Sand Rock, AL

Alabama

Sand Rock is a small town in Alabama with a population of 815. Residents earn $81,750 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
815 Population 161/sq mi density
$81,750 Median Income $37,008 per capita
$201,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$81,750 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$201,300 home value
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,750
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $201,300
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.8%
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.6%
71% lower than US avg

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

People

Population815
Median Age40.8 yrs
Density161/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A+
Median Income$81,750
Per Capita$37,008
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty3.6%
County GDP$797M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$201,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.6%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain57.1 in/yr
Elevation858 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.8%
High School+89.2%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 87% / D 12%
Commute30 min
Libraries1

Is Sand Rock a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sand Rock receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Sand Rock stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sand Rock is $81,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sand Rock is $201,300, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Sand Rock enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Sand Rock has a population of 815 with a density of 161 people per square mile. The median age is 40.8 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.1%), with 2.7% Hispanic.

Population

815
Total Population
161
People / sq mi
40.8yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
5.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.8%
Female 44.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Sand Rock vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.8%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.2%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sand Rock vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sand Rock is $81,750, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Sand Rock vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,750
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,008
Avg Weekly Wage$859
IRS Avg AGI$58,738

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.6%
71% below US avg
Establishments (County)498
County GDP$797M

Business (County)

Restaurants38
Healthcare60
Retail70
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,172
38% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.08%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.5 min
Work from Home1.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Sand Rock is $201,300, 29% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$201,300
29% 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-Occupied98.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,172
38% below US avg
Effective Rate1.08%
In Sand Rock, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.6% report depression. 29.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Sand Rock vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.0%
25% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure38.1%
Asthma10.2%
COPD8.7%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity29.1%
Depression27.6%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress15.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.0%
Checkup Rate76.2%
Premature Death12,681/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access30.0%
Healthcare Facilities60

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Sand Rock has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.7°F
11% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.1 inches
50% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation858 ft (262 m)
Area5.1 sq mi (13.1 km²)
Population Density161/sq mi
Coordinates34.2312°N, 85.7704°W
County FIPS01019
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 75.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 87.5%
D 12%

Winner: Republican by 75.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.8%
41% below US avg
High School+89.2%
School Test Score4.40
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density161/sq mi
Total Area5.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities60
Restaurants38
Retail Stores70

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.5 min
Work from Home1.2%

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