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Killen, AL

Alabama · Lauderdale County · Florence-Muscle Shoals Metro

Killen is a small town in Alabama with a population of 1,431. Residents earn $61,422 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
1,431 Population 705/sq mi density
$61,422 Median Income $27,802 per capita
$162,800 Home Value $260,128 Zillow
$954 Median Rent 23.4% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
101 Violent Crime/100K 3,749 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$61,422 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$162,800 home value, $954/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
101 violent crimes/100K (73% below avg)
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $61,422
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $162,800
42% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 101/100K
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.3%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent $954
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.6%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.4%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,431
Median Age37.9 yrs
Density705/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans6.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$61,422
Per Capita$27,802
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty3.4%
County GDP$3,929M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$162,800
Rent$954
Ownership65.6%
Zillow$260,128
Housing Units564
Rent Burden23.4%

Crime

F
Violent101/100K
Property3,749/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault101/100K
Burglary405/100K

Health

Obesity33.6%
Uninsured7.8%
Smoking13.0%
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain57.6 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation618 ft (188 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.3%
High School+89.8%
Graduate+5.1%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute26 min
Broadband75.9%
EV Stations7
Libraries4

Is Killen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Killen receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Killen offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Killen is $61,422, 18% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Killen is $162,800, 42% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $954 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Killen is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 101 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,749 per 100,000, 91% above the national average.

Education

16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Killen enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 57.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Killen has a population of 1,431 with a density of 705 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 square miles. The median age is 37.9 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 41.4% female and 58.6% male. The city is predominantly White (92%), with 4.9% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.9% of residents. 6.7% of the population are veterans. 14.1% of residents have a disability. 94.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,431
Total Population
705
People / sq mi
37.9yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.6%
Female 41.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Killen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish 1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Killen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Killen is $61,422, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,802 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $899, 37% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 2,558 business establishments, including 199 restaurants. The cost of living index is 88.8, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 4.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Killen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,422
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,802
Avg Weekly Wage$899
IRS Avg AGI$73,087
Gini Index0.462 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.4%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,558
County GDP$3,929M

Business (County)

Restaurants199
Healthcare245
Retail371
Manufacturing83

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,296
34% below US avg
Cost of Living88.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.5 min
Drive Alone87.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Killen is $162,800, 42% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $260,128, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $954 (18% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $772 for a one-bedroom to $936 for a two-bedroom apartment. 65.6% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 564 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1986. The average annual property tax is $2,296 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 23.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$162,800
42% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$260,128

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$954
18% below US avg
Rent Burden23.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.6%
Owner-Occupied65.6%
Renter-Occupied34.4%
Housing Units564
Median Year Built1986

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,296
34% below US avg
Effective Rate1.41%
In Killen, 33.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.3% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.1% of residents. 32.8% have high blood pressure. 13.0% are current smokers. 17.7% report binge drinking. 21.7% are physically inactive. 24.7% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 17.3% experience frequent mental distress. 7.8% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,844. The dentist ratio is 1:1,712. 52.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.2 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.6%
5% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure32.8%
Asthma9.7%
COPD5.9%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.0%
7% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity21.7%
Depression24.7%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress11.9%
Short Sleep40.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.1%
Uninsured7.8%
9% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,844
Dentists1:1,712
Mental Health1:510
Checkup Rate77.2%
Dental Visits61.9%
Premature Death9,937/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access52.7%
Healthcare Facilities245
Killen has a violent crime rate of 101 per 100,000 residents, 73% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 101.3 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 3,749 per 100,000, 91% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 3,141, burglary at 405, vehicle theft at 203 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 8 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Killen receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent101.3/100K
73% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault101.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,748.7/100K
91% above US avg
Burglary405.3/100K
Theft3,140.8/100K
Vehicle Theft202.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
Traffic Accidents49
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Killen enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 57.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 618 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.7°F
12% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Geography

Elevation618 ft (188 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²)
Population Density705/sq mi
Coordinates34.8610°N, 87.5293°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyLauderdale County County
Nearest AirportNorthwest Alabama Regional (MSL)
9 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 57.6"
51% above US avg
Wettest Month (Mar) 6.26"
Driest Month (Aug) 3.35"

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score85.5 / 100
Social Vulnerability46.9 / 100
Community Resilience61.0 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively High
Hurricane Relatively Low
Earthquake Relatively Moderate
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Relatively High
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively High
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

41 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M2.7 on Aug 13, 2022.

Dec 8, 2001 5 km SW of Pleasant Groves, Alabama M3.9 120 km
Jun 23, 1990 12 km E of Vernon, Alabama M3.2 129 km
Sep 2, 1990 12 km NW of Fayette, Alabama M3.2 128 km
May 10, 2008 1 km SSE of Sherman, Mississippi M3.1 132 km
Jun 23, 1990 8 km N of Belk, Alabama M3.1 133 km
May 28, 2000 13 km S of Winfield, Alabama M3.0 120 km
May 28, 2000 3 km NE of Fayette, Alabama M3.0 131 km
May 4, 1994 2 km NNW of Addison, Alabama M3.0 77 km
May 4, 1994 12 km NNW of Addison, Alabama M3.0 68 km
May 4, 2007 4 km SSW of Jasper, Alabama M3.0 120 km
Jan 2, 2000 4 km SW of Lester, Alabama M2.9 33 km
Jan 2, 2000 4 km SW of Lester, Alabama M2.9 34 km
Jan 5, 2012 11 km NW of Oakman, Alabama M2.9 120 km
Jun 25, 2020 4 km NNW of Berry, Alabama M2.9 130 km
Sep 20, 1990 6 km N of Elkmont, Alabama M2.8 54 km
Jun 7, 2005 21 km WNW of Rock Creek, Alabama M2.8 149 km
Oct 3, 1993 3 km SW of Oakman, Alabama M2.8 131 km
May 13, 1999 11 km S of Pulaski, Tennessee M2.8 52 km
May 13, 1999 7 km NW of Elkmont, Alabama M2.8 47 km
Jan 16, 2019 5 km SSE of Wartrace, Tennessee M2.8 131 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

603 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 141 fatalities, 2,242 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 16, 1998 EF5 60 km 3
Apr 3, 1974 EF5 44 km 28
Apr 3, 1974 EF5 47 km 16
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 100 km 6
Feb 6, 2008 EF4 56 km 4
Feb 5, 2008 EF4 83 km 3
May 5, 1999 EF4 87 km 3
May 18, 1995 EF4 46 km 1
May 18, 1995 EF4 16 km 3
Nov 15, 1989 EF4 84 km 21
Apr 3, 1974 EF4 95 km 11
Apr 24, 1955 EF4 72 km 5
Mar 22, 1952 EF4 56 km 4
Feb 29, 1952 EF4 92 km 2
May 8, 2024 EF3 96 km 1
May 8, 2024 EF3 32 km 0
Apr 1, 2023 EF3 88 km 1
Nov 29, 2016 EF3 62 km 0
Dec 23, 2015 EF3 50 km 0
Apr 28, 2014 EF3 29 km 2
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (3,112 ac, 2014).

Year Name Acres Distance
2014 UNNAMED 3,112 66 km
2020 BK OWL CREEK 2,838 64 km
2014 UNNAMED 2,822 68 km
2017 UNNAMED 2,764 74 km
2019 UNNAMED 2,710 75 km
2011 GREEN TOWER 2,653 69 km
2016 UNNAMED 2,602 76 km
2017 UNNAMED 2,442 65 km
2015 BIG TREE 2,288 60 km
2018 UNNAMED 2,264 59 km
2010 BALLS MT. 2,229 65 km
2015 UNNAMED 2,160 76 km
2014 UNNAMED 2,143 65 km
2017 UNNAMED 2,114 75 km
2021 BK LEOLA/WARREN 2,007 59 km
2024 BNK MILL CREEK RX 1,959 75 km
2010 STINSON GAP 1,922 58 km
2013 UNNAMED 1,845 60 km
2018 UNNAMED 1,826 60 km
2019 UNNAMED 1,819 69 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 4.9 in Coldest
February 43°F (6°C) 4.6 in
March 51°F (11°C) 6.3 in Wettest
April 59°F (15°C) 4.8 in
May 67°F (19°C) 5.5 in
June 74°F (24°C) 4.4 in
July 79°F (26°C) 4.6 in Warmest
August 77°F (25°C) 3.4 in Driest
September 71°F (22°C) 4.3 in
October 60°F (15°C) 3.5 in
November 50°F (10°C) 5.1 in
December 42°F (6°C) 5.7 in

Killen has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 41°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 56.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.3") and August the driest (3.4").

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Killen is located in Lauderdale County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 16.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 52% below the national average of 33.7%. 89.8% have completed high school. 5.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.3 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 75.3% of the vote, a 51.5-point margin. 75.9% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 7 EV charging stations. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 245 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 87.2% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.3%
D 23.8%

Winner: Republican by 51.5 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
Traffic Accidents49
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.3%
52% below US avg
High School+89.8%
Graduate Degree+5.1%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3Metro / under 250K
Population Density705/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi
CountyLauderdale County County

Services

Broadband Access75.9%
Avg Download Speed46.9 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed14.5 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations7
Alt Fuel Stations8
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities245
Restaurants199
Retail Stores371

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.5 min
Drive Alone87.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.9%
Average costs for common services in Killen. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $222 ($133–$355)
Specialist Visit $311 ($178–$488)
Urgent Care Visit $178 ($89–$311)
Emergency Room Visit $1,954 ($710–$4,440)
Dental Cleaning $115 ($67–$178)
Dental Filling $222 ($133–$355)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $40 ($22–$67)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $67 ($44–$107)
Brake Pad Replacement $266 ($133–$444)
Tire Rotation $36 ($18–$67)
New Tires (Set of 4) $533 ($355–$888)
Battery Replacement $178 ($89–$311)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $89 ($53–$133)
Electrician (Per Hour) $80 ($44–$124)
HVAC Repair $355 ($133–$710)
HVAC System Install $6,216 ($3,552–$10,656)
Roof Repair $888 ($355–$1,776)
Roof Replacement $7,992 ($4,884–$13,320)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,332 ($444–$3,108)
Divorce (Contested) $13,320 ($4,440–$26,640)
DUI Defense $4,440 ($1,776–$8,880)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,332 ($710–$2,664)
Will Preparation $444 ($178–$888)
Trust Preparation $2,220 ($888–$4,440)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $22 ($13–$40)
Women's Haircut $49 ($27–$89)
Hair Coloring (Full) $133 ($67–$222)
Manicure $22 ($13–$40)
Pedicure $36 ($22–$58)
Massage (1 Hour) $71 ($44–$115)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.64 ($2.66–$4.88)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.11 ($2.22–$4.44)
Loaf of Bread $3.37 ($2.22–$4.88)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.00 ($2.66–$5.77)
Ground Beef (per lb) $4.88 ($3.55–$6.66)
Rice (per lb) $0.89 ($0.53–$1.60)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $124 ($71–$222)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $62 ($27–$133)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $62 ($36–$107)
Internet (Monthly) $62 ($36–$89)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $58 ($27–$89)
Cable TV (Monthly) $75 ($44–$133)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $178 ($67–$444)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,776 ($1,066–$3,108)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $62 ($27–$115)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $13 ($7.10–$22)
Car Registration (Annual) $89 ($27–$222)
Driver's License Renewal $27 ($13–$67)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,066 ($533–$2,220)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $888 ($444–$1,776)
After-School Care (Monthly) $355 ($178–$622)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $44 ($22–$89)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $888 ($355–$2,220)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,100 ($4,440–$26,640)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $53 ($27–$89)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $89 ($44–$178)
Dog Grooming $53 ($27–$89)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $36 ($18–$67)
Dog Spay/Neuter $266 ($133–$444)
Cat Spay/Neuter $178 ($89–$355)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$589
Toddler$583
Preschool$550
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$633
Toddler$606
Preschool$606
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Lauderdale County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 4,964 409 $56,462 1.12
Retail Trade 4,946 403 $31,722 1.61
Accommodation & Food Services 4,384 240 $21,207 1.56
Manufacturing 2,365 108 $53,557 0.93
Construction 1,842 190 $71,685 1.14
Wholesale Trade 1,275 105 $67,686 1.05
Administrative & Waste Services 1,064 107 $38,155 0.59
Finance & Insurance 952 188 $72,306 0.76
Professional & Technical Services 874 256 $59,762 0.41
Other Services 713 155 $40,099 0.77
Real Estate 460 122 $46,618 0.96
Arts & Entertainment 428 30 $16,450 0.83
Educational Services 305 15 $26,228 0.48
Information & Technology 273 57 $46,356 0.47
Management of Companies 179 10 $67,742 0.34

Schools in Killen

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Brooks Elementary School Elementary 903 48 18.8:1
Brooks High School High 755 40 18.9:1
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Radio Stations near Killen

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
92 WOWL-FM community radio, non-commercial MP3 192 kbps

National Parks Near Killen

12 national parks and monuments found near Killen.

ParkTypeFee
David Crockett State Park Free
Henry Horton State Park Free
Hurricane Creek Park State Park Free
J.P. Coleman State Park State Park Free
Joe Wheeler State Park State Park Free
Mousetail Landing State Park Free
Natchez Trace State Park Free
Pickwick Landing State Park Free
Pickwick Landing State Park State Park Free
Rickwood Caverns State Park State Park Free
Shiloh National Military Park National Military Park Free
Tishomingo State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Killen

1 trails found near Killen.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
GUM POND WILD HORSE 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes

Museums in Killen

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
HELEN KELLER BIRTHPLACEGENERAL MUSEUM2563834066$199,930
CHILDREN'S MUSEUM OF THE SHOALSCHILDREN'S MUSEUM2567650500$88,560
LAGRANGE LIVING HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION2564469324$19,057
ST FLORIAN HISTORICAL PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION$450
ALABAMA MUSIC HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM617 HIGHWAY 72 WEST2563814417
BELLE MONT MANSIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION1569 COOK LANE2566378513
COAST GUARD HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
COURTLAND HERITAGE MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM252 COLLEGE ST2566372710
KILLEN HISTORICAL COMMISSIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
NATCHEZ TRACE GENALOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
UNIVERSITY OF NORTH ALABAMA PLANETARIUM AND OBSERVATORYSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM2567654284
W.C. HANDY HOUSE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2567606434

Libraries in Killen

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
MUSCLE SHOALS PUBLIC LIBRARY1918 EAST AVALON AVENUE0.0194,532
FLORENCE - LAUDERDALE PUBLIC LIBRARY350 NORTH WOOD AVENUE0.0169,691
SHEFFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY316 NORTH MONTGOMERY AVENUE0.057,227
KILLEN PUBLIC LIBRARY325 J. C. MAULDIN HIGHWAY0.026,292
LEXINGTON - BURCHELL CAMPBELL MEMORIAL LIBRARY11075 HIGHWAY 1010.023,400
ROGERSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY74 BANK STREET0.021,535
TUSCUMBIA - HELEN KELLER PUBLIC LIBRARY511 NORTH MAIN STREET0.09,358
TOWN CREEK PUBLIC LIBRARY15971 MAIN STREET0.09,308
COURTLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY215 COLLEGE STREET0.03,318
LEIGHTON PUBLIC LIBRARY8740 MAIN STREET0.02,000

Farmers Markets in Killen

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Colbert County Farmers MarketSouth Raleigh Avenue
College Street Farmers Market526 E College St05/04/2017 to 11/16/2017Thu: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;Visit
Jack oO lantern farm430 garage rd.Tue: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;Thu: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;Sat: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM;Visit

Restaurants in Killen

7 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

City Limits Cafe
Lawler's Barbecue
New China Chinese
Ole Sawmill Cafe
Pizza Hut
Rick's Barbecue
Rising Crust Pizza and Hops

Gas Stations in Killen

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chevron

Banks in Killen

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bank Independent
Listerhill Credit Union

Golf Courses in Killen

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail at the Shoals
Turtle Point Yacht and Country Club

Breweries in Killen

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
B & B Discount BeveragesFood Stores, Liquor Stores, Breweries675 Highway 722563602349
Shoal's Distributing IncFood & Dining, Beverages, Breweries, wholesale, supply, beer, ale100 Commerce St2563867147
Supreme Beverage CoFood & Dining, Beverages, Breweries, Beverage & Drinks, Muscle Shoals, AL, Beer and Ale, Muscle Sho106 Avalon Ave2563867211

Nursing Homes in Killen

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
LAUDERDALE CHRISTIAN NURSING HOME
2019 COUNTY ROAD 394
Non profit - Corporation 58 58 4/5 3/5 5/5 2567572103

Pharmacies in Killen

3 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
FOODLAND PHARMACY 1161 HIGHWAY 72 256-757-1161
GREENHILL PHARMACY 357 HIGHWAY 64 256-757-9800
PROFESSIONAL CUSTOMIZED MEDICATIONS 1621 HIGHWAY 72 256-757-1956

Cell Towers in Killen

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
123 PEGGY AVENUE (77719)GTOWER123
HIGHWAY 101 (86389)LTOWER115
.5 MI N OF US HWY 72 .25 MI E OF COX CRK PKYTOWER115
.5 MI NW INT MOUNT BETHEL RD & BETTY HWYTOWER91
.5 MI NW INT MOUNT BETHEL RD & BETTY HWYTOWER91
.5 MI NW INT MOUNT BETHEL RD & BETTY HWYTOWER91
8180 OLD HIGHWAY 20 (66727)GTOWER81
251 GOARDSVILLE ROAD (8334)LTOWER79
9790 HIGHWAY 157 (85353)LTOWER78
408 COUNTY ROAD 364 (79089)LTOWER63
107 COMMERCE STTOWER61
15 MISTY MOUNTAIN ROAD (79090)LTOWER60
ON BRADEN POINT .25 MI SW INT US 43 & LOOP RDTOWER60

Fire Stations in Killen

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Center Star Fire District, Inc.80 Montclair DRVolunteer256-757-1722
Killen Fire Department319 J.C. Mauldin HWYVolunteer256-757-1246

Bridges in Killen

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete200594528,760G
CulvertConcrete19603923,230F
CulvertConcrete19603123,230F
CulvertConcrete19362517,560F
CulvertConcrete19362317,560F
Channel BeamConcrete19851023,775F
CulvertConcrete1934253,000F
CulvertConcrete1991362,968G
CulvertConcrete1984772,480F
CulvertConcrete201642818G
CulvertConcrete202326804G
CulvertConcrete200757708G
CulvertSteel201325600G
CulvertConcrete200343561G
CulvertConcrete198940550G
CulvertConcrete201052510G
Tee BeamConcrete1938104410F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous1956361345F
CulvertConcrete200627215G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel193548210F
Tee BeamConcrete193724150F
Channel BeamConcrete197448140F
Tee BeamConcrete19272780F
Tee BeamConcrete19274276P

Superfund Sites Near Killen

5 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
INTERNATIONAL PAPER COURTLAND MILL16504 CO RD 150LAWRENCE
INTERNATIONAL PAPER COURTLAND MILL16504 CO RD 150LAWRENCE
INTERNATIONAL PAPER COURTLAND MILL16504 CO RD 150LAWRENCE
INTERNATIONAL PAPER COURTLAND MILL16504 CO RD 150LAWRENCE
WISE ALLOYS LLC SHEFFIELD OPS501 WEST 20TH AVENUECOLBERT

Airports Near Killen

37 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Northwest Alabama Regional AirportMSLMedium Airport
Abernathy FieldSmall Airport
Addison Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Airborne Acres AirportSmall Airport
Ardmore AirportSmall Airport
Askey FieldSmall Airport
Beechwood AirparkSmall Airport
Big River AirparkSmall Airport
Bill Pugh FieldSmall Airport
Courtland AirportSmall Airport
Cullman Regional Airport-Folsom FieldSmall Airport
Elam's Landing AirportSmall Airport
Elk Haven AirportSmall Airport
Ellington AirportSmall Airport
Glendale FieldSmall Airport
Hallelujah Farm AirportSmall Airport
Hartselle-Morgan County Regional AirportSmall Airport
Hassell FieldSmall Airport
Island Bend Farms AirportSmall Airport
Iuka AirportSmall Airport
James Tucker Perry County AirportSmall Airport
KownSmall Airport
Lacy AirportSmall Airport
Lawrenceburg Lawrence County AirportSmall Airport
LevAirportSmall Airport
Marion County Rankin Fite AirportHABSmall Airport
Maury County AirportMRCSmall Airport
Palmer Village-Napier Lake AirportSmall Airport
Paul Bridges FieldSmall Airport
Posey FieldSmall Airport
Pryor Field Regional AirportDCUSmall Airport
Savannah Hardin County AirportSmall Airport
STOL-It Farm AirportSmall Airport
Tishomingo County AirportSmall Airport
Upper Fort Hampton StripSmall Airport
Whatley AirportSmall Airport
Wilson Creek AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Killen

4 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Florence Police Department702 South Seminary Street
Florence Police Substation
Muscle Shoals Police Department
UNA Police Department

Grocery Stores in Killen

13 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
72 Hwy Quick Stop LlcConvenience Store1003 Highway 72
A To Z Center Star Market 1Convenience Store6710 Highway 72
DOLLAR GENERAL 4907Other1121 Highway 72
DOLLAR GENERAL 9669Other100 Highway 64
Dollar General 21306Other5757 Highway 72
Dollar General 24522Other70 Haygood Cir
DOLLAR GENERAL 3624Other14473 County Line Rd
Family Dollar 13762Other7865 Highway 43
Foodland 101Supermarket14505 County Line Rd
Foodland 117Super Store1161 Highway 72
Gp QuickstopConvenience Store1201A Highway 72
Quick Mart 23Convenience Store8190 Highway 43
Quick Mart 25Convenience Store1549 Highway 72

Post Offices in Killen

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Killen Post Office1650 US Highway 72

Treatment Centers in Killen

3 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
BHG Shoals Treatment Center - The Treatment Centers IncSubstance Abuse256-383-6646
Health Connect AmericaBoth256-712-2822
Southern Wellness ServicesSubstance Abuse256-284-7080

DOL Wage Violations in Killen

2 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $231,588 in back wages owed to 68 employees.

2
Violations
$231,588
Back Wages Owed
68
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
S & C Construction LLC SIGNIFICANT 35645 1 $117,245 $2,393 49
Big River Electric, Inc SIGNIFICANT 35645 1 $114,343 $6,018 19

Churches & Religious Organizations in Killen

8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
AMBASSADORS OF HOPEPO BOX 1076
HANDS OF HOPE INTERNATIONAL6620 HIGHWAY 72
LEGACY IN LIVES MINISTRY9177 TURTLE POINT DR
LOVING LIKE CHRIST INC550 CLOVERLEAF CIR
NORTH CAROLINA CHURCH OF CHRIST3500 COUNTY ROAD 36
UNSEEN ANTHEM7717 COUNTY ROAD 94
WISE LESSONS190 CEDAR POINT LN
WORD FELLOWSHIP WITHOUT WALLS MINISTRIES INC101 COUNTY ROAD 426

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Frequently Asked Questions About Killen

What is the population of Killen?

Killen has a population of 1,431 residents and is located in Alabama. The population density is 705 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.9 years. The population is 41.4% female and 58.6% male.

Is Killen expensive to live in?

Killen is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 88.8 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $61,422, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $162,800 (42% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $954 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Killen safe?

Killen is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 101 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,749 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Killen receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Killen?

Killen enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 57.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Killen?

Killen has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $899. There are 2,558 business establishments in the area, including 199 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 4.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Killen?

The median home value in Killen is $162,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $260,128. For renters, the median monthly rent is $954. Fair market rent is $772 for a 1-bedroom and $936 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 65.6%. The average annual property tax is $2,296.

How are the schools in Killen?

Schools in Killen score 5.3 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 16.3% of adults in Killen hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.8% have completed high school. 5.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Killen?

The obesity rate in Killen is 33.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 13.0% of adults are smokers. 21.7% are physically inactive. 24.7% of residents report depression. 7.8% lack health insurance. 52.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,844.

What is transportation like in Killen?

The average commute in Killen is 26 minutes. 87.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 4.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Killen?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Killen is 92% White, 4.9% Black or African American, 1% Hispanic or Latino. 98.9% of residents speak only English at home. 6.7% of the population are military veterans. 14.1% of residents have a disability. 94.1% have health insurance coverage.

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