Alabama · Metropolitan Area
Jasper is a small city in Alabama with a population of 14,480. Residents earn $66,250 per year, which is 12% below the national average.
Based on current data, Jasper receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates. Jasper offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Jasper is $66,250, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. 13.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
The median home value in Jasper is $208,000, 26% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $722 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
With 811 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 7,869 per 100,000, 301% above the national average.
26.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Jasper enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 61.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 96.2% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 3.8% |
| 72% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $66,250 |
| 12% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $33,507 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $936 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $83,209 |
| Unemployment | 2.0% |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 13.6% |
| 10% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,536 |
| County GDP | $2,568M |
| Restaurants | 108 |
| Healthcare | 189 |
| Retail | 251 |
| Manufacturing | 54 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,236 |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.08% |
| Commute Time | 27.1 min |
| Work from Home | 4.2% |
| Census Median | $208,000 |
| 26% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $161,354 |
| Median List Price | $275,000 |
| Median List Price | $275,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $136 |
| Homes Sold | 16 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 96.9% |
| Price Drops | 18.2% |
| Inventory | 77 |
| Census Median Rent | $722 |
| 38% below US avg |
| Studio | $716 |
| 1 Bedroom | $772 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $936 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,206 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,381 |
| Owner-Occupied | 67.2% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,236 |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.08% |
| Obesity | 35.6% |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.4% |
| Asthma | 10.2% |
| COPD | 7.3% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.9% |
| Depression | 26.1% |
| Mental Distress | 18.7% |
| Physical Distress | 14.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 89.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.3% |
| Premature Death | 18,377/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 42.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 189 |
| Total Violent | 810.9/100K |
| 113% above US avg | |
| Murder | 7.1/100K |
| 12% above US avg | |
| Rape | 98.7/100K |
| Robbery | 126.9/100K |
| Assault | 578.2/100K |
| Total Property | 7,869.1/100K |
| 301% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 951.9/100K |
| Theft | 6,529.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 387.8/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 14 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 61.1°F |
| 13% above US avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 61.8 inches |
| 63% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.6 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 429 ft (131 m) |
| Area | 29.4 sq mi (76.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 493/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.8511°N, 87.2683°W |
| County FIPS | 01127 |
Winner: Republican by 71.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 26.2% |
| 22% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 89.9% |
| School Test Score | 4.40 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 493/sq mi |
| Total Area | 29.4 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 5 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 5 |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 189 |
| Restaurants | 108 |
| Retail Stores | 251 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 14 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 27.1 min |
| Work from Home | 4.2% |