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Pine Ridge, AL

Alabama

Pine Ridge is a small town in Alabama with a population of 546. Residents earn $68,250 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
546 Population 411/sq mi density
$68,250 Median Income $20,294 per capita
$79,200 Home Value
$839 Median Rent 35.0% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$68,250 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$79,200 home value, $839/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,250
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $79,200
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.6%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $839
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.3%
33% lower than US avg

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

People

Population546
Median Age30.2 yrs
Density411/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans3.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,250
Per Capita$20,294
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty8.3%
County GDP$3,061M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$79,200
Rent$839
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units196
Rent Burden35.0%

Health

Obesity37.6%
Uninsured16.2%
Smoking17.3%
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain58.0 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation994 ft (303 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.6%
High School+71.8%
Graduate+2.0%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 87% / D 13%
Commute19 min
Broadband93.7%
Libraries7

Is Pine Ridge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pine Ridge receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Pine Ridge offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pine Ridge is $68,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. 8.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pine Ridge is $79,200, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $839 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Pine Ridge enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 58.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Pine Ridge has a population of 546 with a density of 411 people per square mile. The median age is 30.2 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.7%).

Population

546
Total Population
411
People / sq mi
30.2yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.6%
Female 58.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Pine Ridge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only66.1%
16% below US avg
Spanish33.9%
153% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Pine Ridge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pine Ridge is $68,250, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Pine Ridge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,250
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,294
Avg Weekly Wage$969
IRS Avg AGI$54,891

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.3%
33% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,482
County GDP$3,061M

Business (County)

Restaurants101
Healthcare134
Retail256
Manufacturing98

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,308
34% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.2 min
Drive Alone89.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Pine Ridge is $79,200, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $839 (28% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$79,200
72% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$839
28% below US avg
Rent Burden35.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.7%
Housing Units196
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,308
34% below US avg
Effective Rate2.91%
In Pine Ridge, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 16.2% of residents lack health insurance. 17.3% are current smokers. 25.7% report depression. 31.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes12.9%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure38.6%
Asthma9.7%
COPD8.2%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.3%
24% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.8%
Physical Inactivity31.2%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress15.5%
Short Sleep41.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.3%
Uninsured16.2%
88% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.0%
Dental Visits48.0%
Premature Death11,969/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access38.7%
Healthcare Facilities134
Pine Ridge has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.0 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.2°F
15% above US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall58.0 inches
53% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation994 ft (303 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density411/sq mi
Coordinates34.4479°N, 85.7838°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS01049
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 11.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 74-point margin. 93.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86.7%
D 12.7%

Winner: Republican by 74 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.6%
66% below US avg
High School+71.8%
Graduate Degree+2.0%
School Test Score4.40
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density411/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.7%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities134
Restaurants101
Retail Stores256

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.2 min
Drive Alone89.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.5%

Nearby Cities

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