Russellville, AL

Alabama

Russellville is a small city in Alabama with a population of 10,783. Residents earn $52,529 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
10,783 Population 804/sq mi density
$52,529 Median Income $24,715 per capita
$117,300 Home Value $174,035 Zillow
$716 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
367 Violent Crime/100K 4,236 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$52,529 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$117,300 home value, $716/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
367 violent crimes/100K (3% below avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,529
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $117,300
58% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 367/100K
3% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.5%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent $716
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.0%
40% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.2%
10% lower than US avg

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

People

Population10,783
Median Age33.9 yrs
Density804/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 50%

Economy

B+
Median Income$52,529
Per Capita$24,715
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty11.2%
County GDP$1,337M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$117,300
Rent$716
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$174,035

Crime

F
Violent367/100K
Property4,236/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault245/100K
Burglary868/100K

Health

Obesity45.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease7.8%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain56.7 in/yr
Elevation751 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.5%
High School+70.7%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 13%
Commute27 min
Libraries2

Is Russellville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Russellville receives an overall livability score of 3.0 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. Russellville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Russellville is $52,529, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. 11.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Russellville is $117,300, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $716 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Russellville is below the national average at 367 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,236 per 100,000, 116% above the national average.

Education

14.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 70.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Russellville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Russellville has a population of 10,783 with a density of 804 people per square mile. The median age is 33.9 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (50.4%), with 2.6% Hispanic, 9.4% Black.

Population

10,783
Total Population
804
People / sq mi
33.9yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
13.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Russellville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only64.2%
18% below US avg
Spanish35.8%
167% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Russellville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Russellville is $52,529, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Russellville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,529
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,715
Avg Weekly Wage$928
IRS Avg AGI$54,782

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.2%
10% below US avg
Establishments (County)691
County GDP$1,337M

Business (County)

Restaurants48
Healthcare49
Retail99
Manufacturing43

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,544
56% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.5 min
Work from Home1.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Russellville is $117,300, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $716 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $174,035.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$117,300
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$174,035

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$716
38% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,544
56% below US avg
Effective Rate1.32%
In Russellville, 45.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.1% report depression. 37.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.0%
40% above US avg
Diabetes16.2%
Heart Disease7.8%
High Blood Pressure42.0%
Asthma10.2%
COPD10.1%
Stroke4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.8%
Physical Inactivity37.8%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress17.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.2%
Checkup Rate76.4%
Premature Death13,059/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access56.9%
Healthcare Facilities49
Russellville has a violent crime rate of 367 per 100,000 residents, 3% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,236 per 100,000 (116% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent367.4/100K
3% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape61.2/100K
Robbery61.2/100K
Assault245.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property4,235.6/100K
116% above US avg
Burglary867.5/100K
Theft3,184.3/100K
Vehicle Theft183.7/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Russellville has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.4°F
14% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.7 inches
49% above US avg
Snowfall0.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation751 ft (229 m)
Area13.4 sq mi (34.7 km²)
Population Density804/sq mi
Coordinates34.5057°N, 87.7281°W
County FIPS01059
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 14.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 73.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86.3%
D 13%

Winner: Republican by 73.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.5%
57% below US avg
High School+70.7%
School Test Score4.40
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density804/sq mi
Total Area13.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities49
Restaurants48
Retail Stores99

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.5 min
Work from Home1.7%

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