Alabama · Metropolitan Area
Ragland is a small town in Alabama with a population of 1,601. Residents earn $37,679 per year, which is 50% below the national average.
Based on current data, Ragland receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Ragland has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Ragland is $37,679, 50% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 29.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
The median home value in Ragland is $110,800, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $508 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Ragland is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 59 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,005 per 100,000, 49% below the national average.
7.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Ragland enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 97.8% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 2.2% |
| 84% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $37,679 |
| 50% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $22,307 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $989 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $70,231 |
| Unemployment | 5.3% |
| 47% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 29.6% |
| 139% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,943 |
| County GDP | $3,156M |
| Restaurants | 131 |
| Healthcare | 126 |
| Retail | 252 |
| Manufacturing | 74 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,666 |
| 52% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.50% |
| Commute Time | 30.8 min |
| Work from Home | 0.6% |
| Census Median | $110,800 |
| 61% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $165,653 |
| $/Sq Ft | $113 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.5% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 1 |
| Census Median Rent | $508 |
| 56% below US avg |
| Studio | $716 |
| 1 Bedroom | $772 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $936 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,206 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,381 |
| Owner-Occupied | 73.2% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,666 |
| 52% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.50% |
| Obesity | 44.7% |
| 39% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 14.5% |
| Heart Disease | 7.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 42.6% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 10.5% |
| Stroke | 4.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 34.9% |
| Depression | 28.7% |
| Mental Distress | 22.0% |
| Physical Distress | 17.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 88.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.4% |
| Premature Death | 11,878/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 49.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 126 |
| Total Violent | 59.1/100K |
| 84% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 59.1/100K |
| Total Property | 1,005.3/100K |
| 49% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 414.0/100K |
| Theft | 532.2/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 59.1/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 25 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 62.3°F |
| 15% above US avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 52.2 inches |
| 37% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 524 ft (160 m) |
| Area | 16.8 sq mi (43.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 95/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.7483°N, 86.1359°W |
| County FIPS | 01115 |
Winner: Republican by 64.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 7.5% |
| 78% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 86.7% |
| School Test Score | 4.40 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 95/sq mi |
| Total Area | 16.8 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 7 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 126 |
| Restaurants | 131 |
| Retail Stores | 252 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 25 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 30.8 min |
| Work from Home | 0.6% |