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Hytop, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

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.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
569 Population 164/sq mi density
$70,833 Median Income $35,050 per capita
$143,200 Home Value
$692 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 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
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,833
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $143,200
49% 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
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units231
Rent Burden51.0%

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 Score4.40

Community

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

Is Hytop a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hytop 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 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.

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 4.4/10.

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. The median age is 36.2 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.9%), with 5.4% Hispanic.

Population

569
Total Population
164
People / sq mi
36.2yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
3.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Hytop vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
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. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

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

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
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 average. Monthly rent averages $692 (40% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$143,200
49% below US avg

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

Owner-Occupied85.6%
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 32.1% national rate). 12.2% of residents lack health insurance. 20.6% are current smokers. 29.1% report depression. 31.2% are physically inactive.

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
Checkup Rate76.3%
Dental Visits52.8%
Premature Death9,054/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access78.2%
Healthcare Facilities1,126
Hytop has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 59.7 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

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

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall59.7 inches
57% above US avg
Snowfall1.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,733 ft (528 m)
Area3.5 sq mi (9.0 km²)
Population Density164/sq mi
Coordinates34.8966°N, 86.0892°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS01089
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 9-point margin. 90.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.7%
D 44.7%

Winner: Republican by 9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+78.9%
Graduate Degree+4.1%
School Test Score4.40
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density164/sq mi
Total Area3.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.4%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities1,126
Restaurants895
Retail Stores1,345

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)35

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.4 min
Drive Alone85.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.7%

Nearby Cities

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