Pinckard, AL

Alabama

Pinckard is a small town in Alabama with a population of 679. Residents earn $56,071 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
679 Population 127/sq mi density
$56,071 Median Income $30,956 per capita
$150,000 Home Value $157,687 Zillow
$693 Median Rent 37.9% income on rent
67°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$56,071 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $693/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,071
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.4%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent $693
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.8%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.2%
2% lower than US avg

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

People

Population679
Median Age47.6 yrs
Density127/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 82%

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,071
Per Capita$30,956
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty12.2%
County GDP$3,915M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$693
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$157,687
Rent Burden37.9%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain57.9 in/yr
Elevation316 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.4%
High School+84.2%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute25 min
Libraries4

Is Pinckard a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pinckard receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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. Pinckard offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pinckard is $56,071, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. 12.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pinckard is $150,000, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $693 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Pinckard enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Pinckard has a population of 679 with a density of 127 people per square mile. The median age is 47.6 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.3%), with 1.8% Hispanic, 8.5% Black.

Population

679
Total Population
127
People / sq mi
47.6yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
5.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Pinckard vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pinckard vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pinckard is $56,071, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Pinckard vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,071
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,956
Avg Weekly Wage$1,237
IRS Avg AGI$56,340

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.2%
2% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,130
County GDP$3,915M

Business (County)

Restaurants82
Healthcare65
Retail135
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,739
50% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.4 min
Work from Home4.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Pinckard is $150,000, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $693 (40% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $157,687.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,000
47% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$157,687
Median List Price$264,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$264,900
$/Sq Ft$160
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio97.9%
Price Drops12.5%
Inventory8

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$693
40% below US avg
Rent Burden37.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,739
50% below US avg
Effective Rate1.16%
In Pinckard, 37.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.9% report depression. 25.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.8%
18% above US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure37.0%
Asthma10.0%
COPD6.8%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.1%
Physical Inactivity25.9%
Depression25.9%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.2%
Checkup Rate77.3%
Premature Death11,939/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access38.9%
Healthcare Facilities65

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Pinckard has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

49°F Jan (10°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average66.5°F
23% above US avg
January Average49°F (10°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.9 inches
52% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation316 ft (96 m)
Area5.3 sq mi (13.8 km²)
Population Density127/sq mi
Coordinates31.3190°N, 85.5378°W
County FIPS01045
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 13.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.8%
D 23.5%

Winner: Republican by 52.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.4%
60% below US avg
High School+84.2%
School Test Score4.40
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density127/sq mi
Total Area5.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities65
Restaurants82
Retail Stores135

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.4 min
Work from Home4.0%

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