Loxley, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Loxley is a small town in Alabama with a population of 4,029. Residents earn $85,250 per year, which is 13% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
4,029 Population 126/sq mi density
$85,250 Median Income $33,645 per capita
$303,600 Home Value $286,721 Zillow
$1,465 Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$85,250 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$303,600 home value, $1,465/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,250
13% higher than US avg
Home Value $303,600
8% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.8%
18% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,465
26% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.6%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.0%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,029
Median Age37.2 yrs
Density126/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

A+
Median Income$85,250
Per Capita$33,645
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty8.0%
County GDP$13,446M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$303,600
Rent$1,465
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$286,721

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain69.0 in/yr

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.8%
High School+92.7%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute27 min
Libraries15

Is Loxley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Loxley receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Loxley stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Loxley is $85,250, 13% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. 8.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Loxley is $303,600, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,465 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

27.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Loxley enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 69.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Loxley has a population of 4,029 with a density of 126 people per square mile. The median age is 37.2 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.2%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 4.4% Black.

Population

4,029
Total Population
126
People / sq mi
37.2yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
31.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Loxley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Loxley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Loxley is $85,250, which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Loxley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,250
13% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,645
Avg Weekly Wage$984
IRS Avg AGI$86,909

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,757
County GDP$13,446M

Business (County)

Restaurants648
Healthcare564
Retail1,027
Manufacturing181

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,800
20% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.2 min
Work from Home10.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Loxley is $303,600, 8% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,465 (26% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $286,721.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$303,600
8% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$286,721
Median List Price$300,580

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$300,580
$/Sq Ft$194
Homes Sold13
Sale-to-List Ratio99.7%
Price Drops13.2%
Inventory53

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,465
26% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,800
20% below US avg
Effective Rate0.92%
In Loxley, 36.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.1% report depression. 25.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.6%
14% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure38.9%
Asthma9.6%
COPD6.9%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity25.9%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.5%
Checkup Rate77.4%
Premature Death8,957/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access61.6%
Healthcare Facilities564

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Safety Score

Loxley has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 69.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average66.5°F
23% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall69.0 inches
82% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area31.9 sq mi (82.5 km²)
Population Density126/sq mi
Coordinates30.6846°N, 87.7392°W
County FIPS01003
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 27.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.7%
D 20.5%

Winner: Republican by 58.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.8%
18% below US avg
High School+92.7%
School Test Score4.40
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density126/sq mi
Total Area31.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries15
Healthcare Facilities564
Restaurants648
Retail Stores1,027

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.2 min
Work from Home10.6%

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