Myrtlewood, AL

Alabama

Myrtlewood is a small town in Alabama with a population of 102. Residents earn $93,646 per year, which is 25% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
102 Population 39/sq mi density
$93,646 Median Income $40,968 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$93,646 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $93,646
25% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.6%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population102
Median Age44.3 yrs
Density39/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans98.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$93,646
Per Capita$40,968
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,108M
Commute43 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
Ownership100.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease7.8%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain56.2 in/yr
Elevation204 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+90.0%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 48%
Commute43 min
Broadband35.0%
Libraries2

Is Myrtlewood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Myrtlewood receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Myrtlewood stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Myrtlewood is $93,646, 25% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Myrtlewood enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Myrtlewood has a population of 102 with a density of 39 people per square mile. The median age is 44.3 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98%).

Population

102
Total Population
39
People / sq mi
44.3yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.1%
Female 53.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Myrtlewood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Myrtlewood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Myrtlewood is $93,646, which is 25% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes.

Income: Myrtlewood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$93,646
25% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,968
Avg Weekly Wage$1,027
IRS Avg AGI$56,967

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)568
County GDP$1,108M

Business (County)

Restaurants37
Healthcare52
Retail98
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,588
55% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time42.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

100.0% of homes are owner-occupied.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership100.0%
Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,588
55% below US avg
In Myrtlewood, 35.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.7% report depression. 30.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.6%
11% above US avg
Diabetes14.1%
Heart Disease7.8%
High Blood Pressure39.3%
Asthma8.8%
COPD9.8%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.3%
Physical Inactivity30.3%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress15.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.2%
Checkup Rate68.2%
Premature Death14,679/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access47.6%
Healthcare Facilities52

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Myrtlewood has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average64.2°F
19% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.2 inches
48% above US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation204 ft (62 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.7 km²)
Population Density39/sq mi
Coordinates32.2521°N, 87.9493°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS01091
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 3.8-point margin. 35.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.6%
D 47.9%

Winner: Republican by 3.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+90.0%
School Test Score4.40
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density39/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access35.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities52
Restaurants37
Retail Stores98

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute42.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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