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Locust Fork, AL

Alabama · Blount County · Birmingham Metro

Locust Fork is a small town in Alabama with a population of 1,312. Residents earn $42,045 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,312 Population 336/sq mi density
$42,045 Median Income $27,529 per capita
$169,600 Home Value $222,634 Zillow
$1,054 Median Rent 48.2% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
328 Violent Crime/100K 3,104 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$42,045 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$169,600 home value, $1,054/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
328 violent crimes/100K (14% below avg)
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $42,045
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $169,600
40% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 328/100K
14% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.4%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,054
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.9%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.1%
46% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,312
Median Age47.3 yrs
Density336/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans6.5%

Economy

B
Median Income$42,045
Per Capita$27,529
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty18.1%
County GDP$1,535M
Commute33 min

Housing

A
Home Value$169,600
Rent$1,054
Ownership80.4%
Zillow$222,634
Housing Units536
Rent Burden48.2%

Crime

F
Violent328/100K
Property3,104/100K

Health

Obesity36.9%
Uninsured11.4%
Smoking19.6%
Depression27.6%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (16°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain57.0 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation538 ft (164 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.4%
High School+83.8%
Graduate+5.1%
School Score4.77

Community

2024 VoteR 90% / D 9%
Commute33 min
Broadband87.2%
EV Stations1
Libraries2

Is Locust Fork a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Locust Fork receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Locust Fork has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Locust Fork is $42,045, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. The poverty rate of 18.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Locust Fork is $169,600, 40% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,054 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Locust Fork is below the national average at 328 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,104 per 100,000, 58% above the national average.

Education

11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Locust Fork enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 57.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Locust Fork has a population of 1,312 with a density of 336 people per square mile, spread across 3.9 square miles. The median age is 47.3 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 57% female and 43% male. The city is predominantly White (93.8%), with 1.1% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.8% of residents. 6.5% of the population are veterans. 24.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 93.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,312
Total Population
336
People / sq mi
47.3yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
3.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43%
Female 57%

Race & Ethnicity

Locust Fork vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish 1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Locust Fork vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Locust Fork is $42,045, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,529 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $879, 39% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.1% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 956 business establishments, including 58 restaurants. The cost of living index is 88.8, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 2.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Locust Fork vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,045
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,529
Avg Weekly Wage$879
IRS Avg AGI$62,345
Gini Index0.448 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.1%
46% above US avg
Establishments (County)956
County GDP$1,535M

Business (County)

Restaurants58
Healthcare74
Retail132
Manufacturing43

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,734
50% below US avg
Cost of Living88.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.02%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.1 min
Drive Alone89.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Locust Fork is $169,600, 40% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $222,634, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $1,054 (9% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $772 for a one-bedroom to $936 for a two-bedroom apartment. 80.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 536 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1995. The average annual property tax is $1,734 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 48.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters. The home price-to-income ratio is 4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$169,600
40% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$222,634

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,054
9% below US avg
Rent Burden48.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership80.4%
Owner-Occupied80.4%
Renter-Occupied19.6%
Housing Units536
Median Year Built1995

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,734
50% below US avg
Effective Rate1.02%
In Locust Fork, 36.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.7% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.8% of residents, above the national average. 37.3% have high blood pressure. 19.6% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 16.2% report binge drinking. 29.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 27.6% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.4% experience frequent mental distress. 11.4% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:4,920. The dentist ratio is 1:5,951. 42.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.4 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Locust Fork vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.9%
15% above US avg
Diabetes11.7%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure37.3%
Asthma10.5%
COPD8.8%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.6%
40% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity29.3%
Depression27.6%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress15.4%
Short Sleep38.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.0%
Uninsured11.4%
33% above US avg
Primary Care1:4,920
Dentists1:5,951
Mental Health1:3,519
Checkup Rate76.6%
Dental Visits51.8%
Premature Death11,898/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access42.3%
Healthcare Facilities74
Locust Fork has a violent crime rate of 328 per 100,000 residents, 14% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,104 per 100,000, 58% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 12 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Locust Fork receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent328.3/100K
14% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property3,104.0/100K
58% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
Traffic Accidents80
Avg Accident Severity2.1 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Locust Fork enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 304 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 57.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.4 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 538 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.5°F
14% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Geography

Elevation538 ft (164 m)
Area3.9 sq mi (10.0 km²)
Population Density336/sq mi
Coordinates33.8768°N, 86.6471°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyBlount County County
Nearest AirportBirmingham-Shuttlesworth International (BHM)
22 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 57.0"
50% above US avg
Snowfall 1.4"
Wettest Month (Mar) 6.54"
Driest Month (Oct) 3.27"

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score68.5 / 100
Social Vulnerability69.3 / 100
Community Resilience15.7 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively High
Hurricane Relatively Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Very Low
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Relatively Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

76 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M2.6 on Feb 25, 2025.

Apr 29, 2003 8 km S of Valley Head, Alabama M4.6 116 km
Dec 8, 2001 5 km SW of Pleasant Groves, Alabama M3.9 100 km
Aug 19, 2004 8 km W of Brantleyville, Alabama M3.6 81 km
May 28, 1995 14 km WSW of Coker, Alabama M3.4 133 km
Apr 21, 2009 12 km S of Centreville, Alabama M3.4 123 km
May 9, 2004 8 km WNW of Brantleyville, Alabama M3.3 77 km
Jul 15, 1995 21 km SSW of Berry, Alabama M3.3 104 km
May 6, 2010 11 km ENE of Whitesboro, Alabama M3.2 73 km
Jun 23, 1990 12 km E of Vernon, Alabama M3.2 123 km
Sep 2, 1990 12 km NW of Fayette, Alabama M3.2 119 km
May 2, 2003 8 km S of Valley Head, Alabama M3.1 118 km
Jun 28, 2008 7 km WNW of Brookwood, Alabama M3.1 96 km
Apr 29, 2003 7 km E of Fort Payne, Alabama M3.1 112 km
Jun 23, 1990 8 km N of Belk, Alabama M3.1 121 km
May 4, 1994 2 km NNW of Addison, Alabama M3.0 63 km
May 28, 2000 3 km NE of Fayette, Alabama M3.0 109 km
May 28, 2000 13 km S of Winfield, Alabama M3.0 109 km
Sep 11, 1992 5 km SSE of Riverview, Alabama M3.0 112 km
May 4, 1994 12 km NNW of Addison, Alabama M3.0 72 km
Mar 20, 2004 11 km NW of Wilton, Alabama M3.0 87 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Ivan (2004, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
2004 Ivan Category 1 293 km
1995 Opal Category 1 198 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

738 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 286 fatalities, 3,229 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 27, 2011 EF5 84 km 25
Apr 8, 1998 EF5 83 km 32
Apr 4, 1977 EF5 48 km 22
Apr 3, 1974 EF5 99 km 16
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 23 km 22
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 40 km 6
Feb 6, 2008 EF4 83 km 4
Nov 24, 2001 EF4 21 km 0
Mar 27, 1994 EF4 49 km 22
Nov 15, 1989 EF4 86 km 21
Mar 6, 1967 EF4 52 km 2
Jan 24, 1964 EF4 65 km 10
Mar 11, 1963 EF4 24 km 2
Mar 5, 1963 EF4 64 km 0
Nov 18, 1957 EF4 16 km 3
Nov 17, 1957 EF4 49 km 4
Apr 15, 1956 EF4 52 km 25
Apr 24, 1955 EF4 64 km 5
May 1, 1953 EF4 99 km 7
Mar 22, 1952 EF4 87 km 4
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (7,740 ac, 2014).

Year Name Acres Distance
2014 UNNAMED 7,740 98 km
2017 UNNAMED 5,157 89 km
2008 UNNAMED 4,199 84 km
2020 SC WEST END C AND D 3,538 97 km
2010 WIREGRASS 3,467 90 km
2008 UNNAMED 3,410 99 km
1998 CHEAHA WILDERNESS 3,299 90 km
2018 HOUCK CREEK 3,188 99 km
2021 TL TYLER WEST 3,148 81 km
2014 UNNAMED 3,112 82 km
2007 PENTECOST 3,095 91 km
2010 BANKHEAD I 3,027 98 km
2000 UNNAMED 2,893 82 km
2017 UNNAMED 2,871 87 km
2020 BK OWL CREEK 2,838 76 km
2024 AL-MLR UNITS 2/3 RX 2,836 85 km
2014 UNNAMED 2,822 73 km
2013 UNNAMED 2,777 98 km
2017 UNNAMED 2,764 73 km
2019 UNNAMED 2,710 66 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (6°C) 5.5 in Coldest
February 45°F (7°C) 5.0 in
March 53°F (11°C) 6.5 in Wettest
April 60°F (15°C) 5.3 in
May 68°F (20°C) 4.7 in
June 75°F (24°C) 4.0 in
July 79°F (26°C) 5.3 in Warmest
August 78°F (25°C) 3.4 in
September 72°F (22°C) 4.3 in
October 61°F (16°C) 3.3 in Driest
November 51°F (11°C) 4.5 in
December 44°F (7°C) 5.2 in

Locust Fork has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 42°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 56.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.5") and October the driest (3.3").

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Locust Fork is located in Blount County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 11.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 66% below the national average of 33.7%. 83.8% have completed high school. 5.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.8 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 90.2% of the vote, a 81-point margin. 87.2% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 74 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 89.8% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 90.2%
D 9.2%

Winner: Republican by 81 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
Traffic Accidents80
Avg Accident Severity2.1 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.4%
66% below US avg
High School+83.8%
Graduate Degree+5.1%
School Test Score4.77
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1Metro / 1 million+
Population Density336/sq mi
Total Area3.9 sq mi
CountyBlount County County

Services

Broadband Access87.2%
Avg Download Speed59.4 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed13.5 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities74
Restaurants58
Retail Stores132

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.1 min
Drive Alone89.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%
Average costs for common services in Locust Fork. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $222 ($133–$355)
Specialist Visit $311 ($178–$488)
Urgent Care Visit $178 ($89–$311)
Emergency Room Visit $1,954 ($710–$4,440)
Dental Cleaning $115 ($67–$178)
Dental Filling $222 ($133–$355)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $40 ($22–$67)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $67 ($44–$107)
Brake Pad Replacement $266 ($133–$444)
Tire Rotation $36 ($18–$67)
New Tires (Set of 4) $533 ($355–$888)
Battery Replacement $178 ($89–$311)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $89 ($53–$133)
Electrician (Per Hour) $80 ($44–$124)
HVAC Repair $355 ($133–$710)
HVAC System Install $6,216 ($3,552–$10,656)
Roof Repair $888 ($355–$1,776)
Roof Replacement $7,992 ($4,884–$13,320)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,332 ($444–$3,108)
Divorce (Contested) $13,320 ($4,440–$26,640)
DUI Defense $4,440 ($1,776–$8,880)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,332 ($710–$2,664)
Will Preparation $444 ($178–$888)
Trust Preparation $2,220 ($888–$4,440)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $22 ($13–$40)
Women's Haircut $49 ($27–$89)
Hair Coloring (Full) $133 ($67–$222)
Manicure $22 ($13–$40)
Pedicure $36 ($22–$58)
Massage (1 Hour) $71 ($44–$115)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.64 ($2.66–$4.88)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.11 ($2.22–$4.44)
Loaf of Bread $3.37 ($2.22–$4.88)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.00 ($2.66–$5.77)
Ground Beef (per lb) $4.88 ($3.55–$6.66)
Rice (per lb) $0.89 ($0.53–$1.60)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $124 ($71–$222)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $62 ($27–$133)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $62 ($36–$107)
Internet (Monthly) $62 ($36–$89)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $58 ($27–$89)
Cable TV (Monthly) $75 ($44–$133)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $178 ($67–$444)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,776 ($1,066–$3,108)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $62 ($27–$115)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $13 ($7.10–$22)
Car Registration (Annual) $89 ($27–$222)
Driver's License Renewal $27 ($13–$67)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,066 ($533–$2,220)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $888 ($444–$1,776)
After-School Care (Monthly) $355 ($178–$622)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $44 ($22–$89)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $888 ($355–$2,220)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,100 ($4,440–$26,640)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $53 ($27–$89)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $89 ($44–$178)
Dog Grooming $53 ($27–$89)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $36 ($18–$67)
Dog Spay/Neuter $266 ($133–$444)
Cat Spay/Neuter $178 ($89–$355)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$632
Toddler$651
Preschool$597
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$630
Toddler$614
Preschool$560
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Blount County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 1,354 60 $52,939 1.81
Retail Trade 1,274 126 $33,803 1.40
Accommodation & Food Services 809 68 $18,578 0.98
Construction 664 142 $58,947 1.39
Wholesale Trade 385 41 $66,841 1.07
Other Services 320 67 $40,061 1.17
Finance & Insurance 230 50 $67,057 0.62
Administrative & Waste Services 196 36 $39,172 0.37
Professional & Technical Services 194 64 $68,004 0.31
Arts & Entertainment 136 10 $18,238 0.89
Information & Technology 58 13 $59,282 0.34
Real Estate 41 22 $40,796 0.29
Management of Companies 23 5 $173,954 0.15

Schools in Locust Fork

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Locust Fork Elementary Elementary 519 27 19.2:1
Locust Fork High School High 406 22 18.5:1
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Radio Stations near Locust Fork

8 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Talk 94.5 AAC+ 32 kbps
103.7 The Q - WQEN - Trussville/Birmingham, AL top 40 AAC
Talk 99.5 news, talk AAC+ 48 kbps
Classic Rock 105.1 classic rock, rock AAC+ 64 kbps
Substrate Radio ambient, drone MP3 128 kbps
Classic Rock 105.5 AAC+ 32 kbps
thegreatiamb Radio americana, catholic MP3
thegreatiamb Kids americana, ballet MP3

National Parks Near Locust Fork

12 national parks and monuments found near Locust Fork.

ParkTypeFee
Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument National Monument Free
Buck's Pocket State Park State Park Free
Cathedral Caverns State Park State Park Free
Cheaha State Park State Park Free
Freedom Riders National Monument National Monument Free
Horseshoe Bend National Military Park National Military Park Free
Hurricane Creek Park State Park Free
Joe Wheeler State Park State Park Free
Lake Guntersville State Park State Park Free
Monte Sano State Park State Park Free
Oak Mountain State Park State Park Free
Rickwood Caverns State Park State Park Free

Museums in Locust Fork

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
BLOUNTSVILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
CENTER POINT WOMENS PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
CLAY LEGACY ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION2056815158
DIVINE DESTINYS DANCEHISTORIC PRESERVATION
EVELYN BURROW MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2563528457
FORTSON MUSEUM & ARCHIVESHISTORY MUSEUM
GARDENDALE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2056315662
HANCEVILLE HISTORICAL PRESERVATION GROUPHISTORIC PRESERVATION
PALISADES PARKARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER2052740017
SPRINGVILLE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2054672339

Libraries in Locust Fork

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
GARDENDALE - MARTHA MOORE PUBLIC LIBRARY995 MT. OLIVE ROAD0.0113,833
ONEONTA PUBLIC LIBRARY221 SECOND STREET SOUTH0.071,147
PINSON PUBLIC LIBRARY4410 MAIN STREET0.038,302
WARRIOR PUBLIC LIBRARY101 FIRST STREET0.023,561
BLOUNTSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY65 CHESTNUT STREET0.022,000
CLAY PUBLIC LIBRARY7257 OLD SPRINGVILLE ROAD0.014,088
SPRINGVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY6496 U.S. HIGHWAY 110.010,424

Farmers Markets in Locust Fork

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Blount County Farmers Market500 New Street06/01/2013 to 10/26/2013Tue: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;Thu: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
Center Point Farmer's Market2209 Center Point Parkway
CENTER POINT PARKWAY MARKET335 Polly Reed Road
Gardendale Farmers Market857 Main Street05/19/2016 to 09/29/2016Thu: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM;Visit
Trussville Fresh MarketNorth Mall in Trussville

Veterinaries in Locust Fork

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Locust Fork Animal Clinic

Gas Stations in Locust Fork

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

LFG Hardware
Locust Fork Produce & Grocery

Gyms in Locust Fork

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Battlegrounds Gym

Breweries in Locust Fork

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Mountain Top BeverageFood & Dining, Beverages, Breweries, Home, Oneonta, Miscellaneous Retail, Liquor stores, Beer (packa45087 Us Highway 2312052749497

Cell Towers in Locust Fork

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
HAYDEN; 944 HIGH POINT DRIVETOWER91
1160 TOWER RD (60264)LTOWER89
699 HILL TOP ROAD (60266)LTOWER89
Jan Street, North ofTOWER82
521 Jan Street (100381)LTOWER82
2400 Jenkins Road (154517)LTOWER79
51101 US Hwy 231 (99787)GTOWER75

Fire Stations in Locust Fork

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Locust Fork Volunteer Fire and Rescue32 Town Hall RDVolunteer205-681-4501

Bridges in Locust Fork

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete1953447,560F
CulvertConcrete1953386,760F
CulvertConcrete1953266,760F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19535124,930F
CulvertConcrete1949444,340F
CulvertConcrete195820818F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous1959293818F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel194834291F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete198550190F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel195094100P

Superfund Sites Near Locust Fork

4 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
BLOUNT COUNTY ENERGY LLC BMWHALL ROADBLOUNT
LOUISIANA-PACIFIC CORPORATION902 MAIN AVENUE SECULLMAN
LOUISIANA-PACIFIC CORPORATION902 MAIN AVENUE SECULLMAN
LOUISIANA-PACIFIC CORPORATION902 MAIN AVENUE SECULLMAN

Airports Near Locust Fork

35 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International AirportBHMLarge Airport
Shelby County AirportMedium Airport
Addison Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Albertville Regional Airport/Thomas J Brumlik FieldSmall Airport
Bessemer AirportSmall Airport
Charles C Killough FieldSmall Airport
Cullman Regional Airport-Folsom FieldSmall Airport
Dugger's FieldSmall Airport
Elam's Landing AirportSmall Airport
Flint River Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Flying X Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Fricks Field AirportSmall Airport
Guntersville Municipal Joe Starnes FieldSmall Airport
Hartselle-Morgan County Regional AirportSmall Airport
Hawk FieldSmall Airport
Lay LandingSmall Airport
Lazy Eight Airpark Llc AirportSmall Airport
McCall AirportSmall Airport
Merkel Field Sylacauga Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Milton AirportSmall Airport
Moore FieldSmall Airport
Mount Aero Lake Farm AirportSmall Airport
New Horizon AirportSmall Airport
Northeast Alabama Regional AirportGADSmall Airport
Parker FieldSmall Airport
Peterson FieldSmall Airport
Robbins FieldSmall Airport
Rocky Springs AirparkSmall Airport
St Clair County AirportPLRSmall Airport
Talladega Municipal AirportASNSmall Airport
Town & Country AirparkSmall Airport
Tranquility Base AirportSmall Airport
Tri-L Acres AirportSmall Airport
Turkey Creek AirportSmall Airport
Walker County Airport Bevill FieldSmall Airport

Police Stations in Locust Fork

8 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Blount County Sheriff’s Office
Gardendale Police Dept1309 Decatur Highway
Hanceville Police Department
Jefferson County Sheriff OfficeMount Olive Road
Morris Police
Oneonta Police Department302 2nd Street North
Springville Police
Trussville Police Satellite Office

Grocery Stores in Locust Fork

6 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Dollar General 24526Other30282 State Highway 79
Dollar General 31133Other39 Deaver Walker Rd
Locust Fork Grocery & HardwareConvenience Store30228 State Highway 79
Locust Fork ProduceConvenience Store30086 State Highway 79
Reid'sConvenience Store25111 State Highway 79
Z MartGrocery Store25032 State Highway 79

Post Offices in Locust Fork

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Locust Fork Post Office20 Park Road

Treatment Centers in Locust Fork

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Eastside CMHC - Blount County CMHCMental Health205-628-3882

DOL Wage Violations in Locust Fork

1 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $1,551 in back wages owed to 12 employees.

1
Violations
$1,551
Back Wages Owed
12
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Subway #33972 Subway 35097 3 $1,551 $129 12

Churches & Religious Organizations in Locust Fork

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CHURCH OF GOD4242 COUNTY HIGHWAY 13
HOLLY SPRINGS BAPTIST CHURCH AND CEMETERY ASSOCIATION1710 JAWBUSH RD

Explore Near Locust Fork

UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Historic Markers
1
Officially designated historical markers from the Historical Marker Database
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Mines
1
Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Frequently Asked Questions About Locust Fork

What is the population of Locust Fork?

Locust Fork has a population of 1,312 residents and is located in Alabama. The population density is 336 people per square mile, spread across 3.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 57% female and 43% male.

Is Locust Fork expensive to live in?

Locust Fork is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 88.8 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $42,045, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $169,600 (40% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,054 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Locust Fork safe?

Locust Fork is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 328 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,104 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Locust Fork receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Locust Fork?

Locust Fork enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 57.0 inches, with 1.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Locust Fork?

The job market in Locust Fork is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $879. There are 956 business establishments in the area, including 58 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 33 minutes, and 2.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Locust Fork?

The median home value in Locust Fork is $169,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $222,634. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,054. Fair market rent is $772 for a 1-bedroom and $936 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 80.4%. The average annual property tax is $1,734.

How are the schools in Locust Fork?

Schools in Locust Fork have an average test score of 4.8 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 11.4% of adults in Locust Fork hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.8% have completed high school. 5.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Locust Fork?

The obesity rate in Locust Fork is 36.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 19.6% of adults are smokers. 29.3% are physically inactive. 27.6% of residents report depression. 11.4% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 42.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:4,920.

What is transportation like in Locust Fork?

The average commute in Locust Fork is 33 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 89.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 2.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Locust Fork?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Locust Fork is 93.8% White, 1.1% Black or African American. 98.8% of residents speak only English at home. 6.5% of the population are military veterans. 24.8% of residents have a disability. 93.0% have health insurance coverage.

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