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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 97.4% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 2.6% |
| 81% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $86,389 |
| 15% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $38,498 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $989 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $70,231 |
| Unemployment | 3.3% |
| 8% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 6.6% |
| 47% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,943 |
| County GDP | $3,156M |
| Restaurants | 131 |
| Healthcare | 126 |
| Retail | 252 |
| Manufacturing | 74 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,666 |
| 52% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.75% |
| Commute Time | 27.2 min |
| Work from Home | 17.5% |
| Census Median | $222,500 |
| 21% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $258,253 |
| Median List Price | $295,000 |
| Median List Price | $295,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $163 |
| Homes Sold | 16 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.9% |
| Price Drops | 16.1% |
| Inventory | 56 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,463 |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,843 |
| Studio | $716 |
| 1 Bedroom | $772 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $936 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,206 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,381 |
| Owner-Occupied | 76.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,666 |
| 52% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 0.75% |
| Obesity | 38.6% |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.6% |
| Asthma | 10.1% |
| COPD | 6.5% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.5% |
| Depression | 25.9% |
| Mental Distress | 18.4% |
| Physical Distress | 12.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 91.1% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.1% |
| Premature Death | 11,878/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 49.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 126 |
| Total Violent | 119.5/100K |
| 69% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 31.9/100K |
| Assault | 87.7/100K |
| Total Property | 1,761.1/100K |
| 10% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 310.8/100K |
| Theft | 1,330.8/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 119.5/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 25 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 62.3°F |
| 15% above US avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 57.4 inches |
| 51% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 748 ft (228 m) |
| Area | 24.5 sq mi (63.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 546/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.6034°N, 86.4938°W |
| County FIPS | 01115 |
Winner: Republican by 64.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 23.7% |
| 30% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 94.8% |
| School Test Score | 4.40 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 546/sq mi |
| Total Area | 24.5 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 3 |
| Public Libraries | 7 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 126 |
| Restaurants | 131 |
| Retail Stores | 252 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 25 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 27.2 min |
| Work from Home | 17.5% |