Toxey, AL

Alabama

Toxey is a small town in Alabama with a population of 241. Residents earn $51,250 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
241 Population 354/sq mi density
$51,250 Median Income $40,680 per capita
$183,600 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$51,250 median income, 7.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$183,600 home value
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,250
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $183,600
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.8%
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.2%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.8%
117% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.4%
97% lower than US avg

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

People

Population241
Median Age45.3 yrs
Density354/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans1.5%

Economy

B
Median Income$51,250
Per Capita$40,680
Unemployment7.8%
Poverty0.4%
County GDP$728M
Commute93 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$183,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain61.5 in/yr
Elevation103 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.8%
High School+67.3%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 38%
Commute93 min
Broadband96.0%
Libraries2

Is Toxey a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Toxey receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, long commute times. Toxey offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Toxey is $51,250, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 93 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Toxey is $183,600, 35% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

27.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 67.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Toxey enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 61.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Toxey has a population of 241 with a density of 354 people per square mile. The median age is 45.3 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.9%), with 12% Black.

Population

241
Total Population
354
People / sq mi
45.3yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.8%
Female 40.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Toxey vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Toxey vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Toxey is $51,250, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 93 minutes.

Income: Toxey vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,250
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,680
Avg Weekly Wage$1,189
IRS Avg AGI$56,899

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.8%
117% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.4%
97% below US avg
Establishments (County)354
County GDP$728M

Business (County)

Restaurants22
Healthcare18
Retail53
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,146
67% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.62%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time93.2 min
Drive Alone53.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Toxey is $183,600, 35% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$183,600
35% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,146
67% below US avg
Effective Rate0.62%
In Toxey, 43.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.8% report depression. 33.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.2%
35% above US avg
Diabetes14.0%
Heart Disease7.3%
High Blood Pressure42.7%
Asthma10.9%
COPD9.4%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.9%
Physical Inactivity33.6%
Depression26.8%
Mental Distress20.9%
Physical Distress16.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.8%
Checkup Rate78.1%
Premature Death12,977/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access25.2%
Healthcare Facilities18

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Toxey has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 61.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average65.0°F
20% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall61.5 inches
62% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation103 ft (31 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density354/sq mi
Coordinates31.9107°N, 88.3091°W
County FIPS01023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 27.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.9-point margin. 96.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.7%
D 37.8%

Winner: Republican by 23.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.8%
18% below US avg
High School+67.3%
School Test Score4.40
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density354/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants22
Retail Stores53

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute93.2 min
Drive Alone53.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.0%

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