Median Income
$58,603
22% lower than US avg
Home Value
$96,900
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.3%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
29.7%
140% higher than US avg
How Selma Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population333
Median Age34.7 yrs
Density757/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%
Economy
B
Median Income$58,603
Per Capita$23,279
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty29.7%
Commute29 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$96,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity38.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease6.1%
Climate
Avg Temp53°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain39.5 in/yr
Elevation1,209 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.58
Community
2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute29 min
Broadband85.8%
Libraries1
Is Selma a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Selma receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Selma stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Selma is $58,603, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 29.7% 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 $96,900, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Selma experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.5 inches, including 10.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Selma has a population of 333 with a density of 757 people per square mile. The median age is 34.7 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
34.7yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Selma is $58,603, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 29.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $58,603 |
| 22% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $23,279 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,114 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $46,980 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 29.7% |
| 140% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 293 |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 19 |
| Healthcare | 13 |
| Retail | 37 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,700 |
| 51% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.75% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 100.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Selma is $96,900, 66% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $96,900 |
| 66% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,137 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,181 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,369 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,787 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,126 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,700 |
| 51% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.75% |
In Selma, 38.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.0% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Selma vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.3% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.6% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.5% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 7.5% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.4% |
| Depression | 26.0% |
| Mental Distress | 19.7% |
| Physical Distress | 14.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.1% |
| Premature Death | 15,933/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 100.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13 |
Crime Rates: Selma vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Selma has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
32°F Jan (0°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 52.7°F |
| 2% below US avg |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 39.5 inches |
| 4% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 10.1 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,209 ft (369 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 757/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.8041°N, 79.8499°W |
| County FIPS | 51580 |