Riverview, AL

Alabama

Riverview is a small town in Alabama with a population of 249. Residents earn $37,404 per year, which is 50% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
249 Population 172/sq mi density
$37,404 Median Income $16,485 per capita
$120,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$37,404 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$120,500 home value
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $37,404
50% lower than US avg
Home Value $120,500
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.8%
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.2%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.3%
33% lower than US avg

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

People

Population249
Median Age37.1 yrs
Density172/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B+
Median Income$37,404
Per Capita$16,485
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.3%
County GDP$1,686M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$120,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.5%
Heart Disease7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain65.3 in/yr
Elevation70 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.8%
High School+81.8%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 27%
Commute25 min
Broadband61.0%
Libraries4

Is Riverview a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Riverview receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Riverview offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Riverview is $37,404, 50% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Riverview is $120,500, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

16.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Riverview enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 65.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Riverview has a population of 249 with a density of 172 people per square mile. The median age is 37.1 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.6%).

Population

249
Total Population
172
People / sq mi
37.1yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.2%
Female 47.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Riverview vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Riverview vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Riverview is $37,404, which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Riverview vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$37,404
50% below US avg
Per Capita Income$16,485
Avg Weekly Wage$988
IRS Avg AGI$54,784

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.3%
33% below US avg
Establishments (County)934
County GDP$1,686M

Business (County)

Restaurants76
Healthcare67
Retail159
Manufacturing41

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,823
48% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.51%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.2 min
Work from Home11.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Riverview is $120,500, 57% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$120,500
57% 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-Occupied88.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,823
48% below US avg
Effective Rate1.51%
In Riverview, 40.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.5% report depression. 32.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.2%
25% above US avg
Diabetes13.2%
Heart Disease7.7%
High Blood Pressure39.7%
Asthma11.2%
COPD10.5%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity32.5%
Depression28.5%
Mental Distress22.0%
Physical Distress17.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.2%
Checkup Rate76.3%
Premature Death15,045/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access38.7%
Healthcare Facilities67

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Riverview has an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 65.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

51°F Jan (11°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average67.3°F
25% above US avg
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall65.3 inches
72% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation70 ft (21 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density172/sq mi
Coordinates31.0613°N, 87.0775°W
County FIPS01053
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 16.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.4-point margin. 61.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.9%
D 26.6%

Winner: Republican by 46.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.8%
50% below US avg
High School+81.8%
School Test Score4.40
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density172/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access61.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities67
Restaurants76
Retail Stores159

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.2 min
Work from Home11.9%

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