Pine Hill, AL

Alabama

Pine Hill is a small town in Alabama with a population of 861. Residents earn $43,359 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
861 Population 225/sq mi density
$43,359 Median Income $24,632 per capita
$115,600 Home Value
$312 Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
857 Violent Crime/100K 3,533 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$43,359 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$115,600 home value, $312/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
857 violent crimes/100K (125% above avg)
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,359
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $115,600
59% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 857/100K
125% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.9%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $312
73% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 50.6%
58% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 30.3%
144% higher than US avg

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

People

Population861
Median Age39.2 yrs
Density225/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 40%

Economy

C+
Median Income$43,359
Per Capita$24,632
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty30.3%
County GDP$473M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$115,600
Rent$312
OwnershipN/A

Crime

F
Violent857/100K
Property3,533/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault642/100K
Burglary964/100K

Health

Obesity50.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease8.1%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain57.5 in/yr
Elevation120 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.9%
High School+82.2%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 34% / D 66%
Commute21 min
Libraries3

Is Pine Hill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pine Hill receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Pine Hill has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pine Hill is $43,359, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. The poverty rate of 30.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pine Hill is $115,600, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $312 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.

Safety & Crime

With 857 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 3,533 per 100,000, 80% above the national average.

Education

9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Pine Hill enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Pine Hill has a population of 861 with a density of 225 people per square mile. The median age is 39.2 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (57.1%), with 39.6% White.

Population

861
Total Population
225
People / sq mi
39.2yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
3.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.7%
Female 53.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Pine Hill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.1%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.9%
63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pine Hill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pine Hill is $43,359, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 30.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Pine Hill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,359
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,632
Avg Weekly Wage$1,078
IRS Avg AGI$44,140

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate30.3%
144% above US avg
Establishments (County)324
County GDP$473M

Business (County)

Restaurants12
Healthcare17
Retail37
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,867
47% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.62%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.4 min
Work from Home5.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Pine Hill is $115,600, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $312 (73% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$115,600
59% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$312
73% 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-Occupied62.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,867
47% below US avg
Effective Rate1.62%
In Pine Hill, 50.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.7% report depression. 39.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Pine Hill vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity50.6%
58% above US avg
Diabetes18.2%
Heart Disease8.1%
High Blood Pressure48.7%
Asthma12.2%
COPD11.0%
Stroke5.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.2%
Physical Inactivity39.1%
Depression24.7%
Mental Distress22.3%
Physical Distress18.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.6%
Checkup Rate80.0%
Premature Death19,439/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.7/10
Exercise Access1.6%
Healthcare Facilities17
Pine Hill has a violent crime rate of 857 per 100,000 residents, 125% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,533 per 100,000 (80% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent856.5/100K
125% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape107.1/100K
Robbery107.1/100K
Assault642.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,533.2/100K
80% above US avg
Burglary963.6/100K
Theft2,355.5/100K
Vehicle Theft214.1/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Pine Hill has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average65.8°F
22% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.5 inches
51% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation120 ft (37 m)
Area3.8 sq mi (9.9 km²)
Population Density225/sq mi
Coordinates31.9859°N, 87.5875°W
County FIPS01131
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 31.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 34.1%
D 65.6%

Winner: Democrat by 31.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.9%
71% below US avg
High School+82.2%
School Test Score4.40
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density225/sq mi
Total Area3.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants12
Retail Stores37

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.4 min
Work from Home5.5%

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