Moody, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Moody is a small city in Alabama with a population of 13,378. Residents earn $86,389 per year, which is 15% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
13,378 Population 546/sq mi density
$86,389 Median Income $38,498 per capita
$222,500 Home Value $258,253 Zillow
$1,463 Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
120 Violent Crime/100K 1,761 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$86,389 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$222,500 home value, $1,463/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
120 violent crimes/100K (69% below avg)
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $86,389
15% higher than US avg
Home Value $222,500
21% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 120/100K
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.7%
30% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,463
26% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.6%
47% lower than US avg

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

People

Population13,378
Median Age40.8 yrs
Density546/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 81%

Economy

A+
Median Income$86,389
Per Capita$38,498
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty6.6%
County GDP$3,156M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$222,500
Rent$1,463
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$258,253

Crime

F
Violent120/100K
Property1,761/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault88/100K
Burglary311/100K

Health

Obesity38.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain57.4 in/yr
Elevation748 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.7%
High School+94.8%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 18%
Commute27 min
EV Stations1
Libraries7

Is Moody a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Moody receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Moody offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Moody is $86,389, 15% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Moody is $222,500, 21% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,463 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Moody is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 120 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,761 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Moody enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Moody has a population of 13,378 with a density of 546 people per square mile. The median age is 40.8 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.8%), with 1.6% Hispanic, 10.9% Black.

Population

13,378
Total Population
546
People / sq mi
40.8yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
24.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Moody vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.4%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.6%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Moody vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Moody is $86,389, which is 15% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Moody vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$86,389
15% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,498
Avg Weekly Wage$989
IRS Avg AGI$70,231

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.6%
47% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,943
County GDP$3,156M

Business (County)

Restaurants131
Healthcare126
Retail252
Manufacturing74

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,666
52% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.75%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.2 min
Work from Home17.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Moody is $222,500, 21% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,463 (26% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $258,253.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$222,500
21% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$258,253
Median List Price$295,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$295,000
$/Sq Ft$163
Homes Sold16
Sale-to-List Ratio98.9%
Price Drops16.1%
Inventory56

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,463
26% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,843

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,666
52% below US avg
Effective Rate0.75%
In Moody, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.9% report depression. 25.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure36.6%
Asthma10.1%
COPD6.5%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity25.5%
Depression25.9%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.1%
Checkup Rate78.1%
Premature Death11,878/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access49.2%
Healthcare Facilities126
Moody has a violent crime rate of 120 per 100,000 residents, 69% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,761 per 100,000 (10% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent119.5/100K
69% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery31.9/100K
Assault87.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,761.1/100K
10% below US avg
Burglary310.8/100K
Theft1,330.8/100K
Vehicle Theft119.5/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)25
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Moody has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.3°F
15% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.4 inches
51% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation748 ft (228 m)
Area24.5 sq mi (63.5 km²)
Population Density546/sq mi
Coordinates33.6034°N, 86.4938°W
County FIPS01115
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.7%
D 17.6%

Winner: Republican by 64.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.7%
30% below US avg
High School+94.8%
School Test Score4.40
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density546/sq mi
Total Area24.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities126
Restaurants131
Retail Stores252

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)25
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.2 min
Work from Home17.5%

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