Summerdale, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Summerdale is a small town in Alabama with a population of 1,589. Residents earn $67,768 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
1,589 Population 148/sq mi density
$67,768 Median Income $37,682 per capita
$244,900 Home Value $283,932 Zillow
$1,038 Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
829 Violent Crime/100K 5,803 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$67,768 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$244,900 home value, $1,038/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
829 violent crimes/100K (118% above avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,768
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $244,900
13% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 829/100K
118% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.3%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,038
11% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.8%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.4%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,589
Median Age44.3 yrs
Density148/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

A
Median Income$67,768
Per Capita$37,682
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty3.4%
County GDP$13,446M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$244,900
Rent$1,038
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$283,932

Crime

F
Violent829/100K
Property5,803/100K
Murder103.6/100K
Assault518/100K
Burglary933/100K

Health

Obesity37.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.2%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain69.0 in/yr
Elevation104 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.3%
High School+88.0%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute25 min
Libraries15

Is Summerdale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Summerdale receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates. Summerdale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Summerdale is $67,768, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Summerdale is $244,900, 13% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,038 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

With 829 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,803 per 100,000, 196% above the national average.

Education

17.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Summerdale enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 69.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Summerdale has a population of 1,589 with a density of 148 people per square mile. The median age is 44.3 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.4%), with 3.1% Black.

Population

1,589
Total Population
148
People / sq mi
44.3yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
10.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Summerdale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Summerdale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Summerdale is $67,768, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Summerdale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,768
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,682
Avg Weekly Wage$984
IRS Avg AGI$86,909

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.4%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,757
County GDP$13,446M

Business (County)

Restaurants648
Healthcare564
Retail1,027
Manufacturing181

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,800
20% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.14%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.9 min
Work from Home2.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Summerdale is $244,900, 13% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,038 (11% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $283,932.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$244,900
13% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$283,932
Median List Price$260,445

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$260,445
$/Sq Ft$161
Homes Sold10
Sale-to-List Ratio102.0%
Price Drops18.8%
Inventory16

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,038
11% 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-Occupied85.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,800
20% below US avg
Effective Rate1.14%
In Summerdale, 37.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.2% report depression. 29.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.8%
18% above US avg
Diabetes12.3%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure39.9%
Asthma10.1%
COPD8.7%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity29.8%
Depression26.2%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress15.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.1%
Checkup Rate76.2%
Premature Death8,957/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access61.6%
Healthcare Facilities564
Summerdale has a violent crime rate of 829 per 100,000 residents, 118% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 5,803 per 100,000 (196% above US avg). The murder rate is 103.6 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent829.0/100K
118% above US avg
Murder103.6/100K
1545% above US avg
Rape207.3/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault518.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property5,803.1/100K
196% above US avg
Burglary932.6/100K
Theft4,041.5/100K
Vehicle Theft829.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Summerdale has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 69.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average66.5°F
23% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall69.0 inches
82% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation104 ft (32 m)
Area10.7 sq mi (27.8 km²)
Population Density148/sq mi
Coordinates30.4767°N, 87.6876°W
County FIPS01003
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 17.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.7%
D 20.5%

Winner: Republican by 58.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.3%
49% below US avg
High School+88.0%
School Test Score4.40
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density148/sq mi
Total Area10.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries15
Healthcare Facilities564
Restaurants648
Retail Stores1,027

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.9 min
Work from Home2.9%

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