Moundville, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Moundville is a small town in Alabama with a population of 3,649. Residents earn $69,146 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
3,649 Population 792/sq mi density
$69,146 Median Income $27,349 per capita
$182,400 Home Value $221,999 Zillow
$797 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
283 Violent Crime/100K 3,479 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$69,146 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$182,400 home value, $797/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
283 violent crimes/100K (25% below avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,146
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $182,400
35% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 283/100K
25% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.4%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent $797
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.6%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.5%
9% higher than US avg

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

People

Population3,649
Median Age34.9 yrs
Density792/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 40%

Economy

A
Median Income$69,146
Per Capita$27,349
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty13.5%
County GDP$386M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$182,400
Rent$797
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$221,999

Crime

F
Violent283/100K
Property3,479/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault202/100K
Burglary688/100K

Health

Obesity43.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain54.9 in/yr

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.4%
High School+86.1%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 46% / D 53%
Commute29 min
EV Stations1
Libraries4

Is Moundville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Moundville receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Moundville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Moundville is $69,146, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. 13.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Moundville is $182,400, 35% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $797 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Moundville is below the national average at 283 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,479 per 100,000, 77% above the national average.

Education

17.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Moundville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Moundville has a population of 3,649 with a density of 792 people per square mile. The median age is 34.9 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (45.9%), with 39.9% White.

Population

3,649
Total Population
792
People / sq mi
34.9yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
4.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Moundville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Moundville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Moundville is $69,146, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Moundville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,146
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,349
Avg Weekly Wage$945
IRS Avg AGI$48,562

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above US avg
Establishments (County)331
County GDP$386M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare17
Retail41
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,072
69% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.2 min
Work from Home2.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Moundville is $182,400, 35% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $797 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $221,999.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$182,400
35% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$221,999
Median List Price$212,400

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$212,400
$/Sq Ft$164
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio99.9%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory10

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$797
31% 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-Occupied75.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,072
69% below US avg
Effective Rate0.59%
In Moundville, 43.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.8% report depression. 27.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.6%
36% above US avg
Diabetes12.8%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure41.4%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.6%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.3%
Physical Inactivity27.4%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress13.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.3%
Checkup Rate81.0%
Premature Death15,927/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access50.7%
Healthcare Facilities17
Moundville has a violent crime rate of 283 per 100,000 residents, 25% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,479 per 100,000 (77% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent283.2/100K
25% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape80.9/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault202.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,479.0/100K
77% above US avg
Burglary687.7/100K
Theft2,508.1/100K
Vehicle Theft283.2/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Moundville has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average64.1°F
19% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.9 inches
44% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area4.6 sq mi (11.9 km²)
Population Density792/sq mi
Coordinates32.9965°N, 87.6275°W
County FIPS01065
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 17.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 6.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.2%
D 53.1%

Winner: Democrat by 6.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.4%
48% below US avg
High School+86.1%
School Test Score4.40
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density792/sq mi
Total Area4.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants13
Retail Stores41

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.2 min
Work from Home2.4%

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