Alabama · Metropolitan Area
Skyline is a small town in Alabama with a population of 1,011. Residents earn $40,721 per year, which is 46% below the national average.
Based on current data, Skyline receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Skyline has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Skyline is $40,721, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. The poverty rate of 17.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Skyline is $113,000, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $655 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Skyline is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 118 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,012 per 100,000, near the national average.
3.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Skyline enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 59.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 89.1% |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 10.9% |
| 19% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $40,721 |
| 46% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $21,105 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,482 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $90,736 |
| Unemployment | 1.8% |
| 50% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 17.9% |
| 44% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 13,778 |
| County GDP | $38,958M |
| Restaurants | 895 |
| Healthcare | 1,126 |
| Retail | 1,345 |
| Manufacturing | 287 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,840 |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.51% |
| Commute Time | 27.7 min |
| Work from Home | 5.4% |
| Census Median | $113,000 |
| 60% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $655 |
| 44% below US avg |
| Studio | $716 |
| 1 Bedroom | $772 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $936 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,206 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,381 |
| Owner-Occupied | 83.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,840 |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.51% |
| Obesity | 39.2% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.9% |
| Heart Disease | 7.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.5% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 9.2% |
| Stroke | 3.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.8% |
| Depression | 28.1% |
| Mental Distress | 20.7% |
| Physical Distress | 16.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 80.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.2% |
| Premature Death | 9,054/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 78.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,126 |
| Total Violent | 118.3/100K |
| 69% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 118.3/100K |
| Total Property | 2,011.8/100K |
| 3% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 473.4/100K |
| Theft | 1,183.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 355.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 35 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 59.8°F |
| 11% above US avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 59.7 inches |
| 57% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 1.3 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,607 ft (490 m) |
| Area | 4.0 sq mi (10.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 254/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.7985°N, 86.1224°W |
| County FIPS | 01089 |
Winner: Republican by 9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 3.0% |
| 91% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 73.4% |
| School Test Score | 4.40 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 254/sq mi |
| Total Area | 4.0 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 11 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,126 |
| Restaurants | 895 |
| Retail Stores | 1,345 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 35 |
| Avg Commute | 27.7 min |
| Work from Home | 5.4% |