Prattville, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Prattville is a mid-size city in Alabama with a population of 38,850. Residents earn $79,396 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
38,850 Population 1,087/sq mi density
$79,396 Median Income $39,203 per capita
$208,500 Home Value $260,250 Zillow
$1,250 Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
228 Violent Crime/100K 3,586 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$79,396 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$208,500 home value, $1,250/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
228 violent crimes/100K (40% below avg)
B+
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,396
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $208,500
26% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 228/100K
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.0%
10% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,250
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.5%
40% lower than US avg

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

People

Population38,850
Median Age38.0 yrs
Density1,087/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 70%

Economy

A+
Median Income$79,396
Per Capita$39,203
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty7.5%
County GDP$2,251M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$208,500
Rent$1,250
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$260,250

Crime

F
Violent228/100K
Property3,586/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault104/100K
Burglary639/100K

Health

Obesity38.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain51.2 in/yr
Elevation331 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+37.0%
High School+92.1%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute22 min
EV Stations11
Libraries4

Is Prattville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Prattville receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Prattville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Prattville is $79,396, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Prattville is $208,500, 26% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,250 per month. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Prattville is below the national average at 228 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,586 per 100,000, 83% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Prattville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Prattville has a population of 38,850 with a density of 1,087 people per square mile. The median age is 38.0 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (69.8%), with 21.8% Black.

Population

38,850
Total Population
1,087
People / sq mi
38.0yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
35.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.7%
Female 52.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Prattville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.5%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.5%
59% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Prattville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Prattville is $79,396, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Prattville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,396
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,203
Avg Weekly Wage$977
IRS Avg AGI$69,722

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.5%
40% 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 Rate0.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.2 min
Work from Home6.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Prattville is $208,500, 26% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,250 (7% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $260,250.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$208,500
26% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$260,250
Median List Price$295,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$295,000
$/Sq Ft$150
Homes Sold31
Sale-to-List Ratio99.4%
Price Drops11.3%
Inventory124

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,250
7% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,850

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,532
56% below US avg
Effective Rate0.73%
In Prattville, 38.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.4% report depression. 24.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.2%
19% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure37.0%
Asthma10.0%
COPD6.0%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity24.4%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress12.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.7%
Checkup Rate79.6%
Premature Death9,938/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access54.5%
Healthcare Facilities100
Prattville has a violent crime rate of 228 per 100,000 residents, 40% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,586 per 100,000 (83% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent228.0/100K
40% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape31.0/100K
Robbery92.9/100K
Assault104.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,585.7/100K
83% above US avg
Burglary638.9/100K
Theft2,696.3/100K
Vehicle Theft250.5/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Prattville has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average66.4°F
23% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.2 inches
35% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation331 ft (101 m)
Area35.7 sq mi (92.5 km²)
Population Density1,087/sq mi
Coordinates32.4490°N, 86.4494°W
County FIPS01001
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 37.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% above 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+37.0%
10% above US avg
High School+92.1%
School Test Score4.40
B+ Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,087/sq mi
Total Area35.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations11
Alt Fuel Stations13
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities100
Restaurants107
Retail Stores177

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.2 min
Work from Home6.7%

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