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North Courtland, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

North Courtland is a small town in Alabama with a population of 405. Residents earn $37,250 per year, which is 50% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
405 Population 614/sq mi density
$37,250 Median Income $24,153 per capita
$62,100 Home Value $112,586 Zillow
$344 Median Rent 30.0% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$37,250 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$62,100 home value, $344/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $37,250
50% lower than US avg
Home Value $62,100
78% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.7%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent $344
70% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 47.8%
49% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.8%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population405
Median Age48.8 yrs
Density614/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 2%
Veterans2.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$37,250
Per Capita$24,153
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty2.8%
County GDP$865M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$62,100
Rent$344
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$112,586
Housing Units323
Rent Burden30.0%

Health

Obesity47.8%
Uninsured12.3%
Smoking17.5%
Depression19.1%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain56.3 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation570 ft (174 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.7%
High School+83.5%
Graduate+3.8%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 19%
Commute31 min
Broadband54.4%
Libraries3

Is North Courtland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, North Courtland receives an overall livability score of 3.4 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 a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. North Courtland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in North Courtland is $37,250, 50% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in North Courtland is $62,100, 78% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $344 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

North Courtland enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 56.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

North Courtland has a population of 405 with a density of 614 people per square mile. The median age is 48.8 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (97.3%), with 2.2% White.

Population

405
Total Population
614
People / sq mi
48.8yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

North Courtland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

North Courtland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in North Courtland is $37,250, which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: North Courtland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$37,250
50% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,153
Avg Weekly Wage$992
IRS Avg AGI$57,583

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.8%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)572
County GDP$865M

Business (County)

Restaurants44
Healthcare35
Retail84
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,231
65% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.0 min
Drive Alone87.7%
Public Transit7.7%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in North Courtland is $62,100, 78% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $344 (70% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $112,586.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$62,100
78% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$112,586

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$344
70% below US avg
Rent Burden30.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.5%
Housing Units323
Median Year Built1983

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,231
65% below US avg
Effective Rate1.98%
In North Courtland, 47.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.3% of residents lack health insurance. 17.5% are current smokers. 19.1% report depression. 35.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: North Courtland vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity47.8%
49% above US avg
Diabetes17.5%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure48.9%
Asthma12.0%
COPD6.9%
Cancer4.4%
Stroke4.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.5%
25% above US avg
Binge Drinking10.7%
Physical Inactivity35.2%
Depression19.1%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress14.2%
Short Sleep50.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.3%
Uninsured12.3%
43% above US avg
Checkup Rate83.0%
Dental Visits45.5%
Premature Death13,633/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access56.5%
Healthcare Facilities35
North Courtland has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.3 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.7°F
12% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.3 inches
48% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation570 ft (174 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density614/sq mi
Coordinates34.6800°N, 87.3057°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS01079
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 4.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.3-point margin. 54.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.8%
D 18.5%

Winner: Republican by 62.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.7%
86% below US avg
High School+83.5%
Graduate Degree+3.8%
School Test Score4.40
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density614/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access54.4%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities35
Restaurants44
Retail Stores84

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.0 min
Drive Alone87.7%
Public Transit7.7%
Work from Home0.0%

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