Median Income $36,983

51% lower than US avg

Home Value $214,800

24% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 8.0%

76% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 36.3%

13% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.8%

22% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 8.4%

33% lower than US avg

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

People

Population515

Median Age48.4 yrs

Density46/mi²

Male / Female57% / 43%

Largest GroupWhite 85%

Veterans10.2%

Economy

B+

Median Income$36,983

Per Capita$31,886

Unemployment2.8%

Poverty8.4%

County GDP$1,686M

Commute26 min

Housing

Home Value$214,800

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$168,817

Housing Units300

Health

Obesity36.3%

Uninsured9.8%

Smoking15.8%

Depression24.8%

Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain71.8 in/yr

Sunny Days313/yr

Elevation224 ft (68 m)

Education

Bachelor's+8.0%

High School+78.7%

Graduate+1.9%

School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 27%

Commute26 min

Broadband76.2%

Libraries4

Is Perdido a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Perdido receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Perdido has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Perdido is $36,983, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. 8.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Perdido is $214,800, 24% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. The price-to-income ratio of 5.8x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

8.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Perdido enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 313 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 71.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Perdido has a population of 515 with a density of 46 people per square mile. The median age is 48.4 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.4%), with 3.5% Hispanic, 11.1% Black.

Population

515

Total Population

People / sq mi

48.4yrs

Median Age

24% above US avg

11.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.7%

Female 43.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Perdido vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Perdido vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Perdido is $36,983, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Perdido vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$36,983
	51% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$31,886
Avg Weekly Wage	$988
IRS Avg AGI	$54,784

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.8%
	22% below US avg
Poverty Rate	8.4%
	33% below US avg
Establishments (County)	934
County GDP	$1,686M

Business (County)

Restaurants	76
Healthcare	67
Retail	159
Manufacturing	41

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$1,823
	48% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	0.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	26.2 min
Drive Alone	70.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	13.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Perdido is $214,800, 24% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $168,817.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$214,800
	24% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$168,817

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-Occupied	86.9%
Housing Units	300
Median Year Built	1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$1,823
	48% below US avg
Effective Rate	0.85%

In Perdido, 36.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.8% of residents lack health insurance. 15.8% are current smokers. 24.8% report depression. 25.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	36.3%
	13% above US avg
Diabetes	11.1%
Heart Disease	5.8%
High Blood Pressure	38.1%
Asthma	9.9%
COPD	7.0%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.8%
	13% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.4%
Physical Inactivity	25.8%
Depression	24.8%
Mental Distress	18.1%
Physical Distress	13.3%
Short Sleep	38.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	85.3%
Uninsured	9.8%
	14% above US avg
Checkup Rate	76.5%
Dental Visits	55.7%
Premature Death	15,045/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.7/10
Exercise Access	38.7%
Healthcare Facilities	67

Perdido has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 71.8 inches. The area enjoys 313 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

51°F Jan (11°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)

Annual Average	67.5°F
	25% above US avg
January Average	51°F (11°C)
July Average	82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days	313 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	71.8 inches
	89% above US avg
Snowfall	0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	224 ft (68 m)
Area	11.1 sq mi (28.9 km²)
Population Density	46/sq mi
Coordinates	31.0056°N, 87.6303°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	01053

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 8.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.4-point margin. 76.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.9%

D 26.6%

Winner: Republican by 46.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	8.0%
	76% below US avg
High School+	78.7%
Graduate Degree+	1.9%
School Test Score	4.40

D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	46/sq mi
Total Area	11.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	76.2%
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	67
Restaurants	76
Retail Stores	159

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	10
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	26.2 min
Drive Alone	70.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	13.5%

Perdido, AL

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Perdido a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Perdido vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Perdido vs U.S. Average

Income: Perdido vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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