Oakman, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Oakman is a small town in Alabama with a population of 872.

1.6 /5.0
D Poor
872 Population 283/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $20,326 per capita
$71,600 Home Value $107,579 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.6 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
8.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $71,600
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.0%
76% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.9%
20% lower than US avg

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

People

Population872
Median Age38.6 yrs
Density283/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 80%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$20,326
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty9.9%
County GDP$2,568M
Commute38 min

Housing

Home Value$71,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$107,579

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain61.8 in/yr
Elevation340 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.0%
High School+90.7%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 14%
Commute38 min
Libraries4

Is Oakman a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oakman receives an overall livability score of 1.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Oakman faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. 9.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oakman is $71,600, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

8.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Oakman enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 61.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Oakman has a population of 872 with a density of 283 people per square mile. The median age is 38.6 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.4%), with 1.3% Hispanic, 10% Black.

Population

872
Total Population
283
People / sq mi
38.6yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.3%
Female 47.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Oakman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Oakman vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oakman is N/A. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Oakman vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$20,326
Avg Weekly Wage$936
IRS Avg AGI$83,209

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.9%
20% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,536
County GDP$2,568M

Business (County)

Restaurants108
Healthcare189
Retail251
Manufacturing54

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,236
36% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.6 min
Work from Home1.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Oakman is $71,600, 75% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $107,579.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$71,600
75% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$107,579

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-Occupied75.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,236
36% below US avg
Effective Rate3.12%
In Oakman, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.2% report depression. 33.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.5%
17% above US avg
Diabetes13.7%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure40.7%
Asthma10.9%
COPD8.9%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.6%
Physical Inactivity33.3%
Depression27.2%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress16.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.6%
Checkup Rate77.7%
Premature Death18,377/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access42.1%
Healthcare Facilities189

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Oakman has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 61.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.1°F
13% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall61.8 inches
63% above US avg
Snowfall0.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation340 ft (104 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (8.0 km²)
Population Density283/sq mi
Coordinates33.7143°N, 87.3887°W
County FIPS01127
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 8.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 71.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.6%
D 13.8%

Winner: Republican by 71.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.0%
76% below US avg
High School+90.7%
School Test Score4.40
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density283/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities189
Restaurants108
Retail Stores251

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.6 min
Work from Home1.5%

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