Red Level, AL

Alabama

Red Level is a small town in Alabama with a population of 560. Residents earn $39,750 per year, which is 47% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
560 Population 292/sq mi density
$39,750 Median Income $24,361 per capita
$100,000 Home Value $151,423 Zillow
$658 Median Rent 29.7% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature 313 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$39,750 median income, 9.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$100,000 home value, $658/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
8.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,750
47% lower than US avg
Home Value $100,000
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.0%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $658
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.6%
167% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.4%
32% higher than US avg

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

People

Population560
Median Age38.5 yrs
Density292/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans3.5%

Economy

C
Median Income$39,750
Per Capita$24,361
Unemployment9.6%
Poverty16.4%
County GDP$1,662M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$100,000
Rent$658
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$151,423
Housing Units204
Rent Burden29.7%

Health

Obesity38.2%
Uninsured11.0%
Smoking19.8%
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain60.3 in/yr
Sunny Days313/yr
Elevation343 ft (105 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.0%
High School+86.4%
Graduate+4.7%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 14%
Commute27 min
Broadband79.5%
Libraries3

Is Red Level a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Red Level receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Red Level has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Red Level is $39,750, 47% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.6%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 16.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Red Level is $100,000, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $658 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Red Level enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 313 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 60.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Red Level has a population of 560 with a density of 292 people per square mile. The median age is 38.5 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.7%), with 3.6% Hispanic, 7.7% Black.

Population

560
Total Population
292
People / sq mi
38.5yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Red Level vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Red Level vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Red Level is $39,750, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Red Level vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,750
47% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,361
Avg Weekly Wage$919
IRS Avg AGI$60,353

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.6%
167% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.4%
32% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,134
County GDP$1,662M

Business (County)

Restaurants67
Healthcare98
Retail179
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,838
47% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.8 min
Drive Alone80.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Red Level is $100,000, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $658 (43% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $151,423.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$100,000
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$151,423

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$658
43% below US avg
Rent Burden29.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.0%
Housing Units204
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,838
47% below US avg
Effective Rate1.84%
In Red Level, 38.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.0% of residents lack health insurance. 19.8% are current smokers. 26.6% report depression. 30.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Red Level vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.2%
19% above US avg
Diabetes12.7%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure39.6%
Asthma10.3%
COPD8.8%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.8%
41% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.6%
Physical Inactivity30.8%
Depression26.6%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress15.3%
Short Sleep37.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.6%
Uninsured11.0%
28% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.9%
Dental Visits49.7%
Premature Death14,664/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access57.9%
Healthcare Facilities98
Red Level has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 60.3 inches. The area enjoys 313 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average64.9°F
20% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days313 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall60.3 inches
59% above US avg
Snowfall0.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation343 ft (105 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (5.0 km²)
Population Density292/sq mi
Coordinates31.4067°N, 86.6062°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS01039
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 8.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 72.4-point margin. 79.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86%
D 13.6%

Winner: Republican by 72.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.0%
76% below US avg
High School+86.4%
Graduate Degree+4.7%
School Test Score4.40
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density292/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.5%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities98
Restaurants67
Retail Stores179

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.8 min
Drive Alone80.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

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