Millry, AL

Alabama

Millry is a small town in Alabama with a population of 548. Residents earn $30,521 per year, which is 59% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
548 Population 73/sq mi density
$30,521 Median Income $25,586 per capita
$140,600 Home Value $169,052 Zillow
$360 Median Rent 30.9% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$30,521 median income, 0.2% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$140,600 home value, $360/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $30,521
59% lower than US avg
Home Value $140,600
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.2%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $360
69% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.7%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.2%
94% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.6%
2% higher than US avg

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

People

Population548
Median Age53.8 yrs
Density73/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 75%
Veterans5.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$30,521
Per Capita$25,586
Unemployment0.2%
Poverty12.6%
County GDP$1,301M
Commute28 min

Housing

A
Home Value$140,600
Rent$360
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$169,052
Rent Burden30.9%

Health

Obesity43.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation170 ft (52 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.2%
High School+81.4%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 22%
Commute28 min
Broadband61.9%
Libraries3

Is Millry a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Millry receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Millry offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Millry is $30,521, 59% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.2%. 12.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Millry is $140,600, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $360 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

14.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Millry enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Millry has a population of 548 with a density of 73 people per square mile. The median age is 53.8 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.4%), with 22.8% Black.

Population

548
Total Population
73
People / sq mi
53.8yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
7.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Millry vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Millry vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Millry is $30,521, which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Millry vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$30,521
59% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,586
Avg Weekly Wage$1,670
IRS Avg AGI$60,279

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.2%
94% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.6%
2% above US avg
Establishments (County)318
County GDP$1,301M

Business (County)

Restaurants6
Healthcare16
Retail35
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,305
63% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.6 min
Drive Alone99.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Millry is $140,600, 50% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $360 (69% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $169,052.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$140,600
50% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$169,052

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$360
69% below US avg
Rent Burden30.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied62.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,305
63% below US avg
Effective Rate0.93%
In Millry, 43.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.6% report depression. 33.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.7%
36% above US avg
Diabetes14.8%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure43.7%
Asthma11.2%
COPD8.8%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.9%
Physical Inactivity33.2%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress15.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.8%
Checkup Rate78.6%
Premature Death12,864/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access10.4%
Healthcare Facilities16
Millry has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average64.4°F
19% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation170 ft (52 m)
Area7.5 sq mi (19.4 km²)
Population Density73/sq mi
Coordinates31.6212°N, 88.3280°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS01129
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 14.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.4-point margin. 61.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.5%
D 22.1%

Winner: Republican by 55.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.2%
58% below US avg
High School+81.4%
School Test Score4.40
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density73/sq mi
Total Area7.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access61.9%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants6
Retail Stores35

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.6 min
Drive Alone99.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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