Ohatchee, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Ohatchee is a small town in Alabama with a population of 1,043. Residents earn $71,364 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
1,043 Population 177/sq mi density
$71,364 Median Income $40,630 per capita
$191,000 Home Value $196,356 Zillow
$845 Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$71,364 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$191,000 home value, $845/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,364
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $191,000
32% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.7%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $845
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.5%
56% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,043
Median Age53.9 yrs
Density177/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,364
Per Capita$40,630
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty5.5%
County GDP$3,156M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$191,000
Rent$845
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$196,356

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property2,007/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary1,047/100K

Health

Obesity37.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain52.2 in/yr
Elevation646 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.7%
High School+85.8%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 18%
Commute32 min
Libraries7

Is Ohatchee a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ohatchee receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Ohatchee offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ohatchee is $71,364, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ohatchee is $191,000, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $845 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Ohatchee is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,007 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

17.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Ohatchee enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Ohatchee has a population of 1,043 with a density of 177 people per square mile. The median age is 53.9 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.2%), with 3% Black.

Population

1,043
Total Population
177
People / sq mi
53.9yrs
Median Age
39% above US avg
5.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%
Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Ohatchee vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.7%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.3%
83% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ohatchee vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ohatchee is $71,364, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Ohatchee vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,364
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,630
Avg Weekly Wage$989
IRS Avg AGI$70,231

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.5%
56% 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 Rate0.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.0 min
Work from Home2.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Ohatchee is $191,000, 32% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $845 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $196,356.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$191,000
32% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$196,356

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$845
27% 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-Occupied87.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,666
52% below US avg
Effective Rate0.87%
In Ohatchee, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.1% report depression. 30.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.0%
15% above US avg
Diabetes11.8%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure39.4%
Asthma10.4%
COPD8.4%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity30.2%
Depression27.1%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress15.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.7%
Checkup Rate75.5%
Premature Death11,878/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access49.2%
Healthcare Facilities126
Ohatchee has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,007 per 100,000 (2% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,007.0/100K
2% above US avg
Burglary1,047.1/100K
Theft959.9/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)25
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Ohatchee has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

44°F Jan (6°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.3°F
15% above US avg
January Average44°F (6°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.2 inches
37% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation646 ft (197 m)
Area5.9 sq mi (15.2 km²)
Population Density177/sq mi
Coordinates33.7898°N, 86.0291°W
County FIPS01115
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 17.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% 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+17.7%
47% below US avg
High School+85.8%
School Test Score4.40
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density177/sq mi
Total Area5.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities126
Restaurants131
Retail Stores252

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)25
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.0 min
Work from Home2.2%

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