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Monroeville, AL

Alabama · Monroe County

Monroeville is a small city in Alabama with a population of 5,875. Residents earn $31,629 per year, which is 58% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
5,875 Population 440/sq mi density
$31,629 Median Income $23,366 per capita
$115,800 Home Value $137,081 Zillow
$589 Median Rent 28.4% income on rent
67°F Avg Temperature 306 sunny days/yr
1,073 Violent Crime/100K 6,665 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$31,629 median income, 6.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$115,800 home value, $589/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
1,073 violent crimes/100K (182% above avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $31,629
58% lower than US avg
Home Value $115,800
59% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 1,073/100K
182% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.9%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $589
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.1%
40% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.7%
86% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.0%
102% higher than US avg

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

People

Population5,875
Median Age43.3 yrs
Density440/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 34%
Veterans4.7%

Economy

C
Median Income$31,629
Per Capita$23,366
Unemployment6.7%
Poverty25.0%
County GDP$848M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$115,800
Rent$589
Ownership54.4%
Zillow$137,081
Housing Units2,895
Rent Burden28.4%

Crime

F
Violent1,073/100K
Property6,665/100K
Murder16.0/100K
Assault945/100K
Burglary865/100K

Health

Obesity45.1%
Uninsured12.6%
Smoking19.3%
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (20°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain55.3 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation420 ft (128 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.9%
High School+80.6%
Graduate+8.5%
School Score3.76

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute19 min
Broadband68.6%
EV Stations2
Libraries1

Is Monroeville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Monroeville receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Monroeville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Monroeville is $31,629, 58% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 25.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Monroeville is $115,800, 59% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $589 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

With 1,073 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern / this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 6,665 per 100,000, 240% above the national average.

Education

17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.6% have completed high school. School test scores average 3.8/10, below typical benchmarks.

Climate & Weather

Monroeville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 306 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 55.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Monroeville has a population of 5,875 with a density of 440 people per square mile, spread across 13.4 square miles. The median age is 43.3 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.9% female and 47.1% male. The city is predominantly Black (61.3%), with 34.3% White, 1.2% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.7% of residents. 4.7% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 19.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 90.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

5,875
Total Population
440
People / sq mi
43.3yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
13.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Monroeville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish 1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Monroeville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Monroeville is $31,629, which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,366 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,026, 28% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 25.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 488 business establishments, including 33 restaurants. The cost of living index is 88.8, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.7% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Monroeville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,629
58% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,366
Avg Weekly Wage$1,026
IRS Avg AGI$52,234
Gini Index0.477 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.7%
86% above US avg
Poverty Rate25.0%
102% above US avg
Establishments (County)488
County GDP$848M

Business (County)

Restaurants33
Healthcare30
Retail80
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,527
56% below US avg
Cost of Living88.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.9 min
Drive Alone95.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Monroeville is $115,800, 59% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $137,081, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $589 (49% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $772 for a one-bedroom to $936 for a two-bedroom apartment. 54.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 2,895 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1978. The average annual property tax is $1,527 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 28.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.7x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$115,800
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$137,081

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$589
49% below US avg
Rent Burden28.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership54.4%
Owner-Occupied54.4%
Renter-Occupied45.6%
Housing Units2,895
Median Year Built1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,527
56% below US avg
Effective Rate1.32%
In Monroeville, 45.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 15.9% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.6% of residents. 46.2% have high blood pressure. 19.3% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 12.1% report binge drinking. 35.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 22.5% report depression. 20.1% experience frequent mental distress. 12.6% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,183. The dentist ratio is 1:4,851. 42.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.2 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.1%
40% above US avg
Diabetes15.9%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure46.2%
Asthma11.7%
COPD8.4%
Cancer5.9%
Stroke4.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.3%
38% above US avg
Binge Drinking12.1%
Physical Inactivity35.0%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress15.4%
Short Sleep46.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.2%
Uninsured12.6%
47% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,183
Dentists1:4,851
Mental Health1:836
Checkup Rate81.2%
Dental Visits49.2%
Premature Death15,785/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access42.6%
Healthcare Facilities30
Monroeville has a violent crime rate of 1,073 per 100,000 residents, 182% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 945.2 per 100,000, robbery at 96.1, rape at 16.0. The murder rate is 16.0 per 100,000 (above the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 6,665 per 100,000, 240% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 5,335, burglary at 865, vehicle theft at 465 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 8 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Monroeville receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent1,073.4/100K
182% above US avg
Murder16.0/100K
154% above US avg
Rape16.0/100K
Robbery96.1/100K
Assault945.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property6,664.5/100K
240% above US avg
Burglary865.1/100K
Theft5,334.8/100K
Vehicle Theft464.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
Traffic Accidents11
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Monroeville enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 306 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 55.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 420 feet.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average67.3°F
25% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Geography

Elevation420 ft (128 m)
Area13.4 sq mi (34.7 km²)
Population Density440/sq mi
Coordinates31.5162°N, 87.3277°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyMonroe County County
Nearest AirportPensacola International (PNS)
73 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 55.3"
45% above US avg
Wettest Month (Mar) 6.81"
Driest Month (Oct) 2.72"

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score48.7 / 100
Social Vulnerability87.8 / 100
Community Resilience23.5 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Relatively Moderate
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Very Low
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm Very Low
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Very Low
Coastal Flood Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

24 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.6 on Apr 12, 2019.

Oct 24, 1997 15 km NNW of Flomaton, Alabama M4.8 44 km
Jul 16, 1993 2 km SSW of Silas, Alabama M3.7 99 km
Oct 26, 1997 11 km NNW of Flomaton, Alabama M3.7 46 km
Mar 25, 1996 11 km NNE of Quitman, Mississippi M3.5 144 km
Apr 21, 2009 12 km S of Centreville, Alabama M3.4 148 km
Jun 24, 1998 11 km W of Demopolis, Alabama M3.4 125 km
Mar 22, 2005 9 km NNE of Coffeeville, Alabama M3.3 78 km
Sep 30, 2003 10 km NNW of Atmore, Alabama M3.3 48 km
May 4, 1997 9 km ESE of Atmore, Alabama M3.1 58 km
Apr 11, 2019 6 km NNW of Pollard, Alabama M3.1 50 km
Mar 11, 2019 4 km N of Flomaton, Alabama M3.1 53 km
May 16, 2008 10 km W of Coffeeville, Alabama M3.1 88 km
Oct 28, 1997 11 km NNW of Flomaton, Alabama M3.0 46 km
May 21, 2002 7 km ESE of York, Alabama M3.0 134 km
Sep 25, 2003 14 km N of Atmore, Alabama M2.9 44 km
Apr 22, 2009 15 km S of Centreville, Alabama M2.9 146 km
Aug 28, 2004 13 km SSE of Centreville, Alabama M2.8 148 km
May 7, 1998 9 km SSE of Bellamy, Alabama M2.8 120 km
Mar 7, 2019 2 km NW of Jay, Florida M2.8 62 km
Mar 24, 2019 2 km ESE of Century, Florida M2.7 62 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

14 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Sally (2020, Cat 2).

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Sally Category 2 80 km
2020 Zeta Category 2 150 km
2018 Michael Category 5 235 km
2017 Nate Category 1 202 km
2005 Dennis Category 4 80 km
2005 Katrina Category 3 201 km
2004 Ivan Category 3 38 km
1998 Earl Category 2 221 km
1998 Georges Category 2 181 km
1997 Danny Category 1 136 km
1995 Opal Category 3 76 km
1995 Erin Category 2 103 km
1985 Elena Category 3 199 km
1985 Kate Category 2 246 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

352 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 7 fatalities, 285 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Mar 1, 2007 EF4 68 km 1
Apr 23, 1971 EF4 3 km 0
Apr 18, 1969 EF4 75 km 2
Feb 15, 2016 EF3 72 km 0
Apr 15, 2011 EF3 99 km 1
Mar 24, 1984 EF3 57 km 0
Apr 18, 1978 EF3 12 km 0
Dec 20, 1971 EF3 30 km 0
Mar 2, 1971 EF3 63 km 0
Dec 10, 1961 EF3 51 km 0
May 3, 1956 EF3 74 km 0
Jan 23, 1953 EF3 64 km 0
May 10, 2024 EF2 33 km 0
May 10, 2024 EF2 68 km 0
Mar 26, 2023 EF2 78 km 0
Jan 12, 2023 EF2 90 km 0
Jan 12, 2023 EF2 100 km 0
Dec 14, 2022 EF2 83 km 0
Dec 14, 2022 EF2 86 km 0
Apr 5, 2022 EF2 85 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (9,706 ac, 2006).

Year Name Acres Distance
2006 UNNAMED 9,706 72 km
2013 UNNAMED 9,046 83 km
2005 UNNAMED 7,388 74 km
2005 UNNAMED 7,334 67 km
2010 UNNAMED 5,692 72 km
2007 UNNAMED 5,616 91 km
2013 UNNAMED 5,525 74 km
2005 UNNAMED 4,870 81 km
2012 UNNAMED 4,627 81 km
2009 UNNAMED 4,577 77 km
2007 UNNAMED 4,523 90 km
2011 UNNAMED 4,486 99 km
2008 UNNAMED 4,397 85 km
2006 UNNAMED 4,021 81 km
2017 UNNAMED 3,967 53 km
2005 UNNAMED 3,854 48 km
2006 UNNAMED 3,843 93 km
2006 UNNAMED 3,794 47 km
2006 UNNAMED 3,759 49 km
2008 UNNAMED 3,698 71 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 50°F (10°C) 5.4 in
February 50°F (10°C) 5.7 in
March 57°F (14°C) 6.8 in Wettest
April 63°F (17°C) 4.7 in
May 71°F (22°C) 5.0 in
June 77°F (25°C) 4.9 in
July 83°F (28°C) 5.9 in Warmest
August 79°F (26°C) 4.5 in
September 76°F (24°C) 4.1 in
October 65°F (19°C) 2.7 in Driest
November 56°F (13°C) 4.2 in
December 50°F (10°C) 5.4 in Coldest

Monroeville has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 50°F in December to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 59.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.8") and October the driest (2.7").

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Monroeville is located in Monroe County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent, a rural community. 17.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 47% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.6% have completed high school. 8.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 3.8 out of 10, below typical benchmarks. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 61.3% of the vote, a 23.1-point margin. 68.6% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 30 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 95% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.3%
D 38.2%

Winner: Republican by 23.1 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
Traffic Accidents11
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.9%
47% below US avg
High School+80.6%
Graduate Degree+8.5%
School Test Score3.76
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent
Population Density440/sq mi
Total Area13.4 sq mi
CountyMonroe County County

Services

Broadband Access68.6%
Avg Download Speed58.7 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed3.7 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities30
Restaurants33
Retail Stores80

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.9 min
Drive Alone95.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.7%
Average costs for common services in Monroeville. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $222 ($133–$355)
Specialist Visit $311 ($178–$488)
Urgent Care Visit $178 ($89–$311)
Emergency Room Visit $1,954 ($710–$4,440)
Dental Cleaning $115 ($67–$178)
Dental Filling $222 ($133–$355)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $40 ($22–$67)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $67 ($44–$107)
Brake Pad Replacement $266 ($133–$444)
Tire Rotation $36 ($18–$67)
New Tires (Set of 4) $533 ($355–$888)
Battery Replacement $178 ($89–$311)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $89 ($53–$133)
Electrician (Per Hour) $80 ($44–$124)
HVAC Repair $355 ($133–$710)
HVAC System Install $6,216 ($3,552–$10,656)
Roof Repair $888 ($355–$1,776)
Roof Replacement $7,992 ($4,884–$13,320)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,332 ($444–$3,108)
Divorce (Contested) $13,320 ($4,440–$26,640)
DUI Defense $4,440 ($1,776–$8,880)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,332 ($710–$2,664)
Will Preparation $444 ($178–$888)
Trust Preparation $2,220 ($888–$4,440)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $22 ($13–$40)
Women's Haircut $49 ($27–$89)
Hair Coloring (Full) $133 ($67–$222)
Manicure $22 ($13–$40)
Pedicure $36 ($22–$58)
Massage (1 Hour) $71 ($44–$115)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.64 ($2.66–$4.88)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.11 ($2.22–$4.44)
Loaf of Bread $3.37 ($2.22–$4.88)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.00 ($2.66–$5.77)
Ground Beef (per lb) $4.88 ($3.55–$6.66)
Rice (per lb) $0.89 ($0.53–$1.60)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $124 ($71–$222)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $62 ($27–$133)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $62 ($36–$107)
Internet (Monthly) $62 ($36–$89)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $58 ($27–$89)
Cable TV (Monthly) $75 ($44–$133)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $178 ($67–$444)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,776 ($1,066–$3,108)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $62 ($27–$115)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $13 ($7.10–$22)
Car Registration (Annual) $89 ($27–$222)
Driver's License Renewal $27 ($13–$67)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,066 ($533–$2,220)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $888 ($444–$1,776)
After-School Care (Monthly) $355 ($178–$622)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $44 ($22–$89)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $888 ($355–$2,220)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,100 ($4,440–$26,640)
View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $53 ($27–$89)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $89 ($44–$178)
Dog Grooming $53 ($27–$89)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $36 ($18–$67)
Dog Spay/Neuter $266 ($133–$444)
Cat Spay/Neuter $178 ($89–$355)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$573
Toddler$555
Preschool$528
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$560
Toddler$560
Preschool$560
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Monroe County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 1,195 20 $86,787 2.44
Retail Trade 714 78 $30,254 1.20
Transportation & Warehousing 362 18 $56,237 1.44
Wholesale Trade 340 20 $57,886 1.45
Administrative & Waste Services 244 18 $37,082 0.70
Agriculture & Forestry 221 37 $63,426 4.59
Other Services 176 26 $57,744 0.98
Construction 174 22 $63,393 0.56
Finance & Insurance 130 30 $56,449 0.54
Information & Technology 45 6 $45,661 0.40
Utilities 30 5 $80,004 1.33
Mining & Oil/Gas 28 4 $91,177 1.24
Real Estate 28 12 $41,675 0.30

Hospitals in Monroeville

Hospital Type CMS Rating Emergency Phone
MONROE COUNTY HOSPITAL Acute Care Hospitals Yes (251) 575-3111

Schools in Monroeville

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Monroeville Elementary School Elementary 420 28 15.0:1
Monroeville Middle School Middle 329 17 19.4:1
Monroe County High School High 322 22 14.6:1
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Radio Stations near Monroeville

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Campgrounds Near Monroeville

2 campgrounds found near Monroeville.

NameRatingSitesPrice
ISAAC CREEK 4.6/5 60 $26
Isaac Creek Shelters 3 $60

National Parks Near Monroeville

8 national parks and monuments found near Monroeville.

ParkTypeFee
Battleship Memorial Park State Park Free
Blackwater River State Park State Park Free
Bladon Springs State Park State Park Free
Chickasaw State Park State Park Free
Mayo Park State Park Free
Meaher State Park State Park Free
Roland Cooper State Park State Park Free
Selma To Montgomery National Historic Trail National Historic Trail Free

Museums in Monroeville

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
MONROE COUNTY HERITAGE MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM31 NORTH ALABAMA AVE2515757433$311,572
FORT MIMS RECONSTRUCTION ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
KATHRYN TUCKER WINDHAM MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
MONROE COUNTY HERITAGE MUSEUM ENDOWMENTGENERAL MUSEUM2515757433
PETERMAN HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
RIVER HERITAGE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2512824206

Libraries in Monroeville

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
MONROE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY121 PINEVILLE ROAD0.056,401

Farmers Markets in Monroeville

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Frisco City Farmers MarketHighway 21
MOCKINGBIRD FARMERS MARKET

Restaurants in Monroeville

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mrs. Teresa's Homemade Treats
Sweet Tooth Bakery & Restaurant

Theatres in Monroeville

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Otha Lee Biggs Amphitheater

Gas Stations in Monroeville

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cannon Oil
Chevron
Murphy Express
Shell

Banks in Monroeville

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Trustmark

Gyms in Monroeville

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Anytime Fitness

Golf Courses in Monroeville

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Vanity Fair Golf and Tennis Club

Nursing Homes in Monroeville

2 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
ENGLEWOOD HEALTH CARE CENTER
2046 SOUTH ALABAMA AVE
For profit - Corporation 87 75 5/5 4/5 5/5 2515753285
MONROE MANOR HEALTH & REHABILITATION CENTER
236 WEST CLAIBORNE STREET
For profit - Corporation 84 79 3/5 4/5 2/5 2515752648

Pharmacies in Monroeville

6 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
FRED'S - 2408 1318 SOUTH HIGHWAY 21 BYPASS 251-743-4036
RITE AID - 7097 1818 SOUTH ALABAMA AVENUE 251-743-3253
THE MEDICINE SHOPPE PHARMACY 1465A SOUTH ALABAMA AVENUE 251-575-9656
VILLAGE HEALTH MART PHARMACY 55 MAYFIELD STREET 251-743-3784
WAL-MART - 1493 3371 SOUTH ALABAMA AVENUE 251-575-3383
WALGREENS - 12879 1772 SOUTH ALABAMA AVENUE 251-743-4410

Cell Towers in Monroeville

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
(Castleberry site)SW SIDE OF HWY 23 & I-65 (#300027)TOWER104
60 STA-FAST ROAD (86209)GTOWER96
60 STA-FAST ROAD (86209)GTOWER96
(Monroeville) 1.1 MI NE OF JCT SR47 SR-21 1.7 MI E OF SR 41GTOWER90
4694 Coon Trail Road (70454)GTOWER84
2326 Co Rd 50 (Beatrice 100004555)TOWER64
Uriah Site 7000 Feet NNE of Palmers CrossroadsTOWER59

Fire Stations in Monroeville

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Monroeville Fire Department160 E Claiborne STMostly volunteer251-575-2084

Bridges in Monroeville

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete1994274,490F
CulvertConcrete1935312,680G
CulvertConcrete2003582,680G
Tee BeamConcrete19561021,800F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19898101,480G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19892051,480G
Tee BeamConcrete19531361,100F
Tee BeamConcrete19533071,100F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1989726910G
CulvertConcrete198943910G
CulvertConcrete200050200G
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber201871100G
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19603075F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber20043025P
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber20094320G
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber20188420G

Correctional Facilities in Monroeville

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
MONROE COUNTY DETENTION CENTER160 WILCOX STCOUNTY-999-999OPEN

Superfund Sites Near Monroeville

3 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
ALABAMA RIVER NEWSPRINT CO2373 LENA LANDEGGER HWYMONROE COUNTY
ALABAMA RIVER NEWSPRINT CO2373 LENA LANDEGGER HWYMONROE COUNTY
TEMPLE-INLAND FOREST PRODUCTS CORPORATIOROSE DRIVEMONROE

Airports Near Monroeville

28 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Atmore Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Bay Minette Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Bent Oak AirportSmall Airport
Blackwater AirfieldSmall Airport
Brewton Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Buchanan AirportSmall Airport
Camden Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Collier/Pine Barren AirparkSmall Airport
Dotson AirportSmall Airport
Evergreen Regional Airport/Middleton FieldSmall Airport
Flomaton AirportSmall Airport
Fort Deposit Lowndes County AirportSmall Airport
Griswold AirportSmall Airport
Jackson Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Long Branch Farms AirportSmall Airport
Mac Crenshaw Memorial AirportSmall Airport
Mark Reynolds/North Mobile County AirportSmall Airport
Mc Gowin FieldSmall Airport
Mc Kinnon AirparkSmall Airport
Monroe County Aeroplex AirportMVCSmall Airport
Odom's Flying Service AirportSmall Airport
Pine Hill Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Psycho FieldSmall Airport
Skypark Estates Owners Assoc AirportSmall Airport
Sturdy Oak Farm AirportSmall Airport
Sunflower Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Thomas Farms AirportSmall Airport
Triple R Ranch AirportSmall Airport

Grocery Stores in Monroeville

15 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Community MartConvenience Store4377 Highway 47 S
Corner Store 1Convenience Store256 S Alabama Ave
Darby's Red and WhiteGrocery Store74 W Claiborne St
Diamond Mart #3Convenience Store2950 S Alabama Ave
DOLLAR GENERAL 0411Other1886 S Highway 21 Byp
DOLLAR GENERAL 10736Other486 W Claiborne St
Dollar Tree 2279Other3345 S Alabama Ave
Family Dollar 13507Other185 S Alabama Ave
Finchburg GroceryConvenience Store2577 County Road 17
Monroeville SeafoodOther230 S Alabama Ave
Murphy Express 8593Convenience Store3303 S Alabama Ave
Piggly Wiggly 633Supermarket918 S Alabama Ave
Texaco Of MonroevilleConvenience Store714 W Claiborne St
Walgreens 12879Other1772 S Alabama Ave
Walmart SUPERCENTER 1493Super Store3371 S Alabama Ave

Post Offices in Monroeville

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Monroeville Post Office

DOL Wage Violations in Monroeville

16 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $250,315 in back wages owed to 210 employees.

16
Violations
$250,315
Back Wages Owed
210
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Los Marinos Mexican Restaurant 36460 1 $49,501 $9,900 5
America's Best Value Inn - Monroeville 36460 1 $47,958 $4,796 10
Feaster & Sons Oil Distributors, Inc. 36460 2 $43,948 $1,188 37
Gate Precast Company, Inc. 36460 1 $20,910 $6,970 3
Best Western Best Western 36460 1 $16,197 $1,472 11
Del Rancho Mexican Restaurant 36460 1 $11,387 $5,694 2
Jet Pep 36461 1 $10,832 $3,611 3
Country Inn Monroeville, AL 36460 1 $9,870 $705 14
Holiday Inn Express IHG 36460 2 $8,527 $609 14
Southwest Alabama MH/MR Board 36460 1 $7,563 $172 44
Huddle House 36460 3 $7,267 $148 49
Coleman's Airport Collision 36460 1 $6,309 $1,577 4
ECON #3 36460 1 $3,962 $660 6
Sales Ford 36461 1 $3,390 $1,695 2
Subway #11871 (Pujay DiDi, Inc. d/b/a) Subway 36460 1 $2,005 $401 5
Brantley Tire, Inc. 36460 1 $688 $688 1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Monroeville

9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CHRISTIAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH915 CLAIBORNE AVE
EXCEL ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH1014 HIGHWAY 136 W
EXCEL ENOCH JOHNSON MEMORIAL CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE2420 HIGHWAY 136 W
JOURNEY OF MONROEVILLE INCPO BOX 1638
LEAP OF FAITH HORSE MINISTRY710 TABERNACLE RD
LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY OUTREACH MINISTRY INC68 JOHNSON AVE
PURE GOSPEL OF JESUS CHRIST HOLINESS CHURCHPO BOX 824
THE QADOSH MINISTRYPO BOX 1302
VOICE FOR JESUS OUTREACH MINISTRYPO BOX 1606

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Frequently Asked Questions About Monroeville

What is the population of Monroeville?

Monroeville has a population of 5,875 residents and is located in Alabama. The population density is 440 people per square mile, spread across 13.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.9% female and 47.1% male.

Is Monroeville expensive to live in?

Monroeville is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 88.8 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $31,629, 58% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $115,800 (59% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $589 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Monroeville safe?

Public safety is a concern in Monroeville, with a violent crime rate of 1,073 per 100,000 / significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 6,665 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Monroeville receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Monroeville?

Monroeville enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 306 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 55.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Monroeville?

The unemployment rate in Monroeville is 6.7%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,026. There are 488 business establishments in the area, including 33 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 19 minutes, and 0.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Monroeville?

The median home value in Monroeville is $115,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $137,081. For renters, the median monthly rent is $589. Fair market rent is $772 for a 1-bedroom and $936 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 54.4%. The average annual property tax is $1,527.

How are the schools in Monroeville?

Schools in Monroeville have an average test score of 3.8 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 17.9% of adults in Monroeville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.6% have completed high school. 8.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Monroeville?

The obesity rate in Monroeville is 45.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 19.3% of adults are smokers. 35.0% are physically inactive. 22.5% of residents report depression. 12.6% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 42.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,183.

What is transportation like in Monroeville?

The average commute in Monroeville is 19 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 95% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Monroeville?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Monroeville is 34.3% White, 61.3% Black or African American, 1.2% Hispanic or Latino. 98.7% of residents speak only English at home. 4.7% of the population are military veterans. 19.4% of residents have a disability. 90.2% have health insurance coverage.

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