Alabama
Linden is a small town in Alabama with a population of 1,879. Residents earn $30,313 per year, which is 60% below the national average.
Based on current data, Linden receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Linden has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Linden is $30,313, 60% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 19.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
The median home value in Linden is $94,700, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $753 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
The violent crime rate of 445 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,761 per 100,000, 92% above the national average.
15.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Linden enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 98.7% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.3% |
| 90% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $30,313 |
| 60% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $24,356 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,027 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,967 |
| Unemployment | 4.8% |
| 33% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 19.3% |
| 56% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 568 |
| County GDP | $1,108M |
| Restaurants | 37 |
| Healthcare | 52 |
| Retail | 98 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,588 |
| 55% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.68% |
| Commute Time | 21.1 min |
| Work from Home | 3.0% |
| Census Median | $94,700 |
| 66% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $753 |
| 35% below US avg |
| Studio | $716 |
| 1 Bedroom | $772 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $936 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,206 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,381 |
| Owner-Occupied | 48.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,588 |
| 55% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.68% |
| Obesity | 46.7% |
| 45% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 18.5% |
| Heart Disease | 7.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 49.5% |
| Asthma | 11.7% |
| COPD | 10.4% |
| Stroke | 5.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 12.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 38.1% |
| Depression | 24.4% |
| Mental Distress | 21.3% |
| Physical Distress | 17.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 91.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 80.7% |
| Premature Death | 14,679/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 47.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 52 |
| Total Violent | 445.3/100K |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 49.5/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 395.8/100K |
| Total Property | 3,760.5/100K |
| 92% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,731.8/100K |
| Theft | 1,979.2/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 49.5/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 64.2°F |
| 19% above US avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 56.2 inches |
| 48% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.2 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 152 ft (46 m) |
| Area | 3.6 sq mi (9.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 525/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.3014°N, 87.7926°W |
| County FIPS | 01091 |
Winner: Republican by 3.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 15.1% |
| 55% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 89.0% |
| School Test Score | 4.40 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 525/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.6 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 52 |
| Restaurants | 37 |
| Retail Stores | 98 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Avg Commute | 21.1 min |
| Work from Home | 3.0% |