Ivalee, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Ivalee is a small town in Alabama with a population of 649. Residents earn $38,650 per year, which is 49% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
649 Population 87/sq mi density
$38,650 Median Income $20,745 per capita
$120,800 Home Value
$711 Median Rent 18.1% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$38,650 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$120,800 home value, $711/mo rent
F
Education
1.0 / 5.0
0.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $38,650
49% lower than US avg
Home Value $120,800
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.6%
98% lower than US avg
Median Rent $711
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.0%
37% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.2%
26% lower than US avg

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

People

Population649
Median Age47.8 yrs
Density87/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans15.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$38,650
Per Capita$20,745
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.2%
County GDP$4,026M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$120,800
Rent$711
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden18.1%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity44.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.1%
Heart Disease7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain56.8 in/yr
Elevation669 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+0.6%
High School+96.3%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute25 min
Broadband77.2%
Libraries11

Is Ivalee a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ivalee receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Ivalee offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ivalee is $38,650, 49% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ivalee is $120,800, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $711 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

0.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Ivalee enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Ivalee has a population of 649 with a density of 87 people per square mile. The median age is 47.8 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.1%), with 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

649
Total Population
87
People / sq mi
47.8yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
7.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39%
Female 61%

Race & Ethnicity

Ivalee vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ivalee vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ivalee is $38,650, which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Ivalee vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$38,650
49% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,745
Avg Weekly Wage$895
IRS Avg AGI$59,134

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.2%
26% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,439
County GDP$4,026M

Business (County)

Restaurants204
Healthcare294
Retail368
Manufacturing91

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,980
43% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.0 min
Drive Alone94.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Ivalee is $120,800, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $711 (39% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$120,800
57% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$140
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio94.5%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$711
39% below US avg
Rent Burden18.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,980
43% below US avg
Effective Rate1.64%
In Ivalee, 44.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.1% report depression. 32.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.0%
37% above US avg
Diabetes13.5%
Heart Disease7.4%
High Blood Pressure41.1%
Asthma10.3%
COPD9.6%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity32.8%
Depression28.1%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress16.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Checkup Rate76.6%
Premature Death14,706/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access54.7%
Healthcare Facilities294

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21

Safety Score

Ivalee has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.9°F
15% above US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.8 inches
49% above US avg
Snowfall0.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation669 ft (204 m)
Area7.5 sq mi (19.3 km²)
Population Density87/sq mi
Coordinates34.0372°N, 86.1472°W
County FIPS01055
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 0.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (98% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.7-point margin. 77.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.5%
D 21.8%

Winner: Republican by 55.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.6%
98% below US avg
High School+96.3%
School Test Score4.40
F Education Grade (1.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density87/sq mi
Total Area7.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.2%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities294
Restaurants204
Retail Stores368

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.0 min
Drive Alone94.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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