Odenville, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Odenville is a small city in Alabama with a population of 5,015. Residents earn $70,815 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
5,015 Population 358/sq mi density
$70,815 Median Income $28,954 per capita
$220,900 Home Value $251,540 Zillow
$1,265 Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
461 Violent Crime/100K 1,275 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$70,815 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$220,900 home value, $1,265/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
461 violent crimes/100K (21% above avg)
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,815
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $220,900
22% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 461/100K
21% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.3%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,265
9% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.8%
29% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,015
Median Age37.8 yrs
Density358/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,815
Per Capita$28,954
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty8.8%
County GDP$3,156M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$220,900
Rent$1,265
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$251,540

Crime

F
Violent461/100K
Property1,275/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault353/100K
Burglary353/100K

Health

Obesity38.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain57.4 in/yr
Elevation866 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.3%
High School+86.3%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 18%
Commute34 min
Libraries7

Is Odenville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Odenville receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Odenville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Odenville is $70,815, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. 8.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Odenville is $220,900, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,265 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 461 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,275 per 100,000, 35% below the national average.

Education

22.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Odenville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Odenville has a population of 5,015 with a density of 358 people per square mile. The median age is 37.8 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.2%), with 2% Hispanic, 10.2% Black.

Population

5,015
Total Population
358
People / sq mi
37.8yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
14.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.7%
Female 52.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Odenville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Odenville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Odenville is $70,815, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Odenville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,815
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,954
Avg Weekly Wage$989
IRS Avg AGI$70,231

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.8%
29% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,943
County GDP$3,156M

Business (County)

Restaurants131
Healthcare126
Retail252
Manufacturing74

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,666
52% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.75%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.4 min
Work from Home5.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Odenville is $220,900, 22% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,265 (9% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $251,540.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$220,900
22% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$251,540
Median List Price$287,400

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$287,400
$/Sq Ft$162
Homes Sold7
Sale-to-List Ratio99.5%
Price Drops16.2%
Inventory37

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,265
9% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,588

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,666
52% below US avg
Effective Rate0.75%
In Odenville, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.4% report depression. 25.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.1%
19% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure36.0%
Asthma10.2%
COPD6.6%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity25.2%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress13.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.5%
Checkup Rate77.8%
Premature Death11,878/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access49.2%
Healthcare Facilities126
Odenville has a violent crime rate of 461 per 100,000 residents, 21% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,275 per 100,000 (35% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent461.1/100K
21% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape54.2/100K
Robbery54.2/100K
Assault352.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,274.8/100K
35% below US avg
Burglary352.6/100K
Theft813.7/100K
Vehicle Theft108.5/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)25
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Odenville has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.3°F
15% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.4 inches
51% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation866 ft (264 m)
Area14.0 sq mi (36.2 km²)
Population Density358/sq mi
Coordinates33.7009°N, 86.4234°W
County FIPS01115
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 22.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.7%
D 17.6%

Winner: Republican by 64.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.3%
34% below US avg
High School+86.3%
School Test Score4.40
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density358/sq mi
Total Area14.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities126
Restaurants131
Retail Stores252

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)25
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.4 min
Work from Home5.1%

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