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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 99.8% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.2% |
| 99% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $41,811 |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $22,600 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $995 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $64,131 |
| Unemployment | 0.6% |
| 83% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 22.5% |
| 81% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 538 |
| County GDP | $1,141M |
| Restaurants | 23 |
| Healthcare | 40 |
| Retail | 80 |
| Manufacturing | 40 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,306 |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.88% |
| Commute Time | 29.2 min |
| Work from Home | 2.0% |
| Census Median | $59,400 |
| 79% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $127,133 |
| Census Median Rent | $767 |
| 34% below US avg |
| Studio | $716 |
| 1 Bedroom | $772 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $936 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,206 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,381 |
| Owner-Occupied | 83.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,306 |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.88% |
| Obesity | 41.8% |
| 30% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 14.4% |
| Heart Disease | 8.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 42.2% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 11.9% |
| Stroke | 4.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 36.3% |
| Depression | 30.0% |
| Mental Distress | 22.3% |
| Physical Distress | 18.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 88.1% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.3% |
| Premature Death | 12,031/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 78.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 40 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Annual Average | 61.6°F |
| 14% above US avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 66.1 inches |
| 74% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.9 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 707 ft (215 m) |
| Area | 10.7 sq mi (27.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 77/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.0576°N, 87.5486°W |
| County FIPS | 01133 |
Winner: Republican by 83.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 6.8% |
| 80% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 75.3% |
| School Test Score | 4.40 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 77/sq mi |
| Total Area | 10.7 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 40 |
| Restaurants | 23 |
| Retail Stores | 80 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 29.2 min |
| Work from Home | 2.0% |