Piedmont, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Piedmont is a small town in Alabama with a population of 4,749. Residents earn $41,964 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
4,749 Population 483/sq mi density
$41,964 Median Income $23,639 per capita
$106,600 Home Value $161,041 Zillow
$752 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
421 Violent Crime/100K 4,358 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$41,964 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$106,600 home value, $752/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
421 violent crimes/100K (11% above avg)
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,964
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $106,600
62% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 421/100K
11% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.7%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $752
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.6%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,749
Median Age39.1 yrs
Density483/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

B+
Median Income$41,964
Per Capita$23,639
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty9.6%
County GDP$6,288M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$106,600
Rent$752
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$161,041

Crime

F
Violent421/100K
Property4,358/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault316/100K
Burglary1,326/100K

Health

Obesity38.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain57.4 in/yr
Elevation710 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.7%
High School+89.1%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute28 min
EV Stations2
Libraries8

Is Piedmont a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Piedmont 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 below-average incomes. Piedmont offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Piedmont is $41,964, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. 9.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Piedmont is $106,600, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $752 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 421 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,358 per 100,000, 122% above the national average.

Education

15.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Piedmont enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Piedmont has a population of 4,749 with a density of 483 people per square mile. The median age is 39.1 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.2%), with 8.6% Black.

Population

4,749
Total Population
483
People / sq mi
39.1yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
9.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41%
Female 59%

Race & Ethnicity

Piedmont vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.0%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.0%
63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Piedmont vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Piedmont is $41,964, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Piedmont vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,964
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,639
Avg Weekly Wage$988
IRS Avg AGI$56,398

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.6%
23% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,828
County GDP$6,288M

Business (County)

Restaurants232
Healthcare272
Retail438
Manufacturing94

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,985
43% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.86%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.1 min
Work from Home2.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Piedmont is $106,600, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $161,041.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$106,600
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$161,041
Median List Price$145,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$145,000
$/Sq Ft$60
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio78.5%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory14

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$752
35% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied62.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,985
43% below US avg
Effective Rate1.86%
In Piedmont, 38.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.1% report depression. 31.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.2%
19% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure40.2%
Asthma10.7%
COPD8.2%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity31.0%
Depression27.1%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress15.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.4%
Checkup Rate76.6%
Premature Death14,260/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.9/10
Exercise Access64.5%
Healthcare Facilities272
Piedmont has a violent crime rate of 421 per 100,000 residents, 11% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,358 per 100,000 (122% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent421.1/100K
11% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape105.3/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault315.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property4,357.9/100K
122% above US avg
Burglary1,326.3/100K
Theft2,715.8/100K
Vehicle Theft315.8/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Piedmont has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average60.2°F
11% above US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.4 inches
51% above US avg
Snowfall1.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation710 ft (216 m)
Area9.8 sq mi (25.5 km²)
Population Density483/sq mi
Coordinates33.9276°N, 85.6153°W
County FIPS01015
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 15.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.9%
D 27.2%

Winner: Republican by 44.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.7%
53% below US avg
High School+89.1%
School Test Score4.40
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density483/sq mi
Total Area9.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities272
Restaurants232
Retail Stores438

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.1 min
Work from Home2.1%

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