Repton, AL

Alabama

Repton is a small town in Alabama with a population of 274. Residents earn $41,154 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
274 Population 285/sq mi density
$41,154 Median Income $15,445 per capita
$103,800 Home Value $155,786 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$41,154 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$103,800 home value
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,154
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $103,800
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.4%
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 47.3%
47% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.5%
25% higher than US avg

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

People

Population274
Median Age38.3 yrs
Density285/mi²
Male / Female63% / 37%
Largest GroupWhite 56%

Economy

B
Median Income$41,154
Per Capita$15,445
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty15.5%
County GDP$848M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$103,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$155,786

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity47.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease7.8%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain55.3 in/yr
Elevation352 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.4%
High School+85.6%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute21 min
Broadband82.0%
Libraries1

Is Repton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Repton receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Repton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Repton is $41,154, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 15.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Repton is $103,800, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

24.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Repton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Repton has a population of 274 with a density of 285 people per square mile. The median age is 38.3 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (55.8%), with 37.6% Black.

Population

274
Total Population
285
People / sq mi
38.3yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 63.1%
Female 36.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Repton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.4%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.6%
58% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Repton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Repton is $41,154, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Repton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,154
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$15,445
Avg Weekly Wage$1,026
IRS Avg AGI$52,234

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.5%
25% above US avg
Establishments (County)488
County GDP$848M

Business (County)

Restaurants33
Healthcare30
Retail80
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,527
56% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.4 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Repton is $103,800, 63% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $155,786.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$103,800
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$155,786

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,527
56% below US avg
Effective Rate1.47%
In Repton, 47.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.3% report depression. 37.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity47.3%
47% above US avg
Diabetes17.0%
Heart Disease7.8%
High Blood Pressure47.4%
Asthma11.7%
COPD10.2%
Stroke5.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.6%
Physical Inactivity37.3%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress21.4%
Physical Distress17.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.4%
Checkup Rate79.6%
Premature Death15,785/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access42.6%
Healthcare Facilities30

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Repton has an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average67.3°F
25% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.3 inches
45% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation352 ft (107 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density285/sq mi
Coordinates31.4097°N, 87.2389°W
County FIPS01099
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 24.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.1-point margin. 82.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.3%
D 38.2%

Winner: Republican by 23.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.4%
28% below US avg
High School+85.6%
School Test Score4.40
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density285/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities30
Restaurants33
Retail Stores80

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.4 min
Work from Home0.0%

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