Alabama
Lineville is a small town in Alabama with a population of 2,636. Residents earn $37,396 per year, which is 50% below the national average.
Based on current data, Lineville 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. Lineville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Lineville is $37,396, 50% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 25.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Lineville is $146,300, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $611 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
With 608 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 998 per 100,000, 49% below the national average.
16.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Lineville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 59.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 97.3% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 2.7% |
| 80% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $37,396 |
| 50% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $27,496 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $857 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $57,169 |
| Unemployment | 3.3% |
| 8% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 25.5% |
| 106% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 254 |
| County GDP | $577M |
| Restaurants | 15 |
| Healthcare | 17 |
| Retail | 40 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,162 |
| 67% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.79% |
| Commute Time | 16.8 min |
| Work from Home | 4.8% |
| Census Median | $146,300 |
| 48% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $194,221 |
| Census Median Rent | $611 |
| 47% below US avg |
| Studio | $716 |
| 1 Bedroom | $772 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $936 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,206 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,381 |
| Owner-Occupied | 68.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,162 |
| 67% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 0.79% |
| Obesity | 45.9% |
| 43% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 15.1% |
| Heart Disease | 7.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 44.3% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| COPD | 9.0% |
| Stroke | 4.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 13.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.8% |
| Depression | 24.7% |
| Mental Distress | 20.5% |
| Physical Distress | 16.0% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.9% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.9% |
| Premature Death | 13,313/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 64.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 17 |
| Total Violent | 607.6/100K |
| 60% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 86.8/100K |
| Robbery | 43.4/100K |
| Assault | 477.4/100K |
| Total Property | 998.3/100K |
| 49% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 347.2/100K |
| Theft | 434.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 217.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 61.1°F |
| 13% above US avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 59.7 inches |
| 57% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 1.6 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,058 ft (322 m) |
| Area | 9.7 sq mi (25.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 273/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.3128°N, 85.7523°W |
| County FIPS | 01027 |
Winner: Republican by 70.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 16.0% |
| 53% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 82.5% |
| School Test Score | 4.40 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 273/sq mi |
| Total Area | 9.7 sq mi |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 17 |
| Restaurants | 15 |
| Retail Stores | 40 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 16.8 min |
| Work from Home | 4.8% |