Nectar, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Nectar is a small town in Alabama with a population of 474. Residents earn $46,000 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
474 Population 262/sq mi density
$46,000 Median Income $21,176 per capita
$156,900 Home Value $202,923 Zillow
$1,075 Median Rent 37.3% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$46,000 median income, 4.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$156,900 home value, $1,075/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,000
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $156,900
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.8%
89% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,075
8% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.5%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.9%
36% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.4%
16% higher than US avg

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

People

Population474
Median Age35.5 yrs
Density262/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans7.8%

Economy

B
Median Income$46,000
Per Capita$21,176
Unemployment4.9%
Poverty14.4%
County GDP$1,535M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$156,900
Rent$1,075
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$202,923
Rent Burden37.3%

Health

Obesity36.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (16°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain57.0 in/yr
Elevation545 ft (166 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.8%
High School+87.2%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 90% / D 9%
Commute36 min
Broadband70.9%
Libraries2

Is Nectar a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nectar receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Nectar offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nectar is $46,000, 39% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. 14.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Nectar is $156,900, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,075 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

3.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Nectar enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Nectar has a population of 474 with a density of 262 people per square mile. The median age is 35.5 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.4%), with 1.5% Hispanic.

Population

474
Total Population
262
People / sq mi
35.5yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.7%
Female 52.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Nectar vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only79.7%
2% above US avg
Spanish20.3%
51% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Nectar vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nectar is $46,000, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Nectar vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,000
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,176
Avg Weekly Wage$879
IRS Avg AGI$62,345

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
36% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.4%
16% above US avg
Establishments (County)956
County GDP$1,535M

Business (County)

Restaurants58
Healthcare74
Retail132
Manufacturing43

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,734
50% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.5 min
Drive Alone65.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Nectar is $156,900, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,075 (8% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $202,923.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$156,900
44% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$202,923

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,075
8% below US avg
Rent Burden37.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,734
50% below US avg
Effective Rate1.11%
In Nectar, 36.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.2% report depression. 28.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.5%
14% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure37.0%
Asthma10.4%
COPD8.5%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity28.4%
Depression27.2%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress15.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.3%
Checkup Rate76.6%
Premature Death11,898/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access42.3%
Healthcare Facilities74
Nectar has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.5°F
14% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.0 inches
50% above US avg
Snowfall1.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation545 ft (166 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Population Density262/sq mi
Coordinates33.9798°N, 86.6206°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS01009
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 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 81-point margin. 70.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 90.2%
D 9.2%

Winner: Republican by 81 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.8%
89% below US avg
High School+87.2%
School Test Score4.40
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density262/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access70.9%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities74
Restaurants58
Retail Stores132

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.5 min
Drive Alone65.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.1%

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