Alabama
Powell is a small town in Alabama with a population of 911. Residents earn $62,868 per year, which is 16% below the national average.
Based on current data, Powell receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates. Powell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Powell is $62,868, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
The median home value in Powell is $120,800, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $736 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
The violent crime rate of 524 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,564 per 100,000, 82% above the national average.
13.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Powell enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 98.2% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.8% |
| 87% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $62,868 |
| 16% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $21,336 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $969 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $54,891 |
| Unemployment | 1.2% |
| 67% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 6.3% |
| 49% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,482 |
| County GDP | $3,061M |
| Restaurants | 101 |
| Healthcare | 134 |
| Retail | 256 |
| Manufacturing | 98 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,308 |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.91% |
| Commute Time | 23.4 min |
| Work from Home | 0.8% |
| Census Median | $120,800 |
| 57% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $180,045 |
| Census Median Rent | $736 |
| 37% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 19.2% |
| Studio | $716 |
| 1 Bedroom | $772 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $936 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,206 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,381 |
| Owner-Occupied | 72.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,308 |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.91% |
| Obesity | 36.6% |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.7% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.3% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| COPD | 8.0% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.6% |
| Depression | 27.4% |
| Mental Distress | 19.9% |
| Physical Distress | 15.0% |
| Insurance Rate | 95.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.3% |
| Premature Death | 11,969/100K |
| Exercise Access | 38.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 134 |
| Total Violent | 524.1/100K |
| 38% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 524.1/100K |
| Total Property | 3,563.9/100K |
| 82% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,048.2/100K |
| Theft | 2,201.3/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 314.5/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 21 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 59.9°F |
| 11% above US avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 55.1 inches |
| 45% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,229 ft (375 m) |
| Area | 4.8 sq mi (12.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 190/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.5326°N, 85.8976°W |
| County FIPS | 01049 |
Winner: Republican by 74 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 13.9% |
| 59% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 75.7% |
| School Test Score | 4.40 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 190/sq mi |
| Total Area | 4.8 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 7 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 134 |
| Restaurants | 101 |
| Retail Stores | 256 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 21 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 23.4 min |
| Work from Home | 0.8% |