Loachapoka, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Loachapoka is a small town in Alabama with a population of 218. Residents earn $47,250 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
218 Population 191/sq mi density
$47,250 Median Income $31,037 per capita
$183,000 Home Value
$933 Median Rent 23.0% 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
3.5 / 5.0
$47,250 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$183,000 home value, $933/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
24.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,250
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $183,000
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.1%
28% lower than US avg
Median Rent $933
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.0%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.0%
13% higher than US avg

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

People

Population218
Median Age37.0 yrs
Density191/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 63%
Veterans5.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$47,250
Per Capita$31,037
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty14.0%
County GDP$9,275M
Commute58 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$183,000
Rent$933
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden23.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation632 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.1%
High School+99.4%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 35%
Commute58 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries2

Is Loachapoka a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Loachapoka is $47,250, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. 14.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 58 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Loachapoka is $183,000, 35% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $933 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

24.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Loachapoka enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Loachapoka has a population of 218 with a density of 191 people per square mile. The median age is 37.0 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (63.3%), with 29.4% Black.

Population

218
Total Population
191
People / sq mi
37.0yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.2%
Female 57.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Loachapoka vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.9%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.1%
77% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Loachapoka vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Loachapoka is $47,250, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 58 minutes.

Income: Loachapoka vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,250
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,037
Avg Weekly Wage$1,027
IRS Avg AGI$78,658

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.0%
13% above US avg
Establishments (County)4,362
County GDP$9,275M

Business (County)

Restaurants421
Healthcare307
Retail535
Manufacturing141

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,789
20% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time58.3 min
Drive Alone61.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Loachapoka is $183,000, 35% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $933 (20% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$183,000
35% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$933
20% below US avg
Rent Burden23.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied48.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,789
20% below US avg
Effective Rate1.52%
In Loachapoka, 38.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.8% report depression. 21.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.0%
18% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure36.1%
Asthma9.9%
COPD4.9%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.8%
Physical Inactivity21.8%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress15.7%
Physical Distress10.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.4%
Checkup Rate80.1%
Premature Death7,894/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access61.1%
Healthcare Facilities307

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Loachapoka has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.2°F
13% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation632 ft (193 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density191/sq mi
Coordinates32.6079°N, 85.5985°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS01081
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 24.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.8-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.3%
D 35.5%

Winner: Republican by 27.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.1%
28% below US avg
High School+99.4%
School Test Score4.40
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density191/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities307
Restaurants421
Retail Stores535

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute58.3 min
Drive Alone61.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.1%

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