Madrid, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Madrid is a small town in Alabama with a population of 253. Residents earn $38,750 per year, which is 48% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
253 Population 145/sq mi density
$38,750 Median Income $26,511 per capita
$129,500 Home Value $152,602 Zillow
$825 Median Rent 29.2% income on rent
68°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$38,750 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$129,500 home value, $825/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $38,750
48% lower than US avg
Home Value $129,500
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.4%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $825
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.8%
3% higher than US avg

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

People

Population253
Median Age46.4 yrs
Density145/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans10.7%

Economy

B
Median Income$38,750
Per Capita$26,511
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty12.8%
County GDP$8,043M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$129,500
Rent$825
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$152,602
Rent Burden29.2%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.7%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain53.9 in/yr
Elevation181 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.4%
High School+79.3%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute29 min
Broadband97.0%
Libraries4

Is Madrid a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Madrid receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Madrid offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Madrid is $38,750, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. 12.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Madrid is $129,500, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $825 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Madrid enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Madrid has a population of 253 with a density of 145 people per square mile. The median age is 46.4 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.2%), with 12.3% Black.

Population

253
Total Population
145
People / sq mi
46.4yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.2%
Female 53.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Madrid vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Madrid vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Madrid is $38,750, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Madrid vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$38,750
48% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,511
Avg Weekly Wage$1,029
IRS Avg AGI$70,998

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.8%
3% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,720
County GDP$8,043M

Business (County)

Restaurants295
Healthcare340
Retail543
Manufacturing105

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,317
34% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.79%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.0 min
Drive Alone94.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Madrid is $129,500, 54% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $825 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $152,602.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$129,500
54% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$152,602

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$825
29% below US avg
Rent Burden29.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,317
34% below US avg
Effective Rate1.79%
In Madrid, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.7% report depression. 27.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes12.3%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure38.0%
Asthma10.2%
COPD8.2%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity27.6%
Depression27.7%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.7%
Checkup Rate77.5%
Premature Death11,251/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access72.2%
Healthcare Facilities340

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Madrid has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

51°F Jan (10°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average67.8°F
26% above US avg
January Average51°F (10°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.9 inches
42% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation181 ft (55 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.5 km²)
Population Density145/sq mi
Coordinates31.0356°N, 85.3992°W
County FIPS01069
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.8-point margin. 97.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.5%
D 25.7%

Winner: Republican by 47.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.4%
66% below US avg
High School+79.3%
School Test Score4.40
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density145/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities340
Restaurants295
Retail Stores543

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.0 min
Drive Alone94.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.1%

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