Alabama
Kinston is a small town in Alabama with a population of 760. Residents earn $36,875 per year, which is 51% below the national average.
Based on current data, Kinston receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Kinston has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Kinston is $36,875, 51% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 16.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
The median home value in Kinston is $71,700, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $684 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 748 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,047 per 100,000, 157% above the national average.
8.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Kinston enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 59.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 97.0% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 3.0% |
| 78% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $36,875 |
| 51% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $18,399 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $919 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $60,353 |
| Unemployment | 9.4% |
| 161% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 16.9% |
| 36% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,134 |
| County GDP | $1,662M |
| Restaurants | 67 |
| Healthcare | 98 |
| Retail | 179 |
| Manufacturing | 33 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,838 |
| 47% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.56% |
| Commute Time | 20.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 79.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 3.8% |
| Census Median | $71,700 |
| 75% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $160,925 |
| Census Median Rent | $684 |
| 41% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 34.8% |
| Studio | $716 |
| 1 Bedroom | $772 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $936 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,206 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,381 |
| Owner-Occupied | 73.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,838 |
| 47% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.56% |
| Obesity | 39.8% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.4% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 8.9% |
| Stroke | 3.6% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.6% |
| Depression | 28.2% |
| Mental Distress | 20.6% |
| Physical Distress | 15.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 58.5% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.9% |
| Premature Death | 14,664/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 57.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 98 |
| Total Violent | 747.7/100K |
| 97% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 186.9/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 560.8/100K |
| Total Property | 5,046.7/100K |
| 157% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,121.5/100K |
| Theft | 3,738.3/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 186.9/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 68.8°F |
| 27% above US avg | |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 59.1 inches |
| 56% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 275 ft (84 m) |
| Area | 4.9 sq mi (12.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 155/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.2196°N, 86.1701°W |
| County FIPS | 01039 |
Winner: Republican by 72.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 8.4% |
| 75% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 83.0% |
| School Test Score | 4.40 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 155/sq mi |
| Total Area | 4.9 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 81.9% |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 98 |
| Restaurants | 67 |
| Retail Stores | 179 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 20.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 79.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 3.8% |