Median Income $66,591

11% lower than US avg

Home Value $87,100

69% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 9.8%

71% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 40.0%

25% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.9%

19% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 13.8%

11% higher than US avg

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

People

Population505

Median Age36.3 yrs

Density97/mi²

Male / Female45% / 55%

Largest GroupWhite 60%

Veterans2.0%

Economy

B+

Median Income$66,591

Per Capita$25,177

Unemployment2.9%

Poverty13.8%

County GDP$728M

Commute38 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$87,100

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$122,803

Housing Units212

Health

Obesity40.0%

Uninsured10.0%

Smoking16.5%

Depression26.0%

Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Sunny Days308/yr

Elevation230 ft (70 m)

Education

Bachelor's+9.8%

High School+91.6%

Graduate+9.2%

School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 38%

Commute38 min

Broadband84.0%

Libraries2

Is Silas a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Silas receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Silas offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Silas is $66,591, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. 13.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Silas is $87,100, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Silas enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Silas has a population of 505 with a density of 97 people per square mile. The median age is 36.3 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (60.4%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 35.8% Black.

Population

505

Total Population

People / sq mi

36.3yrs

Median Age

7% below US avg

5.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.6%

Female 55.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Silas vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Silas vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Silas is $66,591, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Silas vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$66,591
	11% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$25,177
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,189
IRS Avg AGI	$56,899

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.9%
	19% below US avg
Poverty Rate	13.8%
	11% above US avg
Establishments (County)	354
County GDP	$728M

Business (County)

Restaurants	22
Healthcare	18
Retail	53
Manufacturing	8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$1,146
	67% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	1.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	38.2 min
Drive Alone	86.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	4.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Silas is $87,100, 69% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $122,803.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$87,100
	69% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$122,803

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	90.7%
Housing Units	212
Median Year Built	1982

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$1,146
	67% below US avg
Effective Rate	1.32%

In Silas, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.0% of residents lack health insurance. 16.5% are current smokers. 26.0% report depression. 28.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	40.0%
	25% above US avg
Diabetes	12.0%
Heart Disease	5.8%
High Blood Pressure	39.1%
Asthma	10.8%
COPD	7.1%
Cancer	6.7%
Stroke	3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.5%
	18% above US avg
Binge Drinking	15.5%
Physical Inactivity	28.9%
Depression	26.0%
Mental Distress	19.5%
Physical Distress	13.9%
Short Sleep	39.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	93.0%
Uninsured	10.0%
	16% above US avg
Checkup Rate	78.5%
Dental Visits	53.1%
Premature Death	12,977/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.2/10
Exercise Access	25.2%
Healthcare Facilities	18

Silas has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)

Annual Average	64.4°F
	19% above US avg
January Average	47°F (8°C)
July Average	81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days	308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	230 ft (70 m)
Area	5.2 sq mi (13.5 km²)
Population Density	97/sq mi
Coordinates	31.7678°N, 88.3259°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	01023

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.9-point margin. 84.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.7%

D 37.8%

Winner: Republican by 23.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	9.8%
	71% below US avg
High School+	91.6%
Graduate Degree+	9.2%
School Test Score	4.40

D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9	Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density	97/sq mi
Total Area	5.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	84.0%
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	18
Restaurants	22
Retail Stores	53

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	38.2 min
Drive Alone	86.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	4.4%

Silas, AL

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Silas a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Silas vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Silas vs U.S. Average

Income: Silas vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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