Median Income
$44,161
41% lower than US avg
Home Value
$236,200
16% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
5.2%
85% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment
3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.5%
48% lower than US avg
How Selma Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population654
Median Age36.2 yrs
Density101/mi²
Male / Female52% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Economy
B+
Median Income$44,161
Per Capita$32,444
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty6.5%
County GDP$3,924M
Commute24 min
Housing
B+
Home Value$236,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$310,790
Health
Obesity37.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.9%
Heart Disease7.7%
Climate
Avg Temp55°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain61.2 in/yr
Elevation1,327 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+5.2%
High School+91.7%
School Score5.14
Community
2024 VoteR 63% / D 34%
Commute24 min
Libraries4
Is Selma a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Selma receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Selma has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Selma is $44,161, 41% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Selma is $236,200, 16% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. The price-to-income ratio of 5.3x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Education
5.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Selma experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 61.2 inches, including 7.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Selma has a population of 654 with a density of 101 people per square mile. The median age is 36.2 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.3%).
Population
36.2yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.6% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.4% |
| 90% below US avg |
The median household income in Selma is $44,161, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $44,161 |
| 41% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $32,444 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $945 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $61,613 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.4% |
| 6% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.5% |
| 48% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,806 |
| County GDP | $3,924M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 231 |
| Healthcare | 311 |
| Retail | 319 |
| Manufacturing | 101 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,452 |
| 1% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.46% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.1 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Selma is $236,200, 16% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $310,790.
Home Values
| Census Median | $236,200 |
| 16% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $310,790 |
| Median List Price | $249,900 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $249,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $303 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.5% |
| Price Drops | 12.5% |
| Inventory | 8 |
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,051 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,143 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,425 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,963 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,318 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,452 |
| 1% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.46% |
In Selma, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.9% report depression. 26.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Selma vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.0% |
| 15% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.7% |
| Heart Disease | 7.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.7% |
| Asthma | 12.9% |
| COPD | 9.9% |
| Stroke | 4.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.5% |
| Depression | 29.9% |
| Mental Distress | 22.2% |
| Physical Distress | 17.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 68.9% |
| Premature Death | 10,791/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 70.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 311 |
Crime Rates: Selma vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 20 |
| FEMA Disasters | 546 |
Safety Score
Selma has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 61.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 54.9°F |
| 2% above US avg |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 61.2 inches |
| 61% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 7.1 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,327 ft (404 m) |
| Area | 6.5 sq mi (16.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 101/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.2797°N, 123.6151°W |
| County FIPS | 41033 |