Alabama · Metropolitan Area
Phenix City is a mid-size city in Alabama with a population of 38,477. Residents earn $49,715 per year, which is 34% below the national average.
Based on current data, Phenix City receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Phenix City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Phenix City is $49,715, 34% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 19.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
The median home value in Phenix City is $160,000, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $926 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
With 644 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,818 per 100,000, 197% above the national average.
23.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Phenix City enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 93.6% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 6.4% |
| 52% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $49,715 |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $30,523 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $913 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $47,521 |
| Unemployment | 3.5% |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 19.8% |
| 60% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,202 |
| County GDP | $2,313M |
| Restaurants | 99 |
| Healthcare | 71 |
| Retail | 172 |
| Manufacturing | 35 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,623 |
| 54% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.01% |
| Commute Time | 21.0 min |
| Work from Home | 9.6% |
| Census Median | $160,000 |
| 43% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $205,918 |
| Census Median Rent | $926 |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,323 |
| Studio | $716 |
| 1 Bedroom | $772 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $936 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,206 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,381 |
| Owner-Occupied | 51.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,623 |
| 54% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.01% |
| Obesity | 43.4% |
| 35% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 15.7% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 43.9% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| COPD | 8.3% |
| Stroke | 4.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 13.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.7% |
| Depression | 24.1% |
| Mental Distress | 19.6% |
| Physical Distress | 15.1% |
| Insurance Rate | 87.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 79.9% |
| Premature Death | 14,160/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 59.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 71 |
| Total Violent | 643.9/100K |
| 69% above US avg | |
| Murder | 10.3/100K |
| 64% above US avg | |
| Rape | 75.0/100K |
| Robbery | 129.3/100K |
| Assault | 429.2/100K |
| Total Property | 5,818.0/100K |
| 197% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,551.5/100K |
| Theft | 3,527.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 739.5/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 66.5°F |
| 23% above US avg | |
| January Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 54.0 inches |
| 42% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 358 ft (109 m) |
| Area | 28.1 sq mi (72.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,371/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.4537°N, 85.0310°W |
| County FIPS | 01113 |
Winner: Democrat by 1.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 23.3% |
| 31% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 88.6% |
| School Test Score | 4.40 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 1,371/sq mi |
| Total Area | 28.1 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 8 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 9 |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 71 |
| Restaurants | 99 |
| Retail Stores | 172 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 21.0 min |
| Work from Home | 9.6% |