Pennington, AL

Alabama

Pennington is a small town in Alabama with a population of 536. Residents earn $28,186 per year, which is 62% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
536 Population 103/sq mi density
$28,186 Median Income $18,677 per capita
$81,500 Home Value
$376 Median Rent 17.3% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$28,186 median income, 4.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$81,500 home value, $376/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $28,186
62% lower than US avg
Home Value $81,500
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.1%
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent $376
68% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 47.2%
47% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.5%
25% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.5%
7% lower than US avg

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

People

Population536
Median Age38.4 yrs
Density103/mi²
Male / Female36% / 64%
Largest GroupWhite 50%
Veterans15.5%

Economy

C+
Median Income$28,186
Per Capita$18,677
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty11.5%
County GDP$451M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$81,500
Rent$376
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units332
Rent Burden17.3%

Health

Obesity47.2%
Uninsured12.2%
Smoking19.2%
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain56.2 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation75 ft (23 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.1%
High School+72.9%
Graduate+3.0%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 29% / D 70%
Commute36 min
Broadband55.7%
Libraries2

Is Pennington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pennington receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Pennington offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pennington is $28,186, 62% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pennington is $81,500, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $376 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 72.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Pennington enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 56.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Pennington has a population of 536 with a density of 103 people per square mile. The median age is 38.4 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (50%), with 50% Black.

Population

536
Total Population
103
People / sq mi
38.4yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
5.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 36.4%
Female 63.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Pennington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.8%
79% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pennington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pennington is $28,186, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Pennington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,186
62% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,677
Avg Weekly Wage$910
IRS Avg AGI$43,209

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.5%
7% below US avg
Establishments (County)294
County GDP$451M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Healthcare19
Retail47
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,054
70% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.7 min
Drive Alone80.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Pennington is $81,500, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $376 (68% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$81,500
71% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$376
68% below US avg
Rent Burden17.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.1%
Housing Units332
Median Year Built1986

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,054
70% below US avg
Effective Rate1.29%
In Pennington, 47.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.2% of residents lack health insurance. 19.2% are current smokers. 23.3% report depression. 34.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity47.2%
47% above US avg
Diabetes16.9%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure47.5%
Asthma11.5%
COPD8.4%
Cancer5.5%
Stroke4.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.2%
37% above US avg
Binge Drinking13.0%
Physical Inactivity34.9%
Depression23.3%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress15.6%
Short Sleep46.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.2%
Uninsured12.2%
42% above US avg
Checkup Rate80.8%
Dental Visits45.3%
Premature Death15,670/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access30.9%
Healthcare Facilities19
Pennington has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.2 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average64.2°F
19% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.2 inches
48% above US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Area5.2 sq mi (13.5 km²)
Population Density103/sq mi
Coordinates32.2006°N, 88.0376°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS01119
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 7.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 41.2-point margin. 55.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 29.1%
D 70.3%

Winner: Democrat by 41.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.1%
79% below US avg
High School+72.9%
Graduate Degree+3.0%
School Test Score4.40
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density103/sq mi
Total Area5.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.7%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants21
Retail Stores47

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.7 min
Drive Alone80.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.7%

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