Ridgeville, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Ridgeville is a small town in Alabama with a population of 128. Residents earn $27,750 per year, which is 63% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
128 Population 156/sq mi density
$27,750 Median Income $19,746 per capita
$92,900 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$27,750 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$92,900 home value
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $27,750
63% lower than US avg
Home Value $92,900
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.8%
12% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 51.0%
59% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.0%
61% higher than US avg

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

People

Population128
Median Age33.5 yrs
Density156/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 2%
Veterans0.8%

Economy

C+
Median Income$27,750
Per Capita$19,746
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty20.0%
County GDP$4,026M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$92,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity51.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.9%
Heart Disease7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain56.8 in/yr
Elevation675 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.8%
High School+88.3%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute24 min
Broadband63.0%
Libraries11

Is Ridgeville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ridgeville receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Ridgeville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ridgeville is $27,750, 63% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. The poverty rate of 20.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ridgeville is $92,900, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

29.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Ridgeville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Ridgeville has a population of 128 with a density of 156 people per square mile. The median age is 33.5 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (64.8%), with 1.6% White, 23.4% Hispanic.

Population

128
Total Population
156
People / sq mi
33.5yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.1%
Female 46.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Ridgeville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.5%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.5%
51% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ridgeville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ridgeville is $27,750, which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Ridgeville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$27,750
63% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,746
Avg Weekly Wage$895
IRS Avg AGI$59,134

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.0%
61% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,439
County GDP$4,026M

Business (County)

Restaurants204
Healthcare294
Retail368
Manufacturing91

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,980
43% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.6 min
Drive Alone64.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Ridgeville is $92,900, 67% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$92,900
67% below US avg

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-Occupied95.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,980
43% below US avg
Effective Rate2.13%
In Ridgeville, 51.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.9% report depression. 37.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity51.0%
59% above US avg
Diabetes18.8%
Heart Disease7.4%
High Blood Pressure49.3%
Asthma10.9%
COPD8.1%
Stroke4.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.5%
Physical Inactivity37.8%
Depression20.9%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress15.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%
Checkup Rate80.6%
Premature Death14,706/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access54.7%
Healthcare Facilities294

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21

Safety Score

Ridgeville has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.9°F
15% above US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.8 inches
49% above US avg
Snowfall0.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation675 ft (206 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density156/sq mi
Coordinates34.0569°N, 86.1029°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS01055
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 29.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.7-point margin. 63.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.5%
D 21.8%

Winner: Republican by 55.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.8%
12% below US avg
High School+88.3%
School Test Score4.40
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density156/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access63.0%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities294
Restaurants204
Retail Stores368

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.6 min
Drive Alone64.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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