Nauvoo, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Nauvoo is a small town in Alabama with a population of 233. Residents earn $46,000 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
233 Population 235/sq mi density
$46,000 Median Income $25,726 per capita
$72,900 Home Value $104,931 Zillow
$917 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$46,000 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$72,900 home value, $917/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,000
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $72,900
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.0%
85% lower than US avg
Median Rent $917
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.2%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.3%
15% higher than US avg

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

People

Population233
Median Age34.0 yrs
Density235/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 80%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,000
Per Capita$25,726
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty14.3%
County GDP$2,568M
Commute45 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$72,900
Rent$917
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$104,931

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.6%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain61.8 in/yr
Elevation548 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.0%
High School+57.9%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 14%
Commute45 min
Broadband64.0%
Libraries4

Is Nauvoo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nauvoo receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Nauvoo offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nauvoo is $46,000, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. 14.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Nauvoo is $72,900, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $917 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 57.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Nauvoo enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 61.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Nauvoo has a population of 233 with a density of 235 people per square mile. The median age is 34.0 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.3%).

Population

233
Total Population
235
People / sq mi
34.0yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.7%
Female 43.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Nauvoo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only79.1%
1% above US avg
Spanish20.9%
56% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Nauvoo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nauvoo is $46,000, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes.

Income: Nauvoo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,000
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,726
Avg Weekly Wage$936
IRS Avg AGI$83,209

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.3%
15% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,536
County GDP$2,568M

Business (County)

Restaurants108
Healthcare189
Retail251
Manufacturing54

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,236
36% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.07%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time45.3 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Nauvoo is $72,900, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $917 (21% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $104,931.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$72,900
74% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$104,931

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$917
21% 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-Occupied85.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,236
36% below US avg
Effective Rate3.07%
In Nauvoo, 34.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.6% report depression. 28.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.2%
7% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure36.6%
Asthma10.4%
COPD7.8%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity28.8%
Depression28.6%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress14.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate73.2%
Checkup Rate77.0%
Premature Death18,377/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access42.1%
Healthcare Facilities189

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Nauvoo has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 61.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.1°F
13% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall61.8 inches
63% above US avg
Snowfall0.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation548 ft (167 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density235/sq mi
Coordinates33.9844°N, 87.4854°W
County FIPS01127
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 5.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 71.8-point margin. 64.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.6%
D 13.8%

Winner: Republican by 71.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.0%
85% below US avg
High School+57.9%
School Test Score4.40
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density235/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access64.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities189
Restaurants108
Retail Stores251

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute45.3 min
Work from Home0.0%

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