Notasulga, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Notasulga is a small town in Alabama with a population of 1,074. Residents earn $63,333 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
1,074 Population 77/sq mi density
$63,333 Median Income $26,747 per capita
$119,900 Home Value $192,886 Zillow
$703 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
694 Violent Crime/100K 7,052 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$63,333 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$119,900 home value, $703/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
694 violent crimes/100K (83% above avg)
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,333
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $119,900
57% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 694/100K
83% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.7%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $703
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 46.6%
45% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.8%
5% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,074
Median Age48.0 yrs
Density77/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 39%

Economy

B+
Median Income$63,333
Per Capita$26,747
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty11.8%
County GDP$765M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$119,900
Rent$703
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$192,886

Crime

F
Violent694/100K
Property7,052/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault694/100K
Burglary2,197/100K

Health

Obesity46.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease7.5%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation467 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.7%
High School+82.6%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 22% / D 78%
Commute23 min
Libraries1

Is Notasulga a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Notasulga receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, high obesity rates. Notasulga offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Notasulga is $63,333, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. 11.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Notasulga is $119,900, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $703 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 694 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 7,052 per 100,000, 260% above the national average.

Education

15.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Notasulga enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Notasulga has a population of 1,074 with a density of 77 people per square mile. The median age is 48.0 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (58.9%), with 39.2% White, 1.3% Hispanic.

Population

1,074
Total Population
77
People / sq mi
48.0yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
14.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.6%
Female 54.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Notasulga vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Notasulga vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Notasulga is $63,333, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Notasulga vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,333
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,747
Avg Weekly Wage$1,095
IRS Avg AGI$45,025

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.8%
5% below US avg
Establishments (County)310
County GDP$765M

Business (County)

Restaurants24
Healthcare21
Retail46
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,492
57% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.24%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Notasulga is $119,900, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $703 (40% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $192,886.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$119,900
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$192,886

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$703
40% 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-Occupied73.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,492
57% below US avg
Effective Rate1.24%
In Notasulga, 46.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.9% report depression. 36.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity46.6%
45% above US avg
Diabetes16.2%
Heart Disease7.5%
High Blood Pressure45.2%
Asthma11.4%
COPD10.0%
Stroke4.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.5%
Physical Inactivity36.0%
Depression25.9%
Mental Distress21.3%
Physical Distress16.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.2%
Checkup Rate79.0%
Premature Death15,397/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.6/10
Exercise Access38.7%
Healthcare Facilities21
Notasulga has a violent crime rate of 694 per 100,000 residents, 83% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 7,052 per 100,000 (260% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent693.6/100K
83% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault693.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property7,052.0/100K
260% above US avg
Burglary2,196.5/100K
Theft4,046.2/100K
Vehicle Theft809.3/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Notasulga has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.2°F
13% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation467 ft (142 m)
Area14.0 sq mi (36.2 km²)
Population Density77/sq mi
Coordinates32.5554°N, 85.6686°W
County FIPS01087
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 15.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 56.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 21.5%
D 77.8%

Winner: Democrat by 56.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.7%
53% below US avg
High School+82.6%
School Test Score4.40
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density77/sq mi
Total Area14.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities21
Restaurants24
Retail Stores46

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

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