Alabama · Metropolitan Area
Slocomb is a small town in Alabama with a population of 1,995. Residents earn $38,988 per year, which is 48% below the national average.
Based on current data, Slocomb receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Slocomb has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Slocomb is $38,988, 48% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 22.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
The median home value in Slocomb is $96,000, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $764 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Violent crime in Slocomb is below the national average at 202 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,314 per 100,000, 33% below the national average.
10.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Slocomb enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 62.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 95.9% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 4.1% |
| 69% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $38,988 |
| 48% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $23,101 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $819 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $52,098 |
| Unemployment | 3.8% |
| 6% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 22.5% |
| 81% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 605 |
| County GDP | $827M |
| Restaurants | 34 |
| Healthcare | 31 |
| Retail | 85 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,490 |
| 57% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.55% |
| Commute Time | 27.0 min |
| Work from Home | 3.0% |
| Census Median | $96,000 |
| 66% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $126,977 |
| Median List Price | $209,000 |
| Median List Price | $209,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $189 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 103.0% |
| Price Drops | 33.3% |
| Inventory | 12 |
| Census Median Rent | $764 |
| 34% below US avg |
| Studio | $716 |
| 1 Bedroom | $772 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $936 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,206 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,381 |
| Owner-Occupied | 71.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,490 |
| 57% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.55% |
| Obesity | 45.2% |
| 41% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 15.0% |
| Heart Disease | 7.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 42.2% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 9.8% |
| Stroke | 4.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.8% |
| Depression | 27.1% |
| Mental Distress | 20.9% |
| Physical Distress | 16.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 83.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.0% |
| Premature Death | 14,287/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 35.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 31 |
| Total Violent | 202.1/100K |
| 47% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 202.1/100K |
| Total Property | 1,313.8/100K |
| 33% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 555.8/100K |
| Theft | 555.8/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 202.1/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 65.4°F |
| 21% above US avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 62.3 inches |
| 64% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.1 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 259 ft (79 m) |
| Area | 9.5 sq mi (24.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 210/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.1121°N, 85.5987°W |
| County FIPS | 01061 |
Winner: Republican by 77 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 10.3% |
| 69% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 84.1% |
| School Test Score | 4.40 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 210/sq mi |
| Total Area | 9.5 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 31 |
| Restaurants | 34 |
| Retail Stores | 85 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 27.0 min |
| Work from Home | 3.0% |