Littleville, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Littleville is a small town in Alabama with a population of 866. Residents earn $48,977 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
866 Population 174/sq mi density
$48,977 Median Income $31,409 per capita
$127,800 Home Value $139,015 Zillow
$765 Median Rent 26.7% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$48,977 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$127,800 home value, $765/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,977
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $127,800
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.9%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $765
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.1%
2% lower than US avg

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

People

Population866
Median Age54.3 yrs
Density174/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans11.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$48,977
Per Capita$31,409
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty12.1%
County GDP$3,559M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$127,800
Rent$765
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$139,015
Rent Burden26.7%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain56.7 in/yr
Elevation689 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.9%
High School+84.4%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute29 min
Broadband79.0%
Libraries5

Is Littleville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Littleville receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Littleville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Littleville is $48,977, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. 12.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Littleville is $127,800, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $765 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Littleville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Littleville has a population of 866 with a density of 174 people per square mile. The median age is 54.3 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.3%).

Population

866
Total Population
174
People / sq mi
54.3yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
5.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.7%
Female 57.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Littleville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Littleville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Littleville is $48,977, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Littleville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,977
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,409
Avg Weekly Wage$1,116
IRS Avg AGI$66,980

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.1%
2% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,621
County GDP$3,559M

Business (County)

Restaurants115
Healthcare126
Retail229
Manufacturing87

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,751
50% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.7 min
Drive Alone85.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Littleville is $127,800, 55% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $765 (34% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $139,015.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$127,800
55% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$139,015

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$765
34% below US avg
Rent Burden26.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,751
50% below US avg
Effective Rate1.37%
In Littleville, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.5% report depression. 28.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes12.0%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure37.7%
Asthma10.4%
COPD8.4%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity28.4%
Depression27.5%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress15.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.0%
Checkup Rate76.5%
Premature Death12,370/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access68.9%
Healthcare Facilities126

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Littleville has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.4°F
14% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.7 inches
49% above US avg
Snowfall0.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation689 ft (210 m)
Area5.0 sq mi (12.9 km²)
Population Density174/sq mi
Coordinates34.5951°N, 87.6707°W
County FIPS01033
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.4-point margin. 79.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.8%
D 26.4%

Winner: Republican by 46.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.9%
56% below US avg
High School+84.4%
School Test Score4.40
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density174/sq mi
Total Area5.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities126
Restaurants115
Retail Stores229

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.7 min
Drive Alone85.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.7%

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