Napier Field, AL

Alabama

Napier Field is a small town in Alabama with a population of 505. Residents earn $43,393 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
505 Population 2,020/sq mi density
$43,393 Median Income $19,617 per capita
$81,900 Home Value
$783 Median Rent 25.0% income on rent
68°F Avg Temperature 306 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$43,393 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$81,900 home value, $783/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,393
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $81,900
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.8%
89% lower than US avg
Median Rent $783
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.9%
37% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.4%
8% lower than US avg

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

People

Population505
Median Age32.3 yrs
Density2,020/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Veterans7.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$43,393
Per Capita$19,617
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty11.4%
County GDP$3,915M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$81,900
Rent$783
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units206
Rent Burden25.0%

Health

Obesity43.9%
Uninsured15.4%
Smoking23.3%
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease7.8%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain53.9 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation376 ft (115 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.8%
High School+82.3%
Graduate+3.4%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute22 min
Broadband90.2%
Libraries4

Is Napier Field a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Napier Field receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Napier Field offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Napier Field is $43,393, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. 11.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Napier Field is $81,900, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $783 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Napier Field enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 306 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 53.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Napier Field has a population of 505 with a density of 2,020 people per square mile. The median age is 32.3 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78%), with 4.8% Hispanic, 8.7% Black.

Population

505
Total Population
2,020
People / sq mi
32.3yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.1%
Female 46.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Napier Field vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.6%
12% above US avg
Spanish12.4%
7% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Napier Field vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Napier Field is $43,393, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Napier Field vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,393
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,617
Avg Weekly Wage$1,237
IRS Avg AGI$56,340

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.4%
8% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,130
County GDP$3,915M

Business (County)

Restaurants82
Healthcare65
Retail135
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,739
50% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.0 min
Drive Alone89.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Napier Field is $81,900, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $783 (33% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$81,900
71% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$783
33% below US avg
Rent Burden25.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.0%
Housing Units206
Median Year Built1958

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,739
50% below US avg
Effective Rate2.12%
In Napier Field, 43.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.4% of residents lack health insurance. 23.3% are current smokers. 28.0% report depression. 36.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Napier Field vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.9%
37% above US avg
Diabetes15.3%
Heart Disease7.8%
High Blood Pressure42.7%
Asthma11.3%
COPD10.8%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke4.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking23.3%
66% above US avg
Binge Drinking13.7%
Physical Inactivity36.6%
Depression28.0%
Mental Distress22.3%
Physical Distress18.0%
Short Sleep40.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.4%
Uninsured15.4%
79% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.2%
Dental Visits44.4%
Premature Death11,939/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access38.9%
Healthcare Facilities65
Napier Field has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.9 inches. The area enjoys 306 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

51°F Jan (10°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average67.8°F
26% above US avg
January Average51°F (10°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.9 inches
42% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation376 ft (115 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density2,020/sq mi
Coordinates31.3149°N, 85.4549°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS01045
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 3.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (89% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.3-point margin. 90.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.8%
D 23.5%

Winner: Republican by 52.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.8%
89% below US avg
High School+82.3%
Graduate Degree+3.4%
School Test Score4.40
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density2,020/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.2%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities65
Restaurants82
Retail Stores135

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.0 min
Drive Alone89.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.4%

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