Alabama · Metropolitan Area
Leighton is a small town in Alabama with a population of 711. Residents earn $33,214 per year, which is 56% below the national average.
Based on current data, Leighton receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Leighton has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Leighton is $33,214, 56% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 24.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
The median home value in Leighton is $85,300, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $436 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 2,654 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 5,587 per 100,000, 185% above the national average.
12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Leighton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 99.2% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.8% |
| 94% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $33,214 |
| 56% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $24,856 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,116 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $66,980 |
| Unemployment | 3.2% |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 24.6% |
| 98% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,621 |
| County GDP | $3,559M |
| Restaurants | 115 |
| Healthcare | 126 |
| Retail | 229 |
| Manufacturing | 87 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,751 |
| 50% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.05% |
| Commute Time | 23.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 94.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 2.9% |
| Census Median | $85,300 |
| 70% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $149,542 |
| Census Median Rent | $436 |
| 63% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 51.0% |
| Studio | $716 |
| 1 Bedroom | $772 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $936 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,206 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,381 |
| Owner-Occupied | 65.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,751 |
| 50% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.05% |
| Obesity | 42.2% |
| 31% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 15.4% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 43.9% |
| Asthma | 11.8% |
| COPD | 8.5% |
| Stroke | 4.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 13.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.3% |
| Depression | 24.6% |
| Mental Distress | 20.8% |
| Physical Distress | 15.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 87.1% |
| Checkup Rate | 79.1% |
| Premature Death | 12,370/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 68.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 126 |
| Total Violent | 2,653.6/100K |
| 598% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 419.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 2,234.6/100K |
| Total Property | 5,586.6/100K |
| 185% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 2,514.0/100K |
| Theft | 2,653.6/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 419.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 62.9°F |
| 16% above US avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 54.2 inches |
| 43% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 570 ft (174 m) |
| Area | 2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 329/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.6937°N, 87.5243°W |
| County FIPS | 01033 |
Winner: Republican by 46.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 12.8% |
| 62% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 85.9% |
| School Test Score | 4.40 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 329/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.2 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 55.6% |
| Public Libraries | 5 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 126 |
| Restaurants | 115 |
| Retail Stores | 229 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 23.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 94.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 2.9% |