Thomasville, AL
Full City Profile · Alabama · Clarke County County
Thomasville, AL
At a Glance
How Thomasville Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Thomasville's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Thomasville a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Thomasville residents earn a median household income of $43,669 , which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,376. The unemployment rate stands at 12.1% (236% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 18.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 730 business establishments, including 57 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Thomasville is $177,000 , 37% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $148,485. Median rent is $864/month, with 33.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 88.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1981.
Safety & Crime
Thomasville reports 310 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 18% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,907/100K.
Education
9.0% of adults in Thomasville hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below the national average). 95.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Thomasville has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.9 inches.