Stevenson, AL

Alabama

Stevenson is a small town in Alabama with a population of 1,947. Residents earn $48,214 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,947 Population 253/sq mi density
$48,214 Median Income $29,924 per capita
$150,200 Home Value $158,417 Zillow
$823 Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
348 Violent Crime/100K 1,987 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$48,214 median income, 4.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$150,200 home value, $823/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
348 violent crimes/100K (8% below avg)
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,214
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,200
47% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 348/100K
8% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.8%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $823
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.5%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.7%
31% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.9%
28% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,947
Median Age45.8 yrs
Density253/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 82%

Economy

B
Median Income$48,214
Per Capita$29,924
Unemployment4.7%
Poverty8.9%
County GDP$2,144M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,200
Rent$823
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$158,417

Crime

F
Violent348/100K
Property1,987/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault298/100K
Burglary944/100K

Health

Obesity42.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.9%
Heart Disease7.8%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain60.2 in/yr
Elevation617 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.8%
High School+78.8%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 14%
Commute30 min
Libraries5

Is Stevenson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stevenson receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Stevenson has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stevenson is $48,214, 36% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Stevenson is $150,200, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $823 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Stevenson is below the national average at 348 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,987 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Stevenson enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 60.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Stevenson has a population of 1,947 with a density of 253 people per square mile. The median age is 45.8 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.1%), with 1.8% Hispanic, 8.8% Black.

Population

1,947
Total Population
253
People / sq mi
45.8yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
7.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.2%
Female 54.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Stevenson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.6%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.4%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Stevenson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stevenson is $48,214, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Stevenson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,214
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,924
Avg Weekly Wage$950
IRS Avg AGI$60,144

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.9%
28% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,192
County GDP$2,144M

Business (County)

Restaurants84
Healthcare112
Retail165
Manufacturing65

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,273
35% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.51%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.4 min
Work from Home5.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Stevenson is $150,200, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $823 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $158,417.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,200
47% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$158,417
Median List Price$279,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$279,500
$/Sq Ft$61
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio91.4%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$823
29% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,273
35% below US avg
Effective Rate1.51%
In Stevenson, 42.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.9% report depression. 35.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.5%
32% above US avg
Diabetes15.2%
Heart Disease7.8%
High Blood Pressure43.0%
Asthma11.4%
COPD10.7%
Stroke4.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.5%
Physical Inactivity35.6%
Depression28.9%
Mental Distress22.2%
Physical Distress17.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.8%
Checkup Rate77.4%
Premature Death13,932/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access37.7%
Healthcare Facilities112
Stevenson has a violent crime rate of 348 per 100,000 residents, 8% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,987 per 100,000 (1% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent347.7/100K
8% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape49.7/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault298.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,987.1/100K
1% above US avg
Burglary943.9/100K
Theft844.5/100K
Vehicle Theft198.7/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Stevenson has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 60.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average59.0°F
9% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall60.2 inches
59% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation617 ft (188 m)
Area7.7 sq mi (19.9 km²)
Population Density253/sq mi
Coordinates34.8768°N, 85.8144°W
County FIPS01071
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 71.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.4%
D 13.9%

Winner: Republican by 71.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.8%
53% below US avg
High School+78.8%
School Test Score4.40
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density253/sq mi
Total Area7.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities112
Restaurants84
Retail Stores165

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
FEMA Disaster Declarations182
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.4 min
Work from Home5.4%

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