Joppa, AL

Alabama

Joppa is a small town in Alabama with a population of 419.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
419 Population 216/sq mi density
$167,100 Home Value $211,199 Zillow
60°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $167,100
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.6%
79% lower than US avg

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

People

Population419
Median Age38.4 yrs
Density216/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans9.3%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$29,728
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.6%
County GDP$5,278M
Commute27 min

Housing

Home Value$167,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$211,199

Health

Obesity38.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain58.7 in/yr
Elevation991 ft (302 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 14%
Commute27 min
Broadband79.3%
Libraries6

Is Joppa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Joppa receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Joppa stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Joppa is $167,100, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Joppa enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Joppa has a population of 419 with a density of 216 people per square mile. The median age is 38.4 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

419
Total Population
216
People / sq mi
38.4yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.6%
Female 44.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Joppa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Joppa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Joppa is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Joppa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$29,728
Avg Weekly Wage$927
IRS Avg AGI$63,765

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.6%
79% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,582
County GDP$5,278M

Business (County)

Restaurants208
Healthcare196
Retail424
Manufacturing112

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,624
25% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.57%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.7 min
Drive Alone67.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home25.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Joppa is $167,100, 41% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $211,199.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$167,100
41% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$211,199

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-Occupied87.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,624
25% below US avg
Effective Rate1.57%
In Joppa, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.3% report depression. 29.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes12.8%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure39.3%
Asthma10.0%
COPD8.8%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity29.2%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress15.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.2%
Checkup Rate76.1%
Premature Death12,809/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access52.4%
Healthcare Facilities196
Joppa has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average59.9°F
11% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall58.7 inches
54% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation991 ft (302 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (5.0 km²)
Population Density216/sq mi
Coordinates34.2996°N, 86.5499°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS01095
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 71.7-point margin. 79.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.5%
D 13.8%

Winner: Republican by 71.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.40
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density216/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.3%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities196
Restaurants208
Retail Stores424

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.7 min
Drive Alone67.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home25.4%

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