Nixburg, AL

Alabama

Nixburg is a small town in Alabama with a population of 414. Residents earn $51,563 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
414 Population 56/sq mi density
$51,563 Median Income $14,866 per capita
$28,000 Home Value
63°F Avg Temperature 299 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$51,563 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$28,000 home value
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,563
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $28,000
90% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.0%
79% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.8%
43% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.4%
40% lower than US avg

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

People

Population414
Median Age45.4 yrs
Density56/mi²
Male / Female37% / 63%
Largest GroupWhite 32%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$51,563
Per Capita$14,866
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.4%
County GDP$252M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$28,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units189

Health

Obesity45.8%
Uninsured11.0%
Smoking16.8%
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain60.2 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation739 ft (225 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.0%
High School+93.4%
Graduate+7.5%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute26 min
Broadband79.6%
Libraries2

Is Nixburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nixburg receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Nixburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nixburg is $51,563, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Nixburg is $28,000, 90% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Nixburg enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 60.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Nixburg has a population of 414 with a density of 56 people per square mile. The median age is 45.4 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (44.2%), with 31.6% White.

Population

414
Total Population
56
People / sq mi
45.4yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
7.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 37.4%
Female 62.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Nixburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Nixburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nixburg is $51,563, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Nixburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,563
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$14,866
Avg Weekly Wage$988
IRS Avg AGI$57,161

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.4%
40% below US avg
Establishments (County)158
County GDP$252M

Business (County)

Restaurants3
Healthcare5
Retail19
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,355
61% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.4 min
Drive Alone64.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Nixburg is $28,000, 90% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$28,000
90% below US avg

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

Owner-Occupied92.6%
Housing Units189
Median Year Built1981

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,355
61% below US avg
Effective Rate4.84%
In Nixburg, 45.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.0% of residents lack health insurance. 16.8% are current smokers. 21.2% report depression. 32.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.8%
43% above US avg
Diabetes16.0%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure45.6%
Asthma11.4%
COPD7.0%
Cancer5.3%
Stroke4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.8%
20% above US avg
Binge Drinking12.8%
Physical Inactivity32.0%
Depression21.2%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress14.2%
Short Sleep46.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.9%
Uninsured11.0%
28% above US avg
Checkup Rate81.1%
Dental Visits52.1%
Premature Death14,410/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access4.1%
Healthcare Facilities5
Nixburg has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 60.2 inches. The area enjoys 299 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average62.5°F
16% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall60.2 inches
58% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation739 ft (225 m)
Area7.5 sq mi (19.3 km²)
Population Density56/sq mi
Coordinates32.8555°N, 86.1008°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS01037
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 7.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.3-point margin. 79.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%
D 28.1%

Winner: Republican by 43.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.0%
79% below US avg
High School+93.4%
Graduate Degree+7.5%
School Test Score4.40
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density56/sq mi
Total Area7.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.6%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities5
Restaurants3
Retail Stores19

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.4 min
Drive Alone64.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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