Pollard, AL

Alabama

Pollard is a small town in Alabama with a population of 111. Residents earn $73,500 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
111 Population 100/sq mi density
$73,500 Median Income $24,260 per capita
$90,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$73,500 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,000 home value
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,500
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $90,000
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.6%
60% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.4%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 32.0%
158% higher than US avg

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

People

Population111
Median Age35.3 yrs
Density100/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 67%
Veterans72.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$73,500
Per Capita$24,260
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty32.0%
County GDP$1,686M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease7.8%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain65.3 in/yr
Elevation59 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.6%
High School+90.9%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 27%
Commute22 min
Broadband36.0%
Libraries4

Is Pollard a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pollard receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Pollard offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pollard is $73,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 32.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pollard is $90,000, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Pollard enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 65.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Pollard has a population of 111 with a density of 100 people per square mile. The median age is 35.3 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (66.7%), with 4.5% Hispanic, 22.5% Black.

Population

111
Total Population
100
People / sq mi
35.3yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.3%
Female 47.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Pollard vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.2%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.8%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pollard vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pollard is $73,500, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 32.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Pollard vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,500
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,260
Avg Weekly Wage$988
IRS Avg AGI$54,784

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate32.0%
158% above US avg
Establishments (County)934
County GDP$1,686M

Business (County)

Restaurants76
Healthcare67
Retail159
Manufacturing41

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,823
48% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.2 min
Drive Alone81.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Pollard is $90,000, 68% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,000
68% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

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-Occupied72.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,823
48% below US avg
Effective Rate2.03%
In Pollard, 43.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.8% report depression. 35.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.4%
35% above US avg
Diabetes15.6%
Heart Disease7.8%
High Blood Pressure43.4%
Asthma10.9%
COPD10.3%
Stroke4.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.7%
Physical Inactivity35.1%
Depression25.8%
Mental Distress21.4%
Physical Distress17.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate70.9%
Checkup Rate77.4%
Premature Death15,045/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access38.7%
Healthcare Facilities67

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Pollard has an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 65.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

51°F Jan (11°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average67.3°F
25% above US avg
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall65.3 inches
72% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density100/sq mi
Coordinates31.0239°N, 87.1730°W
County FIPS01053
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 13.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.4-point margin. 36.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.9%
D 26.6%

Winner: Republican by 46.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.6%
60% below US avg
High School+90.9%
School Test Score4.40
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density100/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access36.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities67
Restaurants76
Retail Stores159

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.2 min
Drive Alone81.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.3%

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