Thomaston, AL

Alabama

Thomaston is a small town in Alabama with a population of 421. Residents earn $50,625 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
421 Population 209/sq mi density
$50,625 Median Income $30,833 per capita
$82,100 Home Value
$1,150 Median Rent 42.5% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$50,625 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$82,100 home value, $1,150/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,625
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $82,100
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.8%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,150
1% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 46.0%
43% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 29.0%
134% higher than US avg

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

People

Population421
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density209/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 41%
Veterans12.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$50,625
Per Capita$30,833
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty29.0%
County GDP$1,108M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$82,100
Rent$1,150
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units258
Rent Burden42.5%

Health

Obesity46.0%
Uninsured13.6%
Smoking22.3%
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease8.0%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain56.2 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation189 ft (58 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.8%
High School+90.2%
Graduate+10.5%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 48%
Commute32 min
Broadband79.1%
Libraries2

Is Thomaston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Thomaston receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Thomaston offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Thomaston is $50,625, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. The poverty rate of 29.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Thomaston is $82,100, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,150 per month. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Thomaston enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 56.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Thomaston has a population of 421 with a density of 209 people per square mile. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (57.7%), with 41.3% White.

Population

421
Total Population
209
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.9%
Female 46.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Thomaston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Thomaston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Thomaston is $50,625, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 29.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Thomaston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,625
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,833
Avg Weekly Wage$1,027
IRS Avg AGI$56,967

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate29.0%
134% above US avg
Establishments (County)568
County GDP$1,108M

Business (County)

Restaurants37
Healthcare52
Retail98
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,588
55% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.1 min
Drive Alone61.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Thomaston is $82,100, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,150 (1% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$82,100
71% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,150
1% below US avg
Rent Burden42.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.3%
Housing Units258
Median Year Built1968

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,588
55% below US avg
Effective Rate1.93%
In Thomaston, 46.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.6% of residents lack health insurance. 22.3% are current smokers. 24.6% report depression. 37.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity46.0%
43% above US avg
Diabetes18.4%
Heart Disease8.0%
High Blood Pressure48.8%
Asthma11.5%
COPD10.4%
Cancer6.0%
Stroke5.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.3%
59% above US avg
Binge Drinking12.9%
Physical Inactivity37.3%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress17.2%
Short Sleep46.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Uninsured13.6%
58% above US avg
Checkup Rate80.0%
Dental Visits42.9%
Premature Death14,679/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access47.6%
Healthcare Facilities52
Thomaston has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.2 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average64.2°F
19% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.2 inches
48% above US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation189 ft (58 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²)
Population Density209/sq mi
Coordinates32.2683°N, 87.6237°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS01091
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 17.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 3.8-point margin. 79.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.6%
D 47.9%

Winner: Republican by 3.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.8%
47% below US avg
High School+90.2%
Graduate Degree+10.5%
School Test Score4.40
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density209/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.1%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities52
Restaurants37
Retail Stores98

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.1 min
Drive Alone61.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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