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Stockton, AL

Alabama

Stockton is a small town in Alabama with a population of 390. Residents earn $143,239 per year, which is 91% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
390 Population 42/sq mi density
$143,239 Median Income $52,334 per capita
$277,800 Home Value $199,883 Zillow
68°F Avg Temperature 313 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$143,239 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$277,800 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
63.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $143,239
91% higher than US avg
Home Value $277,800
1% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 63.1%
87% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.3%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.6%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population390
Median Age48.5 yrs
Density42/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans11.9%

Economy

A+
Median Income$143,239
Per Capita$52,334
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.6%
County GDP$1,686M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$277,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$199,883
Housing Units393
Rent Burden29.1%

Health

Obesity39.3%
Uninsured11.6%
Smoking19.8%
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain71.8 in/yr
Sunny Days313/yr
Elevation22 ft (7 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+63.1%
High School+89.7%
Graduate+11.3%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 27%
Commute20 min
Broadband82.2%
Libraries4

Is Stockton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stockton receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Stockton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stockton is $143,239, which is significantly higher than the national average — 91% above $75,149. This places Stockton among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Stockton is $277,800, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Stockton is a highly educated community — 63.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 89.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Stockton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 313 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 71.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Stockton has a population of 390 with a density of 42 people per square mile. The median age is 48.5 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.1%), with 4.9% Black.

Population

390
Total Population
42
People / sq mi
48.5yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
9.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62.1%
Female 37.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Stockton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Stockton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stockton is $143,239, which is 91% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Stockton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$143,239
91% above US avg
Per Capita Income$52,334
Avg Weekly Wage$988
IRS Avg AGI$54,784

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.6%
23% below US avg
Establishments (County)934
County GDP$1,686M

Business (County)

Restaurants76
Healthcare67
Retail159
Manufacturing41

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,823
48% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.66%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.4 min
Drive Alone94.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Stockton is $277,800, 1% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $199,883.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$277,800
1% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$199,883

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$162
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio103.1%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.9%
Housing Units393
Median Year Built1995

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,823
48% below US avg
Effective Rate0.66%
In Stockton, 39.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.6% of residents lack health insurance. 19.8% are current smokers. 25.8% report depression. 30.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.3%
22% above US avg
Diabetes12.9%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure41.6%
Asthma10.1%
COPD8.8%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.8%
41% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity30.9%
Depression25.8%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress15.1%
Short Sleep40.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured11.6%
35% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.4%
Dental Visits48.6%
Premature Death15,045/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access38.7%
Healthcare Facilities67
Stockton has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 71.8 inches. The area enjoys 313 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

51°F Jan (11°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average67.5°F
25% above US avg
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days313 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall71.8 inches
89% above US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation22 ft (7 m)
Area9.3 sq mi (24.2 km²)
Population Density42/sq mi
Coordinates31.0012°N, 87.8739°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS01053
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 63.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.4-point margin. 82.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.9%
D 26.6%

Winner: Republican by 46.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+63.1%
87% above US avg
High School+89.7%
Graduate Degree+11.3%
School Test Score4.40
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density42/sq mi
Total Area9.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.2%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities67
Restaurants76
Retail Stores159

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.4 min
Drive Alone94.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.9%

Nearby Cities

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