRE 2,285 70 km
2018 RUFF CREEK 2,281 87 km
2021 UNNAMED 2,199 97 km
2016 UNNAMED 1,866 98 km
2016 BRIDGE CREEK ROAD 1,777 62 km
2014 SOUTH EAST COMPLEX 1,753 71 km
2001 UNNAMED 1,691 63 km
2015 UNNAMED 1,669 87 km
2008 UNNAMED 1,530 87 km
2000 UNNAMED 1,449 84 km
2019 UNNAMED 1,396 97 km
2006 RD07-09 1,394 68 km
2014 UNNAMED 1,347 87 km
2021 UNNAMED 1,331 87 km
2004 UNNAMED 1,271 20 km
2001 UNNAMED 1,250 99 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 5.6 in Coldest
February 41°F (5°C) 5.2 in
March 50°F (10°C) 6.7 in Wettest
April 57°F (14°C) 5.2 in
May 65°F (18°C) 5.2 in
June 72°F (22°C) 4.2 in
July 78°F (26°C) 5.1 in Warmest
August 75°F (24°C) 3.7 in Driest
September 69°F (21°C) 4.6 in
October 58°F (15°C) 3.9 in
November 49°F (9°C) 5.2 in
December 41°F (5°C) 5.9 in

Hytop has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 40°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 60.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.7") and August the driest (3.7").

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Hytop is located in Madison County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 10.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 70% below the national average of 33.7%. 78.9% have completed high school. 4.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 53.7% of the vote, a 9-point margin. 90.4% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 11 public libraries serving the community. 1,126 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 85.5% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.7%
D 44.7%

Winner: Republican by 9 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)35
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+78.9%
Graduate Degree+4.1%
School Test Score5.64
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density164/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi
CountyMadison County County

Services

Broadband Access90.4%
Avg Download Speed203.6 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed68.8 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities1,126
Restaurants895
Retail Stores1,345

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.4 min
Drive Alone85.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.7%
Average costs for common services in Hytop. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $222 ($133–$355)
Specialist Visit $311 ($178–$488)
Urgent Care Visit $178 ($89–$311)
Emergency Room Visit $1,954 ($710–$4,440)
Dental Cleaning $115 ($67–$178)
Dental Filling $222 ($133–$355)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $40 ($22–$67)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $67 ($44–$107)
Brake Pad Replacement $266 ($133–$444)
Tire Rotation $36 ($18–$67)
New Tires (Set of 4) $533 ($355–$888)
Battery Replacement $178 ($89–$311)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $89 ($53–$133)
Electrician (Per Hour) $80 ($44–$124)
HVAC Repair $355 ($133–$710)
HVAC System Install $6,216 ($3,552–$10,656)
Roof Repair $888 ($355–$1,776)
Roof Replacement $7,992 ($4,884–$13,320)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,332 ($444–$3,108)
Divorce (Contested) $13,320 ($4,440–$26,640)
DUI Defense $4,440 ($1,776–$8,880)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,332 ($710–$2,664)
Will Preparation $444 ($178–$888)
Trust Preparation $2,220 ($888–$4,440)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $22 ($13–$40)
Women's Haircut $49 ($27–$89)
Hair Coloring (Full) $133 ($67–$222)
Manicure $22 ($13–$40)
Pedicure $36 ($22–$58)
Massage (1 Hour) $71 ($44–$115)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.64 ($2.66–$4.88)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.11 ($2.22–$4.44)
Loaf of Bread $3.37 ($2.22–$4.88)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.00 ($2.66–$5.77)
Ground Beef (per lb) $4.88 ($3.55–$6.66)
Rice (per lb) $0.89 ($0.53–$1.60)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $124 ($71–$222)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $62 ($27–$133)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $62 ($36–$107)
Internet (Monthly) $62 ($36–$89)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $58 ($27–$89)
Cable TV (Monthly) $75 ($44–$133)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $178 ($67–$444)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,776 ($1,066–$3,108)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $62 ($27–$115)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $13 ($7.10–$22)
Car Registration (Annual) $89 ($27–$222)
Driver's License Renewal $27 ($13–$67)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,066 ($533–$2,220)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $888 ($444–$1,776)
After-School Care (Monthly) $355 ($178–$622)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $44 ($22–$89)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $888 ($355–$2,220)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,100 ($4,440–$26,640)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $53 ($27–$89)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $89 ($44–$178)
Dog Grooming $53 ($27–$89)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $36 ($18–$67)
Dog Spay/Neuter $266 ($133–$444)
Cat Spay/Neuter $178 ($89–$355)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$589
Toddler$583
Preschool$550
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$633
Toddler$606
Preschool$606
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Madison County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Professional & Technical Services 43,948 2,680 $121,088 2.75
Manufacturing 27,051 566 $89,668 1.43
Retail Trade 22,614 1,509 $39,123 0.99
Health Care & Social Assistance 19,206 1,700 $65,606 0.58
Accommodation & Food Services 18,710 1,093 $23,858 0.90
Administrative & Waste Services 12,608 789 $44,603 0.93
Construction 7,790 922 $74,519 0.65
Wholesale Trade 5,267 580 $89,642 0.58
Finance & Insurance 4,145 711 $93,772 0.44
Other Services 4,109 906 $42,416 0.59
Transportation & Warehousing 3,550 294 $55,440 0.36
Arts & Entertainment 3,287 168 $23,755 0.85
Real Estate 3,005 724 $62,090 0.84
Educational Services 2,141 188 $41,858 0.45
Information & Technology 1,941 426 $96,726 0.45
Management of Companies 854 74 $110,915 0.22
Agriculture & Forestry 343 38 $98,384 0.18
Mining & Oil/Gas 139 8 $76,394 0.16
Utilities 19 14 $126,233 0.02

Radio Stations near Hytop

8 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
106. 1 WTAK Huntsville's Classic Rock classic rock AAC
Christmas 365 - Santa's Radio (MP3) christmas music, holiday MP3 128 kbps
WWIC Radio country AAC+ 32 kbps
WLRH 89.3 FM HD2 Huntsville, AL local music, local news AAC 128 kbps
WLRH 89.3 FM HD1 Huntsville, AL local music, local news AAC 128 kbps
Mixx 99.3 pop, top 40 MP3
WUTC MP3 64 kbps
Independent Baptist Radio bluegrass, gospel MP3 192 kbps

National Parks Near Hytop

28 national parks and monuments found near Hytop.

ParkTypeFee
Booker T Washington State Park Free
Booker T. Washington State Park State Park Free
Buck's Pocket State Park State Park Free
Cathedral Caverns State Park State Park Free
Chickamauga & Chattanooga National Military Park National Military Park $10
Cloudland Canyon State Park State Park Free
Cumberland Trail State Park Free
Cumberland Trail (Calvert Addition) State Park Free
Desoto State Park State Park Free
DeSoto State Park State Park Free
Fall Creek Falls State Park Free
Harrison Bay State Park Free
Harrison Bay State Park State Park Free
Henry Horton State Park Free
Hurricane Creek Park State Park Free
Indian Springs State Park State Park Free
James H. "Sloppy" Floyd State Park State Park Free
Lake Guntersville State Park State Park Free
Little River Canyon National Preserve National Preserve $15
Monte Sano State Park State Park Free
Old Stone Fort State Park Free
Rock Island State Park Free
Russell Cave National Monument National Monument Free
South Cumberland State Park Free
South Cumberland (Anderson Point Addition) State Park Free
Stones River National Battlefield National Battlefield Free
Tims Ford State Park Free
Tims Ford State Park State Park Free

Museums in Hytop

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
SCOTTSBORO JACKSON HERITAGE CENTER ASSOCIATIONHISTORY MUSEUM208 SOUTH HOUSTON STREET$86,407
MUSEUM OF POWER & INDUSTRY AT FALLS MILLGENERAL MUSEUM
MUSEUM OF POWER AND INDUSTRYHISTORY MUSEUM9314697161
SKYLINE FARM HERITAGE ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Hytop

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
SCOTTSBORO PUBLIC LIBRARY1002 SOUTH BROAD STREET0.0106,367
R.L. HADDEN MEMORIAL LIBRARY17163 ALABAMA 750.02,541

Farmers Markets in Hytop

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Scottsboro Farmers MarketBob Jones Road

Breweries in Hytop

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Kwik BeverageRetail Shopping, Home, Beverages, Scottsboro, ale, Miscellaneous Retail, Breweries, Beer (packaged),2203 E Willow St2562590228

Cell Towers in Hytop

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
JACKSON CTY RT 88TOWER106
248 Iron Gap RdTOWER61
(Rowe Gap) 248 Iron Gap RoadGTOWER61
(Rowe Gap) 248 Iron Gap RoadGTOWER61
RT 2 BOX 58TOWER60
RT 2 BOX 58TOWER60
Route 2 Box 58TOWER49

Bridges in Hytop

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete1940221,254G
CulvertConcrete continuous195821585F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel195325280F
SlabConcrete192225277F
Tee BeamConcrete193250220F
CulvertMasonry193220220F
CulvertConcrete193226140F
SlabConcrete1970102140F
SlabConcrete193224132F
SlabConcrete19284068F
Channel BeamConcrete19586065F
CulvertConcrete19872065F
SlabConcrete19322665F
SlabConcrete19363058F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19347656F
Channel BeamConcrete19873448G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel194010444F
CulvertConcrete19893415F
Channel BeamConcrete19816812F
CulvertConcrete19893410G
Truss (Thru)Steel2013827G

Airports Near Hytop

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Huntsville International AirportHSVMedium Airport
Redstone Army Air FieldHUAMedium Airport
Albertville Regional Airport/Thomas J Brumlik FieldSmall Airport
Amacher StripSmall Airport
Arnold Air Force BaseTUHSmall Airport
Basham FieldSmall Airport
Big Sky AirportSmall Airport
Bomar Field / Shelbyville Municipal AirportSYISmall Airport
Cloudmont AirparkSmall Airport
Denney AirportSmall Airport
Disney Farm AirportSmall Airport
Dunlap AirparkSmall Airport
Elkwood AirparkSmall Airport
Ellington AirportSmall Airport
Epps AirparkSmall Airport
Fayetteville Municipal AirportFYMSmall Airport
Flint River Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Flying BK Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Flying J Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Fox Mountain AirportSmall Airport
Franklin County AirportUOSSmall Airport
Frerichs AirportSmall Airport
Gibson FieldSmall Airport
Guntersville Municipal Joe Starnes FieldSmall Airport
Hazel Green Acres AirportSmall Airport
Hazel Green AirportSmall Airport
Hogjowl AirportSmall Airport
Hogue AirportSmall Airport
Hudgin Air AirportSmall Airport
Indian Hill Farm AirportSmall Airport
Isbell FieldSmall Airport
J5 Mike AirportSmall Airport
King AirportSmall Airport
Krashinsky AirfieldSmall Airport
Leon's Landing AirportSmall Airport
LevAirportSmall Airport
Lookout Mountain AirportSmall Airport
Madison County Executive Airport-Tom Sharp Jr FieldSmall Airport
Marion County Airport - Brown FieldAPTSmall Airport
McCall AirportSmall Airport
Milton AirportSmall Airport
Moontown AirportSmall Airport
Mount Cove STOLportSmall Airport
Myers-Smith AirportSmall Airport
Piney Creek AirportSmall Airport
Pleasant Grove AirparkSmall Airport
Possum Bottom AirportSmall Airport
PTC AirportSmall Airport
Rocky Acres AirportSmall Airport
Roseanne AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Hytop

1 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Scottsboro Police Department916 South Broad Street

Treatment Centers in Hytop

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Family Life Center IncSubstance Abuse256-574-3448

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Frequently Asked Questions About Hytop

What is the population of Hytop?

Hytop has a population of 569 residents and is located in Alabama. The population density is 164 people per square mile, spread across 2.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.1% female and 49.9% male.

Is Hytop expensive to live in?

Hytop is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 88.8 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $70,833, 6% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $143,200 (49% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $692 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Hytop safe?

Hytop is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 118 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,012 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Hytop receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Hytop?

Hytop enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 59.7 inches, with 1.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Hytop?

The job market in Hytop is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,482. There are 13,778 business establishments in the area, including 895 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 34 minutes, and 3.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Hytop?

The median home value in Hytop is $143,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $170,593. For renters, the median monthly rent is $692. Fair market rent is $772 for a 1-bedroom and $936 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 85.6%. The average annual property tax is $2,840.

How are the schools in Hytop?

Schools in Hytop score 5.6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 10.0% of adults in Hytop hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.9% have completed high school. 4.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Hytop?

The obesity rate in Hytop is 38.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 20.6% of adults are smokers. 31.2% are physically inactive. 29.1% of residents report depression. 12.2% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 78.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,169.

What is transportation like in Hytop?

The average commute in Hytop is 34 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 85.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 3.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Hytop?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Hytop is 91.9% White, 5.4% Hispanic or Latino. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 5.1% of the population are military veterans. 22.4% of residents have a disability. 89.9% have health insurance coverage.

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