Lillian, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Lillian is a small town in Alabama with a population of 1,889. Residents earn $65,313 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
1,889 Population 989/sq mi density
$65,313 Median Income $26,785 per capita
$244,000 Home Value $307,292 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
68°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$65,313 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$244,000 home value
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
24.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,313
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $244,000
13% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.1%
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.3%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,889
Median Age46.0 yrs
Density989/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

A
Median Income$65,313
Per Capita$26,785
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$24,363M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$244,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$307,292

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain57.7 in/yr
Elevation4 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.1%
High School+94.1%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute29 min
Libraries10

Is Lillian a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lillian receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Lillian offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lillian is $65,313, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lillian is $244,000, 13% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

24.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Lillian enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Lillian has a population of 1,889 with a density of 989 people per square mile. The median age is 46.0 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.4%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 2.4% Black.

Population

1,889
Total Population
989
People / sq mi
46.0yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Lillian vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.8%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.2%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lillian vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lillian is $65,313, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Lillian vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,313
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,785
Avg Weekly Wage$1,159
IRS Avg AGI$72,315

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,738
County GDP$24,363M

Business (County)

Restaurants657
Healthcare997
Retail1,122
Manufacturing158

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,210
49% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.14%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.6 min
Work from Home6.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Lillian is $244,000, 13% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $307,292.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$244,000
13% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$307,292
Median List Price$320,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$320,000
$/Sq Ft$277
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio107.1%
Price Drops16.7%
Inventory12

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,210
49% above US avg
Effective Rate2.14%
In Lillian, 35.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.0% report depression. 24.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.3%
10% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure37.2%
Asthma9.7%
COPD6.5%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity24.0%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress12.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate75.7%
Checkup Rate77.0%
Premature Death12,586/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access81.8%
Healthcare Facilities997

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)50

Safety Score

Lillian has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average67.5°F
25% above US avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.7 inches
52% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4 ft (1 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²)
Population Density989/sq mi
Coordinates30.4189°N, 87.4208°W
County FIPS12033
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 24.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.2%
D 39.7%

Winner: Republican by 19.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.1%
28% below US avg
High School+94.1%
School Test Score4.40
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density989/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities997
Restaurants657
Retail Stores1,122

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)50

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.6 min
Work from Home6.5%

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