Maytown, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Maytown is a small town in Alabama with a population of 263. Residents earn $50,662 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
263 Population 96/sq mi density
$50,662 Median Income $28,343 per capita
$108,900 Home Value $96,120 Zillow
$750 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$50,662 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$108,900 home value, $750/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,662
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $108,900
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.6%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $750
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.4%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.1%
38% higher than US avg

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

People

Population263
Median Age57.7 yrs
Density96/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans13.3%

Economy

B
Median Income$50,662
Per Capita$28,343
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty17.1%
County GDP$2,568M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$108,900
Rent$750
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$96,120
Rent Burden22.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain61.8 in/yr
Elevation541 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.6%
High School+68.7%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 14%
Commute28 min
Broadband81.6%
Libraries4

Is Maytown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Maytown receives an overall livability score of 3.5 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. Maytown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Maytown is $50,662, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. The poverty rate of 17.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Maytown is $108,900, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $750 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 68.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Maytown enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 61.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Maytown has a population of 263 with a density of 96 people per square mile. The median age is 57.7 years, 48% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.5%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 4.6% Black.

Population

263
Total Population
96
People / sq mi
57.7yrs
Median Age
48% above US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Maytown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Maytown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Maytown is $50,662, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Maytown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,662
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,343
Avg Weekly Wage$936
IRS Avg AGI$83,209

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.1%
38% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,536
County GDP$2,568M

Business (County)

Restaurants108
Healthcare189
Retail251
Manufacturing54

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,236
36% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.05%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.8 min
Drive Alone74.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Maytown is $108,900, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $750 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $96,120.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$108,900
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$96,120

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$750
36% below US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,236
36% below US avg
Effective Rate2.05%
In Maytown, 33.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.0% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.4%
4% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure34.9%
Asthma9.5%
COPD6.2%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity23.9%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.5%
Checkup Rate77.2%
Premature Death18,377/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access42.1%
Healthcare Facilities189

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Maytown has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 61.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.1°F
13% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall61.8 inches
63% above US avg
Snowfall0.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation541 ft (165 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (7.1 km²)
Population Density96/sq mi
Coordinates33.5500°N, 87.0000°W
County FIPS01127
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 12.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 71.8-point margin. 81.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.6%
D 13.8%

Winner: Republican by 71.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.6%
63% below US avg
High School+68.7%
School Test Score4.40
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density96/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.6%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities189
Restaurants108
Retail Stores251

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.8 min
Drive Alone74.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.8%

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