Tillmans Corner, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Tillmans Corner is a small city in Alabama with a population of 17,678. Residents earn $52,249 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
17,678 Population 1,361/sq mi density
$52,249 Median Income $28,191 per capita
$155,000 Home Value
$856 Median Rent
68°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$52,249 median income, 5.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$155,000 home value, $856/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,249
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $155,000
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.4%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent $856
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.8%
61% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.0%
5% higher than US avg

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

People

Population17,678
Median Age36.4 yrs
Density1,361/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 68%

Economy

B
Median Income$52,249
Per Capita$28,191
Unemployment5.8%
Poverty13.0%
County GDP$30,123M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$155,000
Rent$856
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain67.1 in/yr
Elevation160 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.4%
High School+86.8%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 41%
Commute27 min
Libraries17

Is Tillmans Corner a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tillmans Corner receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Tillmans Corner offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tillmans Corner is $52,249, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tillmans Corner is $155,000, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $856 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Tillmans Corner 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. Annual precipitation totals 67.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Tillmans Corner has a population of 17,678 with a density of 1,361 people per square mile. The median age is 36.4 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (67.7%), with 2.5% Hispanic, 18.4% Black.

Population

17,678
Total Population
1,361
People / sq mi
36.4yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
13.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Tillmans Corner vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.7%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.3%
38% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Tillmans Corner vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tillmans Corner is $52,249, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Tillmans Corner vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,249
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,191
Avg Weekly Wage$1,187
IRS Avg AGI$66,419

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.8%
61% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.0%
5% above US avg
Establishments (County)12,216
County GDP$30,123M

Business (County)

Restaurants776
Healthcare843
Retail1,491
Manufacturing294

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,789
20% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.80%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.5 min
Work from Home5.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Tillmans Corner is $155,000, 45% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $856 (26% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$155,000
45% below US avg
Median List Price$259,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$259,500
$/Sq Ft$126
Homes Sold26
Sale-to-List Ratio96.6%
Price Drops16.1%
Inventory62

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$856
26% 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-Occupied65.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,789
20% below US avg
Effective Rate1.80%
In Tillmans Corner, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.9% report depression. 32.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Tillmans Corner vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes14.2%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure39.1%
Asthma9.9%
COPD8.5%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity32.1%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress14.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.7%
Checkup Rate76.4%
Premature Death12,656/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access62.9%
Healthcare Facilities843

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)67

Safety Score

Tillmans Corner 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 67.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

51°F Jan (11°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average67.6°F
25% above US avg
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall67.1 inches
77% above US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation160 ft (49 m)
Area13.0 sq mi (33.6 km²)
Population Density1,361/sq mi
Coordinates30.5815°N, 88.2128°W
County FIPS01097
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 13.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.7%
D 41.3%

Winner: Republican by 16.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.4%
60% below US avg
High School+86.8%
School Test Score4.40
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,361/sq mi
Total Area13.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities843
Restaurants776
Retail Stores1,491

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)67

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.5 min
Work from Home5.1%

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