Maplesville, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Maplesville is a small town in Alabama with a population of 813. Residents earn $38,083 per year, which is 49% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
813 Population 237/sq mi density
$38,083 Median Income $24,561 per capita
$122,100 Home Value $177,806 Zillow
$1,004 Median Rent 35.3% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature
1,277 Violent Crime/100K 4,255 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$38,083 median income, 0.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$122,100 home value, $1,004/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
1,277 violent crimes/100K (236% above avg)
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $38,083
49% lower than US avg
Home Value $122,100
57% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 1,277/100K
236% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.5%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,004
14% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.0%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 27.1%
119% higher than US avg

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

People

Population813
Median Age31.1 yrs
Density237/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 74%
Veterans3.3%

Economy

C+
Median Income$38,083
Per Capita$24,561
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty27.1%
County GDP$1,655M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$122,100
Rent$1,004
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$177,806
Rent Burden35.3%

Crime

F
Violent1,277/100K
Property4,255/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault993/100K
Burglary1,135/100K

Health

Obesity43.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain56.2 in/yr
Elevation391 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.5%
High School+82.5%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 14%
Commute27 min
Broadband77.8%
Libraries3

Is Maplesville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Maplesville receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Maplesville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Maplesville is $38,083, 49% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. The poverty rate of 27.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Maplesville is $122,100, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,004 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

With 1,277 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,255 per 100,000, 117% above the national average.

Education

7.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Maplesville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Maplesville has a population of 813 with a density of 237 people per square mile. The median age is 31.1 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.4%), with 22.4% Black.

Population

813
Total Population
237
People / sq mi
31.1yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
3.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.9%
Female 47.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Maplesville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Maplesville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Maplesville is $38,083, which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 27.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Maplesville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$38,083
49% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,561
Avg Weekly Wage$915
IRS Avg AGI$59,834

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.4%
89% below US avg
Poverty Rate27.1%
119% above US avg
Establishments (County)922
County GDP$1,655M

Business (County)

Restaurants61
Healthcare65
Retail152
Manufacturing39

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,643
53% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.4 min
Drive Alone87.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Maplesville is $122,100, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,004 (14% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $177,806.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$122,100
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$177,806

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,004
14% below US avg
Rent Burden35.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied59.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,643
53% below US avg
Effective Rate1.35%
In Maplesville, 43.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.9% report depression. 31.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.0%
34% above US avg
Diabetes13.7%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure42.3%
Asthma11.0%
COPD8.2%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.1%
Physical Inactivity31.8%
Depression25.9%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress15.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.4%
Checkup Rate78.9%
Premature Death11,803/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access31.3%
Healthcare Facilities65
Maplesville has a violent crime rate of 1,277 per 100,000 residents, 236% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,255 per 100,000 (117% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent1,276.6/100K
236% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape141.8/100K
Robbery141.8/100K
Assault992.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property4,255.3/100K
117% above US avg
Burglary1,134.8/100K
Theft2,553.2/100K
Vehicle Theft567.4/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Maplesville has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average62.5°F
16% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.2 inches
48% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation391 ft (119 m)
Area3.4 sq mi (8.9 km²)
Population Density237/sq mi
Coordinates32.7844°N, 86.8797°W
County FIPS01021
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 7.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 72.1-point margin. 77.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.8%
D 13.7%

Winner: Republican by 72.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.5%
78% below US avg
High School+82.5%
School Test Score4.40
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density237/sq mi
Total Area3.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.8%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities65
Restaurants61
Retail Stores152

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.4 min
Drive Alone87.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.7%

Nearby Cities

Compare Maplesville with another city: