Level Plains, AL

Alabama

Level Plains is a small town in Alabama with a population of 1,608. Residents earn $64,167 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,608 Population 524/sq mi density
$64,167 Median Income $34,721 per capita
$125,300 Home Value $208,466 Zillow
$826 Median Rent 20.9% income on rent
67°F Avg Temperature
541 Violent Crime/100K 2,459 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$64,167 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$125,300 home value, $826/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
541 violent crimes/100K (42% above avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,167
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $125,300
56% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 541/100K
42% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.1%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $826
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.8%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.3%
90% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,608
Median Age47.7 yrs
Density524/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 62%
Veterans21.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$64,167
Per Capita$34,721
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty1.3%
County GDP$3,915M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$125,300
Rent$826
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$208,466
Rent Burden20.9%

Crime

F
Violent541/100K
Property2,459/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault492/100K
Burglary541/100K

Health

Obesity37.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain57.9 in/yr
Elevation332 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.1%
High School+85.4%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute26 min
Broadband90.4%
Libraries4

Is Level Plains a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Level Plains receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates. Level Plains offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Level Plains is $64,167, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 1.3% 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 Level Plains is $125,300, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $826 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 541 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,459 per 100,000, 25% above the national average.

Education

17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Level Plains enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Level Plains has a population of 1,608 with a density of 524 people per square mile. The median age is 47.7 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (62.3%), with 3% Hispanic, 22.7% Black.

Population

1,608
Total Population
524
People / sq mi
47.7yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.9%
Female 47.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Level Plains vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.9%
9% above US avg
Spanish14.1%
5% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Level Plains vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Level Plains is $64,167, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Level Plains vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,167
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,721
Avg Weekly Wage$1,237
IRS Avg AGI$56,340

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.3%
90% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,130
County GDP$3,915M

Business (County)

Restaurants82
Healthcare65
Retail135
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,739
50% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.39%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.9 min
Drive Alone84.1%
Public Transit0.4%
Work from Home3.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Level Plains is $125,300, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $826 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $208,466.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$125,300
56% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$208,466

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$826
29% below US avg
Rent Burden20.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,739
50% below US avg
Effective Rate1.39%
In Level Plains, 37.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.6% report depression. 26.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Level Plains vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.8%
18% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure36.8%
Asthma9.9%
COPD6.3%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.6%
Physical Inactivity26.4%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress13.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.0%
Checkup Rate77.6%
Premature Death11,939/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access38.9%
Healthcare Facilities65
Level Plains has a violent crime rate of 541 per 100,000 residents, 42% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,459 per 100,000 (25% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent541.1/100K
42% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape49.2/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault491.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,459.4/100K
25% above US avg
Burglary541.1/100K
Theft1,672.4/100K
Vehicle Theft245.9/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Level Plains has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

49°F Jan (10°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average66.5°F
23% above US avg
January Average49°F (10°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.9 inches
52% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation332 ft (101 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (8.0 km²)
Population Density524/sq mi
Coordinates31.3071°N, 85.7687°W
County FIPS01045
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.3-point margin. 90.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.8%
D 23.5%

Winner: Republican by 52.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.1%
49% below US avg
High School+85.4%
School Test Score4.40
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density524/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.4%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities65
Restaurants82
Retail Stores135

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.9 min
Drive Alone84.1%
Public Transit0.4%
Work from Home3.3%

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