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Sanford, AL

Alabama · Covington County

Sanford is a small town in Alabama with a population of 228. Residents earn $28,393 per year, which is 62% below the national average.

2.1 /5.0
C Fair
228 Population 55/sq mi density
$28,393 Median Income $16,636 per capita
$162,500 Home Value $166,314 Zillow
$679 Median Rent 38.3% income on rent
69°F Avg Temperature 306 sunny days/yr
328 Violent Crime/100K 1,806 property/100K
C
Overall
2.1 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$28,393 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$162,500 home value, $679/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
328 violent crimes/100K (14% below avg)
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $28,393
62% lower than US avg
Home Value $162,500
42% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 328/100K
14% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.2%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $679
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.5%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 44.7%
260% higher than US avg

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

People

Population228
Median Age45.5 yrs
Density55/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans13.9%

Economy

C
Median Income$28,393
Per Capita$16,636
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty44.7%
County GDP$1,662M
Commute18 min

Housing

B
Home Value$162,500
Rent$679
Ownership66.3%
Zillow$166,314
Housing Units112
Rent Burden38.3%

Crime

F
Violent328/100K
Property1,806/100K

Health

Obesity34.5%
Uninsured9.7%
Smoking16.1%
Depression25.3%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (20°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain59.1 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation296 ft (90 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.2%
High School+78.5%
Graduate+4.0%
School Score4.95

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 14%
Commute18 min
Broadband83.0%
EV Stations3
Libraries3

Is Sanford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sanford receives an overall livability score of 2.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Sanford has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sanford is $28,393, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 44.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sanford is $162,500, 42% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $679 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Sanford is below the national average at 328 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,806 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

8.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5/10.

Climate & Weather

Sanford enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 306 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 59.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Sanford has a population of 228 with a density of 55 people per square mile, spread across 4.2 square miles. The median age is 45.5 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 45.6% female and 54.4% male. The city is predominantly White (96.9%), with 3.1% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 90.4% of residents, while 9.6% speak Spanish. 13.9% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 21.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.4% have health insurance coverage.

Population

228
Total Population
55
People / sq mi
45.5yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
4.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.4%
Female 45.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Sanford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.4%
15% above US avg
Spanish 9.6%
28% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sanford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sanford is $28,393, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $16,636 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $919, 36% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 44.7% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,134 business establishments, including 67 restaurants. The cost of living index is 88.8, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Sanford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,393
62% below US avg
Per Capita Income$16,636
Avg Weekly Wage$919
IRS Avg AGI$60,353
Gini Index0.491 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate44.7%
260% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,134
County GDP$1,662M

Business (County)

Restaurants67
Healthcare98
Retail179
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,838
47% below US avg
Cost of Living88.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.0 min
Drive Alone97.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Sanford is $162,500, 42% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $166,314. Monthly rent averages $679 (42% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $772 for a one-bedroom to $936 for a two-bedroom apartment. 66.3% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 112 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1985. The average annual property tax is $1,838 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 38.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$162,500
42% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$166,314

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$679
42% below US avg
Rent Burden38.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.3%
Owner-Occupied66.3%
Renter-Occupied33.7%
Housing Units112
Median Year Built1985

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,838
47% below US avg
Effective Rate1.13%
In Sanford, 34.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.8% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.1% of residents. 36.5% have high blood pressure. 16.1% are current smokers. 17.3% report binge drinking. 24.9% are physically inactive. 25.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.6% experience frequent mental distress. 9.7% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,085. The dentist ratio is 1:2,686. 57.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.7 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.5%
7% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure36.5%
Asthma9.7%
COPD7.0%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.1%
15% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity24.9%
Depression25.3%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress13.3%
Short Sleep35.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.4%
Uninsured9.7%
13% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,085
Dentists1:2,686
Mental Health1:1,265
Checkup Rate76.3%
Dental Visits56.3%
Premature Death14,664/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access57.9%
Healthcare Facilities98
Sanford has a violent crime rate of 328 per 100,000 residents, 14% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,806 per 100,000, 8% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 7 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Sanford receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent328.4/100K
14% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property1,806.2/100K
8% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Sanford enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 306 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 59.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 296 feet.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average68.8°F
27% above US avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Geography

Elevation296 ft (90 m)
Area4.2 sq mi (10.9 km²)
Population Density55/sq mi
Coordinates31.2988°N, 86.3988°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyCovington County County
Nearest AirportDothan Regional (DHN)
56 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 59.1"
56% above US avg
Wettest Month (Mar) 6.50"
Driest Month (Oct) 3.11"

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score82.4 / 100
Social Vulnerability86.7 / 100
Community Resilience40.4 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Relatively High
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

13 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.6 on Apr 12, 2019.

Oct 24, 1997 15 km NNW of Flomaton, Alabama M4.8 92 km
Oct 26, 1997 11 km NNW of Flomaton, Alabama M3.7 89 km
Sep 30, 2003 10 km NNW of Atmore, Alabama M3.3 109 km
May 4, 1997 9 km ESE of Atmore, Alabama M3.1 101 km
Mar 11, 2019 4 km N of Flomaton, Alabama M3.1 88 km
Apr 11, 2019 6 km NNW of Pollard, Alabama M3.1 80 km
Oct 28, 1997 11 km NNW of Flomaton, Alabama M3.0 89 km
Sep 25, 2003 14 km N of Atmore, Alabama M2.9 108 km
Mar 7, 2019 2 km NW of Jay, Florida M2.8 82 km
Mar 24, 2019 2 km ESE of Century, Florida M2.7 88 km
Apr 12, 2019 13 km NW of Flomaton, Alabama M2.6 92 km
Sep 5, 2000 1 km ENE of Monroeville, Alabama M2.5 90 km
Apr 11, 2019 8 km NW of Pollard, Alabama M2.5 83 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

16 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Helene (2024, Cat 4).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Helene Category 4 282 km
2020 Sally Category 2 110 km
2020 Zeta Category 1 238 km
2018 Michael Category 5 147 km
2017 Nate Category 1 268 km
2016 Hermine Category 1 255 km
2005 Dennis Category 4 102 km
2005 Katrina Category 1 292 km
2004 Ivan Category 3 124 km
1998 Earl Category 2 149 km
1998 Georges Category 2 251 km
1997 Danny Category 1 175 km
1995 Opal Category 3 51 km
1995 Erin Category 2 131 km
1985 Elena Category 3 198 km
1985 Kate Category 2 173 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

584 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 23 fatalities, 528 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Mar 1, 2007 EF4 46 km 9
Apr 23, 1971 EF4 88 km 0
Apr 18, 1969 EF4 63 km 2
Nov 25, 1986 EF3 45 km 0
May 16, 1983 EF3 45 km 0
Dec 19, 1974 EF3 68 km 0
Dec 19, 1974 EF3 81 km 0
Dec 30, 1973 EF3 73 km 0
Dec 29, 1973 EF3 48 km 0
Dec 29, 1973 EF3 100 km 0
Sep 17, 1971 EF3 26 km 0
Mar 3, 1971 EF3 72 km 0
Mar 2, 1971 EF3 59 km 0
Dec 10, 1967 EF3 80 km 0
Dec 10, 1961 EF3 65 km 0
May 3, 1956 EF3 36 km 0
May 10, 2024 EF2 78 km 0
May 10, 2024 EF2 80 km 0
Jan 9, 2024 EF2 92 km 1
Jan 22, 2023 EF2 99 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (10,557 ac, 2006).

Year Name Acres Distance
2006 UNNAMED 10,557 99 km
2006 UNNAMED 9,706 65 km
2013 UNNAMED 9,046 25 km
2008 UNNAMED 7,660 80 km
2010 UNNAMED 5,692 67 km
2007 UNNAMED 5,616 68 km
2013 LOW KEY 5,554 98 km
2013 UNNAMED 5,525 46 km
2012 UNNAMED 4,627 57 km
2009 UNNAMED 4,577 53 km
2007 UNNAMED 4,523 54 km
2011 UNNAMED 4,486 76 km
2008 UNNAMED 4,397 54 km
2010 UNNAMED 4,235 64 km
2012 UNNAMED 4,231 77 km
2008 UNNAMED 4,200 86 km
2009 UNNAMED 4,141 75 km
2010 UNNAMED 4,119 76 km
1998 UNNAMED 4,106 100 km
2011 UNNAMED 4,032 68 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 52°F (11°C) 5.2 in
February 51°F (11°C) 5.6 in
March 58°F (15°C) 6.5 in Wettest
April 64°F (18°C) 4.2 in
May 72°F (22°C) 4.5 in
June 78°F (25°C) 5.3 in
July 84°F (29°C) 6.0 in Warmest
August 80°F (27°C) 5.2 in
September 76°F (24°C) 4.4 in
October 66°F (19°C) 3.1 in Driest
November 57°F (14°C) 4.1 in
December 51°F (10°C) 5.1 in Coldest

Sanford has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 51°F in December to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 59.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.5") and October the driest (3.1").

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Sanford is located in Covington County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 8.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 76% below the national average of 33.7%. 78.5% have completed high school. 4.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 86% of the vote, a 72.4-point margin. 83.0% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 3 EV charging stations. There are 3 public libraries serving the community. 98 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 97.2% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86%
D 13.6%

Winner: Republican by 72.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.2%
76% below US avg
High School+78.5%
Graduate Degree+4.0%
School Test Score4.95
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density55/sq mi
Total Area4.2 sq mi
CountyCovington County County

Services

Broadband Access83.0%
Avg Download Speed83.9 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed5.8 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities98
Restaurants67
Retail Stores179

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.0 min
Drive Alone97.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%
Average costs for common services in Sanford. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $222 ($133–$355)
Specialist Visit $311 ($178–$488)
Urgent Care Visit $178 ($89–$311)
Emergency Room Visit $1,954 ($710–$4,440)
Dental Cleaning $115 ($67–$178)
Dental Filling $222 ($133–$355)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $40 ($22–$67)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $67 ($44–$107)
Brake Pad Replacement $266 ($133–$444)
Tire Rotation $36 ($18–$67)
New Tires (Set of 4) $533 ($355–$888)
Battery Replacement $178 ($89–$311)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $89 ($53–$133)
Electrician (Per Hour) $80 ($44–$124)
HVAC Repair $355 ($133–$710)
HVAC System Install $6,216 ($3,552–$10,656)
Roof Repair $888 ($355–$1,776)
Roof Replacement $7,992 ($4,884–$13,320)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,332 ($444–$3,108)
Divorce (Contested) $13,320 ($4,440–$26,640)
DUI Defense $4,440 ($1,776–$8,880)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,332 ($710–$2,664)
Will Preparation $444 ($178–$888)
Trust Preparation $2,220 ($888–$4,440)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $22 ($13–$40)
Women's Haircut $49 ($27–$89)
Hair Coloring (Full) $133 ($67–$222)
Manicure $22 ($13–$40)
Pedicure $36 ($22–$58)
Massage (1 Hour) $71 ($44–$115)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.64 ($2.66–$4.88)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.11 ($2.22–$4.44)
Loaf of Bread $3.37 ($2.22–$4.88)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.00 ($2.66–$5.77)
Ground Beef (per lb) $4.88 ($3.55–$6.66)
Rice (per lb) $0.89 ($0.53–$1.60)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $124 ($71–$222)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $62 ($27–$133)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $62 ($36–$107)
Internet (Monthly) $62 ($36–$89)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $58 ($27–$89)
Cable TV (Monthly) $75 ($44–$133)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $178 ($67–$444)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,776 ($1,066–$3,108)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $62 ($27–$115)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $13 ($7.10–$22)
Car Registration (Annual) $89 ($27–$222)
Driver's License Renewal $27 ($13–$67)
View all 8 services

Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,066 ($533–$2,220)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $888 ($444–$1,776)
After-School Care (Monthly) $355 ($178–$622)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $44 ($22–$89)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $888 ($355–$2,220)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,100 ($4,440–$26,640)
View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $53 ($27–$89)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $89 ($44–$178)
Dog Grooming $53 ($27–$89)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $36 ($18–$67)
Dog Spay/Neuter $266 ($133–$444)
Cat Spay/Neuter $178 ($89–$355)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$631
Toddler$601
Preschool$541
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$588
Toddler$562
Preschool$562
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Covington County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 1,891 204 $33,442 1.56
Health Care & Social Assistance 1,877 197 $44,999 1.08
Manufacturing 1,662 49 $53,653 1.66
Accommodation & Food Services 1,053 82 $18,168 0.95
Utilities 609 8 $102,551 13.16
Construction 559 93 $55,738 0.87
Wholesale Trade 496 35 $55,706 1.03
Administrative & Waste Services 404 41 $39,794 0.56
Finance & Insurance 346 64 $69,384 0.70
Transportation & Warehousing 310 36 $57,965 0.60
Other Services 266 64 $42,817 0.73
Professional & Technical Services 247 84 $62,110 0.29
Real Estate 82 35 $40,330 0.43
Arts & Entertainment 61 7 $23,922 0.30
Information & Technology 55 17 $46,954 0.24
Educational Services 15 5 $36,980 0.06
Management of Companies 14 4 $57,325 0.07

Radio Stations near Sanford

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

National Parks Near Sanford

15 national parks and monuments found near Sanford.

ParkTypeFee
Blackwater River State Park State Park Free
Blue Springs State Park State Park Free
Deer Lake State Park State Park Free
Eden Gardens State Park State Park Free
Falling Waters State Park State Park Free
Florala State Park State Park Free
Frank Jackson State Park State Park Free
Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park State Park Free
Grayton Beach State Park State Park Free
Gulf Islands National Seashore National Seashore $25
Henderson Beach State Park State Park Free
Mayo Park State Park Free
Ponce de Leon Springs State Park State Park Free
Roland Cooper State Park State Park Free
Selma To Montgomery National Historic Trail National Historic Trail Free

Trails Near Sanford

4 trails found near Sanford.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
CONECUH NORTH SHORE LOOP TRAIL 13.3 NATIVE MATERIAL
CONECUH TRAIL 5.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CONECUH SOUTH LOOP TRAIL 3.9 NATIVE MATERIAL
CONECUH LAKE SHORE LOOP TRAIL 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL

Museums in Sanford

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
COVINGTON HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3342220674
LBWCC ART GALLERYART MUSEUM
THREE NOTCH MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3342220674

Libraries in Sanford

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
ANDALUSIA PUBLIC LIBRARY212 SOUTH THREE NOTCH STREET0.026,104
OPP PUBLIC LIBRARY1604 NORTH MAIN STREET0.016,148

Farmers Markets in Sanford

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Opp Farmers MarketHighway 331

Hotels in Sanford

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Holiday Inn Express & Suites

Cell Towers in Sanford

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
4709 US Hwy 84 (108426)GTOWER129
(Andalusia site)21 East Three Notch (AL20028-A)TOWER128
(Hacoda) 2AL60103 202 Debice RdTOWER110
(Pigeon Creek) 35752 Buster Merrill RdTOWER106
239 KENNEDY ROADTOWER106
14969 BRASWELL ROAD (108401)GTOWER79
(Libertyville site) 14969 Braswell RoadTOWER79
107 Sanders RoadTOWER76
4102 State Highway 54 (108384)GTOWER65
202 LARK STREETTOWER61

Bridges in Sanford

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20053604,615G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20053604,615G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19821704,150G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20042104,150G
CulvertConcrete200225300G
CulvertConcrete196325280F
Channel BeamConcrete199968260F
CulvertConcrete196421250F
Channel BeamConcrete193776140F
CulvertConcrete195921100F
Channel BeamConcrete20003450F

Superfund Sites Near Sanford

3 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
MCWILLIAMS POWER PLANTHWY 29 NCOVINGTON
MCWILLIAMS POWER PLANTHWY 29 NCOVINGTON
MCWILLIAMS POWER PLANTHWY 29 NCOVINGTON

Airports Near Sanford

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bob Sikes AirportCEWMedium Airport
Cairns AAF (Fort Rucker) Air FieldOZRMedium Airport
Duke FieldEGIMedium Airport
South Alabama Regional At Bill Benton Field AirportMedium Airport
Troy Municipal Airport at N Kenneth Campbell FieldTOIMedium Airport
Whiting Field Naval Air Station - NorthNSEMedium Airport
Whiting Field Naval Air Station South AirportMedium Airport
Area 18 Landing StripSmall Airport
Benedick AirportSmall Airport
Blackwater AirfieldSmall Airport
Breezy Knoll AirportSmall Airport
Brewton Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Brundidge Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Carl Folsom AirportSmall Airport
Defuniak Springs AirportSmall Airport
Dotson AirportSmall Airport
Eglin Auxiliary Field 6 AirportSmall Airport
Eglin Test Site B6 AirportSmall Airport
Enterprise Municipal AirportETSSmall Airport
Evergreen Regional Airport/Middleton FieldSmall Airport
Fairlane AirportSmall Airport
Florala Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Flying H Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Fort Deposit Lowndes County AirportSmall Airport
Frank Sikes AirportSmall Airport
Garnair AirportSmall Airport
Geneva Municipal AirportSmall Airport
George T Mc Cutchan AirportSmall Airport
Griswold AirportSmall Airport
Heart of Dixie Aero Estates AirportSmall Airport
John H Hataway AirportSmall Airport
Joy Farms AirportSmall Airport
Logan FieldSmall Airport
Long Branch Farms AirportSmall Airport
Mac Crenshaw Memorial AirportSmall Airport
Mc Gowin FieldSmall Airport
Melanie's AirportSmall Airport
Peter Prince FieldSmall Airport
Psycho FieldSmall Airport
Rock Hill LZ AirportSmall Airport
RT-10 Landing StripSmall Airport
RT-14 Landing StripSmall Airport
RT-2 Landing StripSmall Airport
RT-3 Landing StripSmall Airport
RT-337 Landing StripSmall Airport
RT-4 Landing StripSmall Airport
RT-414 Landing StripSmall Airport
RT-415 Landing StripSmall Airport
RT-416 Landing StripSmall Airport
RT-6 Landing StripSmall Airport

Grocery Stores in Sanford

2 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Carolina 2Convenience Store29348 Antioch Rd
Gitty Up-N-Go 12Convenience Store18710 US Highway 84

Treatment Centers in Sanford

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
South Central Alabama MHC - Montezuma ComplexBoth334-428-5050

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sanford

What is the population of Sanford?

Sanford has a population of 228 residents and is located in Alabama. The population density is 55 people per square mile, spread across 4.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 45.6% female and 54.4% male.

Is Sanford expensive to live in?

Sanford is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 88.8 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $28,393, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $162,500 (42% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $679 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Sanford safe?

Sanford is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 328 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,806 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Sanford receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Sanford?

Sanford enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 306 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 59.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Sanford?

The job market in Sanford is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $919. There are 1,134 business establishments in the area, including 67 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 18 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Sanford?

The median home value in Sanford is $162,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $166,314. For renters, the median monthly rent is $679. Fair market rent is $772 for a 1-bedroom and $936 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 66.3%. The average annual property tax is $1,838.

How are the schools in Sanford?

Schools in Sanford score 5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 8.2% of adults in Sanford hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.5% have completed high school. 4.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Sanford?

The obesity rate in Sanford is 34.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 16.1% of adults are smokers. 24.9% are physically inactive. 25.3% of residents report depression. 9.7% lack health insurance. 57.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,085.

What is transportation like in Sanford?

The average commute in Sanford is 18 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 97.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Sanford?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Sanford is 96.9% White, 3.1% Hispanic or Latino. 90.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 9.6% speak Spanish. 13.9% of the population are military veterans. 21.6% of residents have a disability. 89.4% have health insurance coverage.

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