Alabama · Metropolitan Area
Margaret is a small city in Alabama with a population of 5,538. Residents earn $97,075 per year, which is 29% above the national average.
Based on current data, Margaret receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Margaret offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Margaret is $97,075, 29% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.
The median home value in Margaret is $224,700, 20% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $881 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Margaret is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 89 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 376 per 100,000, 81% below the national average.
21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Margaret enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 99.2% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.8% |
| 94% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $97,075 |
| 29% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $30,671 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $989 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $70,231 |
| Unemployment | 1.8% |
| 50% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 5.8% |
| 53% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,943 |
| County GDP | $3,156M |
| Restaurants | 131 |
| Healthcare | 126 |
| Retail | 252 |
| Manufacturing | 74 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,666 |
| 52% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.74% |
| Commute Time | 34.6 min |
| Work from Home | 7.6% |
| Census Median | $224,700 |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Median List Price | $241,980 |
| Median List Price | $241,980 |
| $/Sq Ft | $154 |
| Homes Sold | 15 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.5% |
| Price Drops | 24.4% |
| Inventory | 45 |
| Census Median Rent | $881 |
| 24% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,761 |
| Studio | $716 |
| 1 Bedroom | $772 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $936 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,206 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,381 |
| Owner-Occupied | 87.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,666 |
| 52% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 0.74% |
| Obesity | 38.9% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.2% |
| Asthma | 10.2% |
| COPD | 6.1% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.1% |
| Depression | 25.0% |
| Mental Distress | 18.2% |
| Physical Distress | 12.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 94.1% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.6% |
| Premature Death | 11,878/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 49.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 126 |
| Total Violent | 88.5/100K |
| 77% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 88.5/100K |
| Total Property | 376.2/100K |
| 81% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 88.5/100K |
| Theft | 265.6/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 22.1/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 25 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 62.3°F |
| 15% above US avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 57.4 inches |
| 51% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 765 ft (233 m) |
| Area | 9.8 sq mi (25.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 564/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.6729°N, 86.4639°W |
| County FIPS | 01115 |
Winner: Republican by 64.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 21.3% |
| 37% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.7% |
| School Test Score | 4.40 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 564/sq mi |
| Total Area | 9.8 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 7 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 126 |
| Restaurants | 131 |
| Retail Stores | 252 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 25 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 34.6 min |
| Work from Home | 7.6% |