Lockhart, AL

Alabama

Lockhart is a small town in Alabama with a population of 297. Residents earn $36,964 per year, which is 51% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
297 Population 272/sq mi density
$36,964 Median Income $33,881 per capita
$72,700 Home Value
$652 Median Rent 24.0% income on rent
68°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$36,964 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$72,700 home value, $652/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,964
51% lower than US avg
Home Value $72,700
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.2%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $652
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.6%
55% lower than US avg

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

People

Population297
Median Age56.4 yrs
Density272/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans7.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$36,964
Per Capita$33,881
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty5.6%
County GDP$1,662M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$72,700
Rent$652
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden24.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain59.8 in/yr
Elevation308 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.2%
High School+81.8%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 14%
Commute21 min
Broadband58.5%
Libraries3

Is Lockhart a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lockhart receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Lockhart offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lockhart is $36,964, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. Only 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lockhart is $72,700, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $652 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Lockhart enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 59.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Lockhart has a population of 297 with a density of 272 people per square mile. The median age is 56.4 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.6%), with 6.1% Black.

Population

297
Total Population
272
People / sq mi
56.4yrs
Median Age
45% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.1%
Female 54.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Lockhart vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lockhart vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lockhart is $36,964, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Lockhart vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,964
51% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,881
Avg Weekly Wage$919
IRS Avg AGI$60,353

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.6%
55% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,134
County GDP$1,662M

Business (County)

Restaurants67
Healthcare98
Retail179
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,838
47% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.6 min
Drive Alone91.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Lockhart is $72,700, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $652 (44% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$72,700
74% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$652
44% below US avg
Rent Burden24.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied54.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,838
47% below US avg
Effective Rate2.53%
In Lockhart, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.3% report depression. 32.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.0%
25% above US avg
Diabetes14.3%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure41.6%
Asthma10.8%
COPD9.2%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.7%
Physical Inactivity32.6%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress21.0%
Physical Distress16.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate76.4%
Checkup Rate77.5%
Premature Death14,664/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access57.9%
Healthcare Facilities98

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Lockhart has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 59.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

51°F Jan (11°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average67.6°F
25% above US avg
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall59.8 inches
57% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation308 ft (94 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density272/sq mi
Coordinates31.0130°N, 86.3503°W
County FIPS01039
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 6.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 72.4-point margin. 58.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86%
D 13.6%

Winner: Republican by 72.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.2%
82% below US avg
High School+81.8%
School Test Score4.40
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density272/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access58.5%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities98
Restaurants67
Retail Stores179

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.6 min
Drive Alone91.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.3%

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