Lynn, AL

Alabama

Lynn is a small town in Alabama with a population of 821. Residents earn $41,811 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
821 Population 77/sq mi density
$41,811 Median Income $22,600 per capita
$59,400 Home Value $127,133 Zillow
$767 Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$41,811 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$59,400 home value, $767/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,811
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $59,400
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.8%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $767
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.8%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.5%
81% higher than US avg

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

People

Population821
Median Age52.0 yrs
Density77/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B
Median Income$41,811
Per Capita$22,600
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty22.5%
County GDP$1,141M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$59,400
Rent$767
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$127,133

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.0%
Heart Disease8.2%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain66.1 in/yr
Elevation707 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.8%
High School+75.3%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 92% / D 8%
Commute29 min
Libraries3

Is Lynn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lynn receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Lynn offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lynn is $41,811, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. The poverty rate of 22.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lynn is $59,400, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $767 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Lynn 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. Annual precipitation totals 66.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Lynn has a population of 821 with a density of 77 people per square mile. The median age is 52.0 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.4%).

Population

821
Total Population
77
People / sq mi
52.0yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
10.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.3%
Female 46.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Lynn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.8%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.2%
99% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lynn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lynn is $41,811, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 22.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Lynn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,811
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,600
Avg Weekly Wage$995
IRS Avg AGI$64,131

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate22.5%
81% above US avg
Establishments (County)538
County GDP$1,141M

Business (County)

Restaurants23
Healthcare40
Retail80
Manufacturing40

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,306
34% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.2 min
Work from Home2.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Lynn is $59,400, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $767 (34% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $127,133.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$59,400
79% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$127,133

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$767
34% below 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-Occupied83.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,306
34% below US avg
Effective Rate3.88%
In Lynn, 41.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.0% report depression. 36.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.8%
30% above US avg
Diabetes14.4%
Heart Disease8.2%
High Blood Pressure42.2%
Asthma11.1%
COPD11.9%
Stroke4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity36.3%
Depression30.0%
Mental Distress22.3%
Physical Distress18.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.1%
Checkup Rate76.3%
Premature Death12,031/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access78.1%
Healthcare Facilities40

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Lynn has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 66.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.6°F
14% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall66.1 inches
74% above US avg
Snowfall0.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation707 ft (215 m)
Area10.7 sq mi (27.6 km²)
Population Density77/sq mi
Coordinates34.0576°N, 87.5486°W
County FIPS01133
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 6.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 83.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 91.6%
D 7.9%

Winner: Republican by 83.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.8%
80% below US avg
High School+75.3%
School Test Score4.40
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density77/sq mi
Total Area10.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities40
Restaurants23
Retail Stores80

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.2 min
Work from Home2.0%

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