Minor, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Minor is a small town in Alabama with a population of 911. Residents earn $32,065 per year, which is 57% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
911 Population 1,380/sq mi density
$32,065 Median Income $20,883 per capita
$79,900 Home Value $106,561 Zillow
$1,157 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$32,065 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$79,900 home value, $1,157/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $32,065
57% lower than US avg
Home Value $79,900
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.5%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,157
1% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.1%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.5%
9% higher than US avg

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

People

Population911
Median Age32.2 yrs
Density1,380/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 54%

Economy

B
Median Income$32,065
Per Capita$20,883
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty13.5%
County GDP$65,539M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$79,900
Rent$1,157
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$106,561

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain56.6 in/yr
Elevation575 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.5%
High School+83.1%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 44% / D 55%
Commute30 min
Libraries40

Is Minor a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Minor receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Minor offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Minor is $32,065, 57% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Minor is $79,900, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,157 per month. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Minor 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. Annual precipitation totals 56.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Minor has a population of 911 with a density of 1,380 people per square mile. The median age is 32.2 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (53.5%), with 12.1% Hispanic, 26.7% Black.

Population

911
Total Population
1,380
People / sq mi
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.7%
Female 52.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Minor vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Minor vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Minor is $32,065, which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Minor vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$32,065
57% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,883
Avg Weekly Wage$1,376
IRS Avg AGI$92,287

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above 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 Rate6.34%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.3 min
Work from Home3.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Minor is $79,900, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,157 (1% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $106,561.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$79,900
72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$106,561

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$83
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio100.9%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,157
1% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,063
45% above US avg
Effective Rate6.34%
In Minor, 40.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.8% report depression. 33.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.1%
25% above US avg
Diabetes14.7%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure41.7%
Asthma10.7%
COPD8.6%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity33.1%
Depression25.8%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress14.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.6%
Checkup Rate78.6%
Premature Death13,164/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access79.8%
Healthcare Facilities1,895

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)94
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Minor 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. 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)

Precipitation & Snow

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

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation575 ft (175 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density1,380/sq mi
Coordinates33.5390°N, 86.9401°W
County FIPS01073
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 6.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 10.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44.2%
D 54.6%

Winner: Democrat by 10.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.5%
81% below US avg
High School+83.1%
School Test Score4.40
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,380/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries40
Healthcare Facilities1,895
Restaurants1,550
Retail Stores2,539

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)94
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.3 min
Work from Home3.2%

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