Linden, AL
Full City Profile · Alabama · Marengo County County
Linden, AL
At a Glance
How Linden Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Linden's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Linden a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Linden residents earn a median household income of $30,313 , which is 60% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,356. The unemployment rate stands at 8.6% (139% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 19.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 568 business establishments, including 37 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Linden is $94,700 , 66% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $147,878. Median rent is $753/month, with 38.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 88.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1972.
Safety & Crime
Linden reports 823 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 117% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,030/100K.
Education
15.1% of adults in Linden hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below the national average). 89.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Linden has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.2 inches.