Paint Rock, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Paint Rock is a small town in Alabama with a population of 182. Residents earn $50,000 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
182 Population 414/sq mi density
$50,000 Median Income $28,937 per capita
$76,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$50,000 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$76,000 home value
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
8.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,000
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $76,000
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.1%
76% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.7%
87% lower than US avg

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

People

Population182
Median Age37.7 yrs
Density414/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans2.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$50,000
Per Capita$28,937
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty1.7%
County GDP$38,958M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$76,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.5%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain58.1 in/yr
Elevation747 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.1%
High School+91.1%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%
Commute35 min
Broadband72.0%
Libraries11

Is Paint Rock a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Paint Rock receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Paint Rock offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Paint Rock is $50,000, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Paint Rock is $76,000, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Paint Rock enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Paint Rock has a population of 182 with a density of 414 people per square mile. The median age is 37.7 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.4%), with 2.7% Hispanic.

Population

182
Total Population
414
People / sq mi
37.7yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.8%
Female 46.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Paint Rock vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Paint Rock vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Paint Rock is $50,000, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Paint Rock vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,000
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,937
Avg Weekly Wage$1,482
IRS Avg AGI$90,736

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.7%
87% below US avg
Establishments (County)13,778
County GDP$38,958M

Business (County)

Restaurants895
Healthcare1,126
Retail1,345
Manufacturing287

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,840
19% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.7 min
Drive Alone87.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Paint Rock is $76,000, 73% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$76,000
73% below US avg

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-Occupied83.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,840
19% below US avg
Effective Rate3.74%
In Paint Rock, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.5% report depression. 28.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Paint Rock vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.3%
16% above US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure37.6%
Asthma10.6%
COPD8.3%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity28.3%
Depression28.5%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress14.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.1%
Checkup Rate76.5%
Premature Death9,054/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access78.2%
Healthcare Facilities1,126

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)35

Safety Score

Paint Rock has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.5°F
10% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall58.1 inches
53% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation747 ft (228 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density414/sq mi
Coordinates34.6609°N, 86.3340°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS01089
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 9-point margin. 72.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.7%
D 44.7%

Winner: Republican by 9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.1%
76% below US avg
High School+91.1%
School Test Score4.40
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density414/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.0%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities1,126
Restaurants895
Retail Stores1,345

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)35

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.7 min
Drive Alone87.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.0%

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