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Lookout Mountain, AL
Full City Profile · Alabama · Cherokee County County
Lookout Mountain, AL
At a Glance
How Lookout Mountain Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Lookout Mountain's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Lookout Mountain a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Lookout Mountain residents earn a median household income of $43,472 , which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,347. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 25.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 498 business establishments, including 38 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Lookout Mountain is $95,500 , 66% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $110,733. The cost of living index is 88.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1982.
Safety & Crime
Lookout Mountain reports 982 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 158% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 7,697/100K.
Education
6.8% of adults in Lookout Mountain hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below the national average). 67.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Lookout Mountain has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 57.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.