Kinsey, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Kinsey is a small town in Alabama with a population of 2,175. Residents earn $51,042 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
2,175 Population 180/sq mi density
$51,042 Median Income $25,094 per capita
$114,800 Home Value $141,381 Zillow
$961 Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$51,042 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$114,800 home value, $961/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,042
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $114,800
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.2%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $961
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.1%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.5%
9% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,175
Median Age34.4 yrs
Density180/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 52%

Economy

B+
Median Income$51,042
Per Capita$25,094
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty13.5%
County GDP$8,043M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$114,800
Rent$961
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$141,381

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain56.7 in/yr
Elevation322 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.2%
High School+81.2%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute21 min
Libraries4

Is Kinsey a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kinsey receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Kinsey offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kinsey is $51,042, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. 13.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kinsey is $114,800, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $961 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Kinsey enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Kinsey has a population of 2,175 with a density of 180 people per square mile. The median age is 34.4 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (52.1%), with 39.8% Black.

Population

2,175
Total Population
180
People / sq mi
34.4yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
12.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Kinsey vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.7%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.3%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kinsey vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kinsey is $51,042, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Kinsey vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,042
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,094
Avg Weekly Wage$1,029
IRS Avg AGI$70,998

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,720
County GDP$8,043M

Business (County)

Restaurants295
Healthcare340
Retail543
Manufacturing105

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,317
34% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.02%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.3 min
Work from Home2.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Kinsey is $114,800, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $961 (17% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $141,381.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$114,800
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$141,381
Median List Price$599,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$599,000
$/Sq Ft$116
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio92.5%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$961
17% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,317
34% below US avg
Effective Rate2.02%
In Kinsey, 43.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.0% report depression. 30.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.1%
34% above US avg
Diabetes14.5%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure42.5%
Asthma11.1%
COPD7.9%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.4%
Physical Inactivity30.2%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress14.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.9%
Checkup Rate80.5%
Premature Death11,251/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access72.2%
Healthcare Facilities340

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Kinsey has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

49°F Jan (10°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average66.9°F
24% above US avg
January Average49°F (10°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.7 inches
49% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation322 ft (98 m)
Area12.1 sq mi (31.4 km²)
Population Density180/sq mi
Coordinates31.2963°N, 85.3350°W
County FIPS01069
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 10.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.5%
D 25.7%

Winner: Republican by 47.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.2%
70% below US avg
High School+81.2%
School Test Score4.40
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density180/sq mi
Total Area12.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities340
Restaurants295
Retail Stores543

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.3 min
Work from Home2.3%

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