Median Income $42,109

44% lower than US avg

Home Value $73,300

74% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 19.3%

43% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 50.4%

57% higher than US avg

Unemployment 5.1%

42% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 32.1%

159% higher than US avg

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

People

Population490

Median Age49.6 yrs

Density189/mi²

Male / Female29% / 71%

Largest GroupWhite 1%

Veterans10.6%

Economy

Median Income$42,109

Per Capita$28,368

Unemployment5.1%

Poverty32.1%

County GDP$408M

Commute47 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$73,300

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units286

Health

Obesity50.4%

Uninsured12.8%

Smoking18.8%

Depression21.1%

Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Sunny Days323/yr

Elevation176 ft (54 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+19.3%

High School+86.6%

Graduate+6.2%

School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%

Commute47 min

Broadband58.5%

Libraries4

Is Lisman a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lisman receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Lisman offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lisman is $42,109, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 32.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lisman is $73,300, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Lisman enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 323 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Lisman has a population of 490 with a density of 189 people per square mile. The median age is 49.6 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (91.8%).

Population

490

Total Population

189

People / sq mi

49.6yrs

Median Age

28% above US avg

2.6mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 29%

Female 71%

Race & Ethnicity

Lisman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lisman vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lisman is $42,109, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 32.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes.

Income: Lisman vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$42,109
	44% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$28,368
Avg Weekly Wage	$808
IRS Avg AGI	$52,858

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	5.1%
	42% above US avg
Poverty Rate	32.1%
	159% above US avg
Establishments (County)	249
County GDP	$408M

Business (County)

Restaurants	19
Healthcare	18
Retail	38
Manufacturing	9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,406
	31% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	3.28%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	47.4 min
Drive Alone	95.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Lisman is $73,300, 74% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$73,300
	74% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

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-Occupied	92.7%
Housing Units	286
Median Year Built	1991

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,406
	31% below US avg
Effective Rate	3.28%

In Lisman, 50.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.8% of residents lack health insurance. 18.8% are current smokers. 21.1% report depression. 37.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	50.4%
	57% above US avg
Diabetes	19.1%
Heart Disease	7.0%
High Blood Pressure	51.0%
Asthma	12.2%
COPD	8.0%
Cancer	4.5%
Stroke	5.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	18.8%
	34% above US avg
Binge Drinking	11.0%
Physical Inactivity	37.2%
Depression	21.1%
Mental Distress	20.2%
Physical Distress	15.5%
Short Sleep	49.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	94.7%
Uninsured	12.8%
	49% above US avg
Checkup Rate	83.0%
Dental Visits	47.9%
Premature Death	14,176/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.4/10
Exercise Access	6.2%
Healthcare Facilities	18

Lisman has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area enjoys 323 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)

Annual Average	64.3°F
	19% above US avg
January Average	47°F (8°C)
July Average	80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days	323 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	176 ft (54 m)
Area	2.6 sq mi (6.7 km²)
Population Density	189/sq mi
Coordinates	32.1717°N, 88.2841°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	28023

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 19.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.2-point margin. 58.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.3%

D 32.1%

Winner: Republican by 35.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	19.3%
	43% below US avg
High School+	86.6%
Graduate Degree+	6.2%
School Test Score	4.40

C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9	Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density	189/sq mi
Total Area	2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	58.5%
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	18
Restaurants	19
Retail Stores	38

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	47.4 min
Drive Alone	95.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Lisman, AL

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Lisman a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Lisman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Lisman vs U.S. Average

Income: Lisman vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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