Jacksons' Gap, AL

Alabama

Jacksons' Gap is a small town in Alabama with a population of 554. Residents earn $31,667 per year, which is 58% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
554 Population 65/sq mi density
$31,667 Median Income $23,927 per capita
$108,700 Home Value
$775 Median Rent 37.3% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$31,667 median income, 4.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$108,700 home value, $775/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $31,667
58% lower than US avg
Home Value $108,700
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.4%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $775
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.4%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.4%
22% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.0%
11% lower than US avg

How Jacksons' Gap Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population554
Median Age43.6 yrs
Density65/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 74%
Veterans8.3%

Economy

B
Median Income$31,667
Per Capita$23,927
Unemployment4.4%
Poverty11.0%
County GDP$1,910M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$108,700
Rent$775
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units309
Rent Burden37.3%

Health

Obesity37.4%
Uninsured8.6%
Smoking14.1%
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain57.0 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation650 ft (198 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.4%
High School+72.7%
Graduate+3.7%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute22 min
Broadband69.7%
Libraries6

Is Jacksons' Gap a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jacksons' Gap receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Jacksons' Gap offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jacksons' Gap is $31,667, 58% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jacksons' Gap is $108,700, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 72.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Jacksons' Gap enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 57.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Jacksons' Gap has a population of 554 with a density of 65 people per square mile. The median age is 43.6 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.4%), with 4.3% Hispanic, 20.4% Black.

Population

554
Total Population
65
People / sq mi
43.6yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
8.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.9%
Female 56.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Jacksons' Gap vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Jacksons' Gap vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jacksons' Gap is $31,667, which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Jacksons' Gap vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,667
58% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,927
Avg Weekly Wage$906
IRS Avg AGI$65,829

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.4%
22% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.0%
11% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,052
County GDP$1,910M

Business (County)

Restaurants79
Healthcare81
Retail153
Manufacturing39

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,421
31% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.8 min
Drive Alone88.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Jacksons' Gap is $108,700, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $775 (33% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$108,700
61% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$775
33% below US avg
Rent Burden37.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.5%
Housing Units309
Median Year Built1985

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,421
31% below US avg
Effective Rate2.23%
In Jacksons' Gap, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.6% of residents lack health insurance. 14.1% are current smokers. 24.8% report depression. 23.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Jacksons' Gap vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.4%
17% above US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure38.3%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.0%
Cancer6.8%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.1%
1% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity23.8%
Depression24.8%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress12.6%
Short Sleep41.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.0%
Uninsured8.6%
0% below US avg
Checkup Rate79.1%
Dental Visits59.6%
Premature Death12,183/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access61.8%
Healthcare Facilities81
Jacksons' Gap has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.0 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.8°F
16% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.0 inches
50% above US avg
Snowfall0.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation650 ft (198 m)
Area8.5 sq mi (22.1 km²)
Population Density65/sq mi
Coordinates32.8840°N, 85.8150°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS01123
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49.6-point margin. 69.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.5%
D 24.9%

Winner: Republican by 49.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.4%
78% below US avg
High School+72.7%
Graduate Degree+3.7%
School Test Score4.40
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density65/sq mi
Total Area8.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access69.7%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities81
Restaurants79
Retail Stores153

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.8 min
Drive Alone88.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.9%

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