New Market, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

New Market is a small town in Alabama with a population of 1,296. Residents earn $71,083 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
1,296 Population 74/sq mi density
$71,083 Median Income $39,640 per capita
$113,400 Home Value $288,013 Zillow
$967 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$71,083 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$113,400 home value, $967/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,083
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $113,400
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.0%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent $967
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.9%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,296
Median Age37.7 yrs
Density74/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 85%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,083
Per Capita$39,640
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$38,958M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$113,400
Rent$967
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$288,013

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain58.1 in/yr
Elevation775 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.0%
High School+83.7%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%
Commute28 min
Libraries11

Is New Market a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Market receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. New Market stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Market is $71,083, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Market is $113,400, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $967 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

19.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

New Market enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

New Market has a population of 1,296 with a density of 74 people per square mile. The median age is 37.7 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.1%), with 3.2% Hispanic, 10.2% Black.

Population

1,296
Total Population
74
People / sq mi
37.7yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
17.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

New Market vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.4%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.6%
58% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New Market vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Market is $71,083, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: New Market vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,083
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,640
Avg Weekly Wage$1,482
IRS Avg AGI$90,736

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)13,778
County GDP$38,958M

Business (County)

Restaurants895
Healthcare1,126
Retail1,345
Manufacturing287

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,840
19% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.50%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.4 min
Work from Home2.3%

Walkability

The median home value in New Market is $113,400, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $967 (17% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $288,013.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$113,400
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$288,013

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$967
17% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,768

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,840
19% below US avg
Effective Rate2.50%
In New Market, 40.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.4% report depression. 25.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: New Market vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.9%
27% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure36.6%
Asthma10.0%
COPD7.2%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity25.8%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress13.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.0%
Checkup Rate76.9%
Premature Death9,054/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access78.2%
Healthcare Facilities1,126

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)35

Safety Score

New Market has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.5°F
10% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall58.1 inches
53% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation775 ft (236 m)
Area17.5 sq mi (45.4 km²)
Population Density74/sq mi
Coordinates34.8923°N, 86.4258°W
County FIPS01089
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 19.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.7%
D 44.7%

Winner: Republican by 9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.0%
44% below US avg
High School+83.7%
School Test Score4.40
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density74/sq mi
Total Area17.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities1,126
Restaurants895
Retail Stores1,345

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)35

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.4 min
Work from Home2.3%

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