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McDonald Chapel, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

McDonald Chapel is a small town in Alabama with a population of 704. Residents earn $59,556 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
704 Population 664/sq mi density
$59,556 Median Income $24,880 per capita
$132,100 Home Value $63,322 Zillow
$1,081 Median Rent 31.6% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$59,556 median income, 20.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$132,100 home value, $1,081/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,556
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $132,100
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.3%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,081
7% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.3%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 20.6%
472% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.8%
5% lower than US avg

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

People

Population704
Median Age33.3 yrs
Density664/mi²
Male / Female76% / 24%
Largest GroupWhite 33%
Veterans10.1%

Economy

C+
Median Income$59,556
Per Capita$24,880
Unemployment20.6%
Poverty11.8%
County GDP$65,539M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$132,100
Rent$1,081
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$63,322
Housing Units348
Rent Burden31.6%

Health

Obesity41.3%
Uninsured14.6%
Smoking18.3%
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain56.6 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation582 ft (177 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.3%
High School+88.4%
Graduate+5.1%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 44% / D 55%
Commute27 min
Broadband93.6%
Libraries40

Is McDonald Chapel a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, McDonald Chapel receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. McDonald Chapel offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in McDonald Chapel is $59,556, 21% below the national average of $75,149. At 20.6%, unemployment is notably high. 11.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in McDonald Chapel is $132,100, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,081 per month. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

McDonald Chapel enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 56.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

McDonald Chapel has a population of 704 with a density of 664 people per square mile. The median age is 33.3 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (58.1%), with 32.7% White, 8.1% Hispanic.

Population

704
Total Population
664
People / sq mi
33.3yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 76%
Female 24%

Race & Ethnicity

McDonald Chapel vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.9%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.1%
62% below US avg

Social Characteristics

McDonald Chapel vs U.S. Average

The median household income in McDonald Chapel is $59,556, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 20.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: McDonald Chapel vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,556
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,880
Avg Weekly Wage$1,376
IRS Avg AGI$92,287

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment20.6%
472% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.8%
5% below US avg
Establishments (County)22,923
County GDP$65,539M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,550
Healthcare1,895
Retail2,539
Manufacturing504

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,063
45% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.83%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.1 min
Drive Alone58.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.9%

Walkability

The median home value in McDonald Chapel is $132,100, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,081 (7% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $63,322.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$132,100
53% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$63,322

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,081
7% below US avg
Rent Burden31.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied37.5%
Housing Units348
Median Year Built1957

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,063
45% above US avg
Effective Rate3.83%
In McDonald Chapel, 41.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.6% of residents lack health insurance. 18.3% are current smokers. 23.1% report depression. 34.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: McDonald Chapel vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.3%
29% above US avg
Diabetes16.5%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure43.5%
Asthma10.3%
COPD7.9%
Cancer5.8%
Stroke4.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.3%
31% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.5%
Physical Inactivity34.9%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress14.6%
Short Sleep41.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate59.2%
Uninsured14.6%
70% above US avg
Checkup Rate79.0%
Dental Visits49.0%
Premature Death13,164/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access79.8%
Healthcare Facilities1,895
McDonald Chapel has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.6 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.9°F
18% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.6 inches
49% above US avg
Snowfall1.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation582 ft (177 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density664/sq mi
Coordinates33.5186°N, 86.9385°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS01073
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 10.4-point margin. 93.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44.2%
D 54.6%

Winner: Democrat by 10.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.3%
58% below US avg
High School+88.4%
Graduate Degree+5.1%
School Test Score4.40
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density664/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.6%
Public Libraries40
Healthcare Facilities1,895
Restaurants1,550
Retail Stores2,539

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)94
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.1 min
Drive Alone58.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.9%

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