Onycha, AL

Alabama

Onycha is a small town in Alabama with a population of 208. Residents earn $42,143 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
208 Population 263/sq mi density
$42,143 Median Income $14,477 per capita
$90,000 Home Value
$679 Median Rent 27.5% income on rent
69°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$42,143 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,000 home value, $679/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,143
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $90,000
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.4%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $679
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.9%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.3%
25% lower than US avg

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

People

Population208
Median Age51.2 yrs
Density263/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans6.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$42,143
Per Capita$14,477
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty9.3%
County GDP$1,662M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,000
Rent$679
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden27.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.4%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain59.1 in/yr
Elevation338 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.4%
High School+63.1%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 14%
Commute21 min
Broadband62.0%
Libraries3

Is Onycha a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Onycha receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Onycha offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Onycha is $42,143, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. 9.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Onycha is $90,000, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $679 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 63.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Onycha enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 59.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Onycha has a population of 208 with a density of 263 people per square mile. The median age is 51.2 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.6%), with 2.4% Black.

Population

208
Total Population
263
People / sq mi
51.2yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.1%
Female 40.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Onycha vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Onycha vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Onycha is $42,143, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Onycha vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,143
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$14,477
Avg Weekly Wage$919
IRS Avg AGI$60,353

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.3%
25% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,134
County GDP$1,662M

Business (County)

Restaurants67
Healthcare98
Retail179
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,838
47% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.04%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.7 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Onycha is $90,000, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $679 (42% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,000
68% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$679
42% below US avg
Rent Burden27.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,838
47% below US avg
Effective Rate2.04%
In Onycha, 36.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.4% report depression. 29.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.9%
15% above US avg
Diabetes11.8%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure38.0%
Asthma10.4%
COPD8.5%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity29.1%
Depression27.4%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress15.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.2%
Checkup Rate76.7%
Premature Death14,664/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access57.9%
Healthcare Facilities98

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Onycha has an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 59.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average68.8°F
27% above US avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall59.1 inches
56% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation338 ft (103 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density263/sq mi
Coordinates31.2257°N, 86.2760°W
County FIPS01039
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 72.4-point margin. 62.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86%
D 13.6%

Winner: Republican by 72.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.4%
78% below US avg
High School+63.1%
School Test Score4.40
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density263/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access62.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities98
Restaurants67
Retail Stores179

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.7 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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