Ider, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Ider is a small town in Alabama with a population of 871. Residents earn $42,500 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
871 Population 160/sq mi density
$42,500 Median Income $22,079 per capita
$150,800 Home Value $191,056 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
555 Violent Crime/100K 4,854 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$42,500 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$150,800 home value
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
555 violent crimes/100K (46% above avg)
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
8.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,500
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,800
47% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 555/100K
46% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.0%
76% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.8%
76% higher than US avg

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

People

Population871
Median Age44.5 yrs
Density160/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

B
Median Income$42,500
Per Capita$22,079
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty21.8%
County GDP$650M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$191,056

Crime

F
Violent555/100K
Property4,854/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault555/100K
Burglary1,664/100K

Health

Obesity39.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.2%
Heart Disease7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain57.9 in/yr
Elevation1,561 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.0%
High School+82.8%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute32 min
Libraries1

Is Ider a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ider receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Ider has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ider is $42,500, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. The poverty rate of 21.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ider is $150,800, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 555 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,854 per 100,000, 148% above the national average.

Education

8.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Ider enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Ider has a population of 871 with a density of 160 people per square mile. The median age is 44.5 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.2%), with 2.2% Hispanic.

Population

871
Total Population
160
People / sq mi
44.5yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
5.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%
Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Ider vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.1%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ider vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ider is $42,500, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 21.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Ider vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,500
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,079
Avg Weekly Wage$908
IRS Avg AGI$62,898

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate21.8%
76% above US avg
Establishments (County)310
County GDP$650M

Business (County)

Restaurants20
Healthcare18
Retail66
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,417
2% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.5 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Ider is $150,800, 47% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $191,056.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,800
47% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$191,056

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,417
2% below US avg
Effective Rate2.27%
In Ider, 39.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.2% report depression. 33.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.2%
22% above US avg
Diabetes13.4%
Heart Disease7.7%
High Blood Pressure41.2%
Asthma11.3%
COPD11.0%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.5%
Physical Inactivity33.5%
Depression30.2%
Mental Distress22.3%
Physical Distress17.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.9%
Checkup Rate75.9%
Premature Death11,895/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access62.5%
Healthcare Facilities18
Ider has a violent crime rate of 555 per 100,000 residents, 46% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,854 per 100,000 (148% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent554.8/100K
46% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault554.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property4,854.4/100K
148% above US avg
Burglary1,664.4/100K
Theft2,773.9/100K
Vehicle Theft416.1/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Ider has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average58.7°F
9% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.9 inches
52% above US avg
Snowfall5.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,561 ft (476 m)
Area5.4 sq mi (14.1 km²)
Population Density160/sq mi
Coordinates34.7026°N, 85.6690°W
County FIPS13083
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 8.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83%
D 16.4%

Winner: Republican by 66.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.0%
76% below US avg
High School+82.8%
School Test Score4.40
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density160/sq mi
Total Area5.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants20
Retail Stores66

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations182
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.5 min
Work from Home0.0%

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