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McKenzie, AL
Full City Profile · Alabama · Butler County County
McKenzie, AL
At a Glance
How McKenzie Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows McKenzie's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is McKenzie a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
McKenzie residents earn a median household income of $31,250 , which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,527. The unemployment rate stands at 1.2% (67% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 21.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 526 business establishments, including 40 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in McKenzie is $59,600 , 79% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $114,969. Median rent is $523/month, with 22.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 88.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1971.
Safety & Crime
McKenzie reports 1,322 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 248% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,928/100K.
Education
5.6% of adults in McKenzie hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below the national average). 86.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 3.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
McKenzie has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 306 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 59.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.