Median Income
$62,500
17% lower than US avg
Home Value
$99,800
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
10.5%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$913
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment
5.7%
58% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
21.8%
76% higher than US avg
How Selma Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population833
Median Age36.8 yrs
Density926/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Economy
C+
Median Income$62,500
Per Capita$24,079
Unemployment5.7%
Poverty21.8%
County GDP$5,403M
Commute29 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$99,800
Rent$913
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$232,041
Rent Burden32.5%
Health
Obesity36.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.5%
Heart Disease6.0%
Climate
Avg Temp54°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain40.3 in/yr
Elevation1,012 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+10.5%
High School+89.9%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 57% / D 41%
Commute29 min
Libraries5
Is Selma a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Selma receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Selma offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Selma is $62,500, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 21.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Selma is $99,800, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $913 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
10.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Selma experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Selma has a population of 833 with a density of 926 people per square mile. The median age is 36.8 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.6%), with 1.8% Hispanic.
Population
36.8yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.4% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.6% |
| 96% below US avg |
The median household income in Selma is $62,500, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 21.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $62,500 |
| 17% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $24,079 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $987 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $58,728 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.7% |
| 58% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 21.8% |
| 76% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,354 |
| County GDP | $5,403M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 220 |
| Healthcare | 342 |
| Retail | 387 |
| Manufacturing | 106 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,457 |
| 1% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.46% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.7 min |
| Work from Home | 1.0% |
The median home value in Selma is $99,800, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $913 (21% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $232,041.
Home Values
| Census Median | $99,800 |
| 65% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $232,041 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $76 |
| Homes Sold | 3 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 93.5% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $913 |
| 21% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 32.5% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $882 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,096 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,391 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,590 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,457 |
| 1% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.46% |
In Selma, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.5% report depression. 23.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Selma vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.7% |
| 14% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.3% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.3% |
| Asthma | 12.1% |
| COPD | 8.0% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.7% |
| Depression | 30.5% |
| Mental Distress | 20.7% |
| Physical Distress | 14.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.6% |
| Premature Death | 12,615/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 76.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 342 |
Crime Rates: Selma vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 15 |
Safety Score
Selma has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
29°F Jan (-2°C)
76°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 53.7°F |
| 1% below US avg |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 40.3 inches |
| 6% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,012 ft (308 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 926/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.1866°N, 85.2738°W |
| County FIPS | 18035 |