Satsuma, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Satsuma is a small city in Alabama with a population of 6,784. Residents earn $97,550 per year, which is 30% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
6,784 Population 923/sq mi density
$97,550 Median Income $40,739 per capita
$199,800 Home Value $235,564 Zillow
$1,224 Median Rent
69°F Avg Temperature
114 Violent Crime/100K 1,072 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$97,550 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$199,800 home value, $1,224/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
114 violent crimes/100K (70% below avg)
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $97,550
30% higher than US avg
Home Value $199,800
29% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 114/100K
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.5%
18% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,224
5% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.1%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.9%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population6,784
Median Age42.6 yrs
Density923/mi²
Male / Female56% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 84%

Economy

A+
Median Income$97,550
Per Capita$40,739
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$30,123M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$199,800
Rent$1,224
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$235,564

Crime

F
Violent114/100K
Property1,072/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault65/100K
Burglary244/100K

Health

Obesity34.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain60.5 in/yr
Elevation21 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.5%
High School+93.0%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 41%
Commute25 min
Libraries17

Is Satsuma a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Satsuma receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Satsuma offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Satsuma is $97,550, 30% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Satsuma is $199,800, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,224 per month. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Satsuma is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 114 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,072 per 100,000, 45% below the national average.

Education

27.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Satsuma 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. Annual precipitation totals 60.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Satsuma has a population of 6,784 with a density of 923 people per square mile. The median age is 42.6 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84%), with 2% Hispanic, 5.9% Black.

Population

6,784
Total Population
923
People / sq mi
42.6yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
7.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.5%
Female 44.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Satsuma vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Satsuma vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Satsuma is $97,550, which is 30% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Satsuma vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$97,550
30% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,739
Avg Weekly Wage$1,187
IRS Avg AGI$66,419

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.9%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)12,216
County GDP$30,123M

Business (County)

Restaurants776
Healthcare843
Retail1,491
Manufacturing294

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,789
20% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.40%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.2 min
Work from Home7.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Satsuma is $199,800, 29% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,224 (5% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $235,564.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$199,800
29% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$235,564
Median List Price$275,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$275,000
$/Sq Ft$135
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio98.4%
Price Drops26.7%
Inventory15

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,224
5% above 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-Occupied84.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,789
20% below US avg
Effective Rate1.40%
In Satsuma, 34.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.6% report depression. 24.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.1%
6% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure34.2%
Asthma9.2%
COPD6.2%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity24.6%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress12.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Checkup Rate75.9%
Premature Death12,656/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access62.9%
Healthcare Facilities843
Satsuma has a violent crime rate of 114 per 100,000 residents, 70% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,072 per 100,000 (45% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent113.7/100K
70% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape32.5/100K
Robbery16.2/100K
Assault65.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,072.1/100K
45% below US avg
Burglary243.7/100K
Theft714.8/100K
Vehicle Theft113.7/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)67

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Satsuma has an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 60.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average69.1°F
28% above US avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall60.5 inches
59% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation21 ft (6 m)
Area7.4 sq mi (19.0 km²)
Population Density923/sq mi
Coordinates30.8579°N, 88.0634°W
County FIPS01097
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 27.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.7%
D 41.3%

Winner: Republican by 16.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.5%
18% below US avg
High School+93.0%
School Test Score4.40
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density923/sq mi
Total Area7.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities843
Restaurants776
Retail Stores1,491

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)67
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.2 min
Work from Home7.5%

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