St. Stephens, AL

Alabama

St. Stephens is a small town in Alabama with a population of 350.

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
350 Population 35/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $26,345 per capita
$127,900 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $127,900
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.5%
69% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.5%
31% lower than US avg

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

People

Population350
Median Age60.8 yrs
Density35/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 33%
Veterans14.4%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$26,345
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.5%
County GDP$1,301M
Commute18 min

Housing

Home Value$127,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.5%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain60.2 in/yr
Elevation92 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.5%
High School+96.5%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 22%
Commute18 min
Broadband71.1%
Libraries3

Is St. Stephens a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, St. Stephens receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. St. Stephens faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in St. Stephens is $127,900, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

10.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

St. Stephens 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 60.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

St. Stephens has a population of 350 with a density of 35 people per square mile. The median age is 60.8 years, 56% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (67.1%), with 32.9% White.

Population

350
Total Population
35
People / sq mi
60.8yrs
Median Age
56% above US avg
9.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52%
Female 48%

Race & Ethnicity

St. Stephens vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

St. Stephens vs U.S. Average

The median household income in St. Stephens is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: St. Stephens vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$26,345
Avg Weekly Wage$1,670
IRS Avg AGI$60,279

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.5%
31% below US avg
Establishments (County)318
County GDP$1,301M

Business (County)

Restaurants6
Healthcare16
Retail35
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,305
63% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.02%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.6 min
Drive Alone24.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in St. Stephens is $127,900, 55% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$127,900
55% below US avg

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-Occupied94.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,305
63% below US avg
Effective Rate1.02%
In St. Stephens, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.5% report depression. 28.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: St. Stephens vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.5%
26% above US avg
Diabetes12.6%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure39.9%
Asthma10.8%
COPD7.0%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.5%
Physical Inactivity28.5%
Depression26.5%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress13.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.8%
Checkup Rate79.0%
Premature Death12,864/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access10.4%
Healthcare Facilities16

Crime Rates: St. Stephens vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

St. Stephens has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 60.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average65.2°F
21% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall60.2 inches
58% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Area9.9 sq mi (25.6 km²)
Population Density35/sq mi
Coordinates31.5711°N, 88.0528°W
County FIPS01129
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 10.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.4-point margin. 71.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.5%
D 22.1%

Winner: Republican by 55.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.5%
69% below US avg
High School+96.5%
School Test Score4.40
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density35/sq mi
Total Area9.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.1%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants6
Retail Stores35

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.6 min
Drive Alone24.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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