Our Town, AL

Alabama

Our Town is a small town in Alabama with a population of 596. Residents earn $63,333 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
596 Population 50/sq mi density
$63,333 Median Income $39,006 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$63,333 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,333
16% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.2%
61% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 27.1%
119% higher than US avg

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

People

Population596
Median Age46.9 yrs
Density50/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 74%
Veterans3.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$63,333
Per Capita$39,006
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty27.1%
County GDP$1,910M
Commute26 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain57.0 in/yr
Elevation715 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.2%
High School+92.7%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute26 min
Broadband76.2%
Libraries6

Is Our Town a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Our Town receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Our Town has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Our Town is $63,333, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 27.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Education

13.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Our Town enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Our Town has a population of 596 with a density of 50 people per square mile. The median age is 46.9 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.7%), with 4% Hispanic, 22.3% Black.

Population

596
Total Population
50
People / sq mi
46.9yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
11.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.6%
Female 60.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Our Town vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Our Town vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Our Town is $63,333, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 27.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Our Town vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,333
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,006
Avg Weekly Wage$906
IRS Avg AGI$65,829

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate27.1%
119% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,052
County GDP$1,910M

Business (County)

Restaurants79
Healthcare81
Retail153
Manufacturing39

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,421
31% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.0 min
Drive Alone90.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.9%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied84.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,421
31% below US avg
In Our Town, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.4% report depression. 27.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Our Town vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.5%
23% above US avg
Diabetes12.6%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure40.8%
Asthma10.7%
COPD8.0%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity27.7%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress14.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate78.9%
Premature Death12,183/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access61.8%
Healthcare Facilities81

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Our Town has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.8°F
16% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.0 inches
50% above US avg
Snowfall0.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation715 ft (218 m)
Area11.9 sq mi (30.7 km²)
Population Density50/sq mi
Coordinates32.8422°N, 85.9670°W
County FIPS01123
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 13.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49.6-point margin. 76.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.5%
D 24.9%

Winner: Republican by 49.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.2%
61% below US avg
High School+92.7%
School Test Score4.40
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density50/sq mi
Total Area11.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.2%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities81
Restaurants79
Retail Stores153

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.0 min
Drive Alone90.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.9%

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