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Ranburne, AL

Alabama

Ranburne is a small town in Alabama with a population of 524. Residents earn $73,750 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
524 Population 330/sq mi density
$73,750 Median Income $41,004 per capita
$229,800 Home Value $239,454 Zillow
$910 Median Rent 18.1% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$73,750 median income, 0.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$229,800 home value, $910/mo rent
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
29.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,750
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $229,800
18% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.1%
14% lower than US avg
Median Rent $910
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.3%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.2%
94% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.4%
40% lower than US avg

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

People

Population524
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density330/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans6.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$73,750
Per Capita$41,004
Unemployment0.2%
Poverty7.4%
County GDP$464M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$229,800
Rent$910
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$239,454
Housing Units218
Rent Burden18.1%

Health

Obesity35.3%
Uninsured9.4%
Smoking16.2%
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain53.5 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation1,034 ft (315 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.1%
High School+89.8%
Graduate+13.0%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 92% / D 8%
Commute32 min
Broadband81.4%
Libraries3

Is Ranburne a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ranburne receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Ranburne stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ranburne is $73,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.2%. Only 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ranburne is $229,800, 18% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $910 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

29.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Ranburne enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 53.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Ranburne has a population of 524 with a density of 330 people per square mile. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.1%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

524
Total Population
330
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Ranburne vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.8%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.2%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ranburne vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ranburne is $73,750, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Ranburne vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,750
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,004
Avg Weekly Wage$1,054
IRS Avg AGI$62,918

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.2%
94% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.4%
40% below US avg
Establishments (County)289
County GDP$464M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare12
Retail46
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,005
43% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.3 min
Drive Alone87.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Ranburne is $229,800, 18% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $910 (22% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $239,454.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$229,800
18% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$239,454

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$910
22% below US avg
Rent Burden18.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.9%
Housing Units218
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,005
43% below US avg
Effective Rate0.87%
In Ranburne, 35.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.4% of residents lack health insurance. 16.2% are current smokers. 27.1% report depression. 26.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.3%
10% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure35.0%
Asthma10.2%
COPD7.2%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.2%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity26.0%
Depression27.1%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress13.6%
Short Sleep37.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.6%
Uninsured9.4%
9% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.4%
Dental Visits57.9%
Premature Death12,586/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access42.4%
Healthcare Facilities12
Ranburne has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.5 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.3°F
14% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.5 inches
41% above US avg
Snowfall0.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,034 ft (315 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density330/sq mi
Coordinates33.5259°N, 85.3390°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS01029
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 29.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 83.6-point margin. 81.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 91.5%
D 7.9%

Winner: Republican by 83.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.1%
14% below US avg
High School+89.8%
Graduate Degree+13.0%
School Test Score4.40
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density330/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.4%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities12
Restaurants10
Retail Stores46

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.3 min
Drive Alone87.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.9%

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