Shiloh, AL

Alabama

Shiloh is a small town in Alabama with a population of 456. Residents earn $58,036 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
456 Population 214/sq mi density
$58,036 Median Income $23,176 per capita
$87,500 Home Value
$721 Median Rent 27.2% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$58,036 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$87,500 home value, $721/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,036
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $87,500
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.8%
92% lower than US avg
Median Rent $721
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.8%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.0%
94% higher than US avg

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

People

Population456
Median Age44.5 yrs
Density214/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 75%
Veterans6.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$58,036
Per Capita$23,176
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty24.0%
County GDP$3,061M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$87,500
Rent$721
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units177
Rent Burden27.2%

Health

Obesity35.8%
Uninsured11.0%
Smoking17.5%
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain58.0 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation1,244 ft (379 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.8%
High School+96.3%
Graduate+2.1%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 87% / D 13%
Commute20 min
Broadband95.5%
Libraries7

Is Shiloh a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shiloh receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Shiloh offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Shiloh is $58,036, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. The poverty rate of 24.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Shiloh is $87,500, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $721 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Shiloh enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 58.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Shiloh has a population of 456 with a density of 214 people per square mile. The median age is 44.5 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.6%), with 3.3% Hispanic, 2.6% Black.

Population

456
Total Population
214
People / sq mi
44.5yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.9%
Female 56.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Shiloh vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.7%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.3%
83% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Shiloh vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shiloh is $58,036, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 24.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Shiloh vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,036
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,176
Avg Weekly Wage$969
IRS Avg AGI$54,891

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate24.0%
94% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,482
County GDP$3,061M

Business (County)

Restaurants101
Healthcare134
Retail256
Manufacturing98

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,308
34% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.7 min
Drive Alone98.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Shiloh is $87,500, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $721 (38% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$87,500
69% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$721
38% below US avg
Rent Burden27.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.7%
Housing Units177
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,308
34% below US avg
Effective Rate2.64%
In Shiloh, 35.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.0% of residents lack health insurance. 17.5% are current smokers. 26.9% report depression. 27.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.8%
12% above US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure37.6%
Asthma10.1%
COPD7.9%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.5%
25% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity27.9%
Depression26.9%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress14.7%
Short Sleep40.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.6%
Uninsured11.0%
28% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.3%
Dental Visits54.3%
Premature Death11,969/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access38.7%
Healthcare Facilities134
Shiloh has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.0 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.2°F
15% above US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall58.0 inches
53% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,244 ft (379 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²)
Population Density214/sq mi
Coordinates34.4627°N, 85.8776°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS01049
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 2.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (92% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 74-point margin. 95.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86.7%
D 12.7%

Winner: Republican by 74 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.8%
92% below US avg
High School+96.3%
Graduate Degree+2.1%
School Test Score4.40
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density214/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.5%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities134
Restaurants101
Retail Stores256

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.7 min
Drive Alone98.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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