Jemison, AL
Full City Profile · Alabama · Chilton County County
Jemison, AL
At a Glance
How Jemison Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Jemison's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Jemison a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Jemison residents earn a median household income of $54,468 , which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,657. The unemployment rate stands at 4.2% (17% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 922 business establishments, including 61 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Jemison is $145,900 , 48% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $229,654. Median rent is $1,000/month, with 35.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 88.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1978.
Safety & Crime
Jemison reports 360 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 5% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,097/100K.
Education
15.1% of adults in Jemison hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below the national average). 87.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Jemison has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.2 inches.