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Sipsey, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Sipsey is a small town in Alabama with a population of 283. Residents earn $25,179 per year, which is 66% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
283 Population 590/sq mi density
$25,179 Median Income $17,937 per capita
$53,100 Home Value
$919 Median Rent 29.2% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature 299 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
$25,179 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$53,100 home value, $919/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $25,179
66% lower than US avg
Home Value $53,100
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.4%
93% lower than US avg
Median Rent $919
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.9%
4% lower than US avg

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

People

Population283
Median Age42.2 yrs
Density590/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 62%
Veterans3.8%

Economy

B
Median Income$25,179
Per Capita$17,937
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.9%
County GDP$2,568M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$53,100
Rent$919
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units139
Rent Burden29.2%

Health

Obesity39.2%
Uninsured12.8%
Smoking19.9%
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain61.8 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation417 ft (127 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.4%
High School+66.0%
Graduate+2.2%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 14%
Commute33 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries4

Is Sipsey a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sipsey 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 a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Sipsey offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sipsey is $25,179, 66% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sipsey is $53,100, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $919 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 66.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Sipsey enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 61.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Sipsey has a population of 283 with a density of 590 people per square mile. The median age is 42.2 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (62.2%), with 37.8% Black.

Population

283
Total Population
590
People / sq mi
42.2yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.4%
Female 40.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Sipsey vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sipsey vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sipsey is $25,179, which is 66% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Sipsey vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$25,179
66% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,937
Avg Weekly Wage$936
IRS Avg AGI$83,209

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.9%
4% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,536
County GDP$2,568M

Business (County)

Restaurants108
Healthcare189
Retail251
Manufacturing54

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,236
36% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.6 min
Drive Alone89.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Sipsey is $53,100, 81% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $919 (21% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$53,100
81% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$919
21% below US avg
Rent Burden29.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied54.6%
Housing Units139
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,236
36% below US avg
Effective Rate4.21%
In Sipsey, 39.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.8% of residents lack health insurance. 19.9% are current smokers. 25.9% report depression. 34.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.2%
22% above US avg
Diabetes14.5%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure42.5%
Asthma11.0%
COPD8.9%
Cancer6.7%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.9%
42% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.0%
Physical Inactivity34.0%
Depression25.9%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress16.2%
Short Sleep45.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.2%
Uninsured12.8%
49% above US avg
Checkup Rate78.8%
Dental Visits51.4%
Premature Death18,377/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access42.1%
Healthcare Facilities189
Sipsey has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 61.8 inches. The area enjoys 299 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.1°F
13% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall61.8 inches
63% above US avg
Snowfall0.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation417 ft (127 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density590/sq mi
Coordinates33.8221°N, 87.0829°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS01127
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 2.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (93% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 71.8-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.6%
D 13.8%

Winner: Republican by 71.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.4%
93% below US avg
High School+66.0%
Graduate Degree+2.2%
School Test Score4.40
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density590/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities189
Restaurants108
Retail Stores251

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.6 min
Drive Alone89.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

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