Kellyton, AL

Alabama

Kellyton is a small town in Alabama with a population of 188. Residents earn $63,750 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
188 Population 194/sq mi density
$63,750 Median Income $25,389 per capita
$103,300 Home Value $138,562 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$63,750 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$103,300 home value
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,750
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $103,300
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.9%
56% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.9%
53% lower than US avg

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

People

Population188
Median Age31.5 yrs
Density194/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Veterans6.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$63,750
Per Capita$25,389
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty5.9%
County GDP$252M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$103,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$138,562

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain60.2 in/yr
Elevation752 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.9%
High School+93.6%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute19 min
Broadband67.0%
Libraries2

Is Kellyton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kellyton receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Kellyton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kellyton is $63,750, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kellyton is $103,300, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Kellyton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 60.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Kellyton has a population of 188 with a density of 194 people per square mile. The median age is 31.5 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.9%), with 5.9% Hispanic, 1.1% Black.

Population

188
Total Population
194
People / sq mi
31.5yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.6%
Female 40.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Kellyton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.4%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.6%
66% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kellyton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kellyton is $63,750, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Kellyton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,750
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,389
Avg Weekly Wage$988
IRS Avg AGI$57,161

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.9%
53% below US avg
Establishments (County)158
County GDP$252M

Business (County)

Restaurants3
Healthcare5
Retail19
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,355
61% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.4 min
Drive Alone74.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Kellyton is $103,300, 63% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $138,562.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$103,300
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$138,562

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-Occupied92.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,355
61% below US avg
Effective Rate1.31%
In Kellyton, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.7% report depression. 30.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes12.6%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure38.4%
Asthma10.1%
COPD8.6%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.1%
Physical Inactivity30.7%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress15.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Checkup Rate76.0%
Premature Death14,410/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access4.1%
Healthcare Facilities5

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Kellyton has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 60.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average62.5°F
16% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall60.2 inches
58% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation752 ft (229 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density194/sq mi
Coordinates32.9792°N, 86.0346°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS01037
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.3-point margin. 67.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%
D 28.1%

Winner: Republican by 43.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.9%
56% below US avg
High School+93.6%
School Test Score4.40
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density194/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access67.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities5
Restaurants3
Retail Stores19

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.4 min
Drive Alone74.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.1%

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