Pine Level, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Pine Level is a small town in Alabama with a population of 4,228. Residents earn $99,444 per year, which is 32% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
4,228 Population 168/sq mi density
$99,444 Median Income $43,046 per capita
$225,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$99,444 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$225,500 home value
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $99,444
32% higher than US avg
Home Value $225,500
20% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.1%
52% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.6%
87% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,228
Median Age39.1 yrs
Density168/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

A+
Median Income$99,444
Per Capita$43,046
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty1.6%
County GDP$2,251M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$225,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain60.2 in/yr
Elevation527 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.1%
High School+95.1%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute30 min
Libraries4

Is Pine Level a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pine Level receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Pine Level stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pine Level is $99,444, which is significantly higher than the national average — 32% above $75,149. This places Pine Level among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pine Level is $225,500, 20% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Pine Level enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 60.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Pine Level has a population of 4,228 with a density of 168 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 (98.7%), with 1.3% Black.

Population

4,228
Total Population
168
People / sq mi
39.1yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
25.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.2%
Female 45.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Pine Level vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.7%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.3%
98% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pine Level vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pine Level is $99,444, which is 32% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Pine Level vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$99,444
32% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,046
Avg Weekly Wage$977
IRS Avg AGI$69,722

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.6%
87% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,120
County GDP$2,251M

Business (County)

Restaurants107
Healthcare100
Retail177
Manufacturing28

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,532
56% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.68%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.8 min
Work from Home2.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Pine Level is $225,500, 20% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$225,500
20% below US avg
Median List Price$226,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$226,500
$/Sq Ft$165
Homes Sold7
Sale-to-List Ratio100.1%
Price Drops16.0%
Inventory25

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-Occupied96.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,532
56% below US avg
Effective Rate0.68%
In Pine Level, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.2% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure36.0%
Asthma9.8%
COPD6.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression27.2%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.0%
Checkup Rate78.1%
Premature Death9,938/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access54.5%
Healthcare Facilities100

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Pine Level has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 60.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average62.5°F
16% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall60.2 inches
58% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation527 ft (161 m)
Area25.2 sq mi (65.2 km²)
Population Density168/sq mi
Coordinates32.5795°N, 86.4543°W
County FIPS01001
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 16.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.7%
D 26.4%

Winner: Republican by 46.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.1%
52% below US avg
High School+95.1%
School Test Score4.40
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density168/sq mi
Total Area25.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities100
Restaurants107
Retail Stores177

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.8 min
Work from Home2.8%

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