Alabama
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.
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. 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.
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.
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.
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.
17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
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. Annual precipitation totals 55.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 98.7% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.3% |
| 90% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $31,629 |
| 58% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $23,366 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,026 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $52,234 |
| Unemployment | 6.7% |
| 86% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 25.0% |
| 102% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 488 |
| County GDP | $848M |
| Restaurants | 33 |
| Healthcare | 30 |
| Retail | 80 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,527 |
| 56% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.32% |
| Commute Time | 18.9 min |
| Work from Home | 0.7% |
| Census Median | $115,800 |
| 59% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $137,081 |
| Census Median Rent | $589 |
| 49% below US avg |
| Studio | $716 |
| 1 Bedroom | $772 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $936 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,206 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,381 |
| Owner-Occupied | 54.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,527 |
| 56% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.32% |
| Obesity | 45.1% |
| 40% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 15.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 46.2% |
| Asthma | 11.7% |
| COPD | 8.4% |
| Stroke | 4.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 12.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 35.0% |
| Depression | 22.5% |
| Mental Distress | 20.1% |
| Physical Distress | 15.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 90.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 81.2% |
| Premature Death | 15,785/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 42.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 30 |
| Total Violent | 1,073.4/100K |
| 182% above US avg | |
| Murder | 16.0/100K |
| 154% above US avg | |
| Rape | 16.0/100K |
| Robbery | 96.1/100K |
| Assault | 945.2/100K |
| Total Property | 6,664.5/100K |
| 240% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 865.1/100K |
| Theft | 5,334.8/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 464.6/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 67.3°F |
| 25% above US avg | |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 55.3 inches |
| 45% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 420 ft (128 m) |
| Area | 13.4 sq mi (34.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 440/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.5162°N, 87.3277°W |
| County FIPS | 01099 |
Winner: Republican by 23.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 17.9% |
| 47% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 80.6% |
| School Test Score | 4.40 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 440/sq mi |
| Total Area | 13.4 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 30 |
| Restaurants | 33 |
| Retail Stores | 80 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 18.9 min |
| Work from Home | 0.7% |