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Trafford, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Trafford is a small town in Alabama with a population of 560. Residents earn $23,750 per year, which is 68% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
560 Population 204/sq mi density
$23,750 Median Income $15,634 per capita
$91,000 Home Value $93,846 Zillow
$625 Median Rent 33.0% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$23,750 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$91,000 home value, $625/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $23,750
68% lower than US avg
Home Value $91,000
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.4%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $625
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.3%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 38.6%
211% higher than US avg

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

People

Population560
Median Age38.8 yrs
Density204/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 76%
Veterans11.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$23,750
Per Capita$15,634
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty38.6%
County GDP$1,535M
Commute42 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$91,000
Rent$625
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$93,846
Housing Units258
Rent Burden33.0%

Health

Obesity33.3%
Uninsured8.6%
Smoking14.6%
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (16°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain57.0 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation542 ft (165 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.4%
High School+79.7%
Graduate+0.3%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 90% / D 9%
Commute42 min
Broadband59.3%
Libraries2

Is Trafford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Trafford receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Trafford has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Trafford is $23,750, 68% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. The poverty rate of 38.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Trafford is $91,000, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $625 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Trafford enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 57.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Trafford has a population of 560 with a density of 204 people per square mile. The median age is 38.8 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (76.3%), with 2% Hispanic, 17.1% Black.

Population

560
Total Population
204
People / sq mi
38.8yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.3%
Female 55.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Trafford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Trafford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Trafford is $23,750, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 38.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes.

Income: Trafford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$23,750
68% below US avg
Per Capita Income$15,634
Avg Weekly Wage$879
IRS Avg AGI$62,345

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate38.6%
211% above US avg
Establishments (County)956
County GDP$1,535M

Business (County)

Restaurants58
Healthcare74
Retail132
Manufacturing43

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,734
50% below US avg
Cost of Living88.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time42.2 min
Drive Alone93.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Trafford is $91,000, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $625 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $93,846.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$91,000
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$93,846

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$625
46% below US avg
Rent Burden33.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied54.9%
Housing Units258
Median Year Built1966

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,734
50% below US avg
Effective Rate1.91%
In Trafford, 33.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.6% of residents lack health insurance. 14.6% are current smokers. 27.0% report depression. 24.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.3%
4% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure34.7%
Asthma9.8%
COPD6.4%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.6%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity24.2%
Depression27.0%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress12.2%
Short Sleep35.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.6%
Uninsured8.6%
0% below US avg
Primary Care1:4,920
Dentists1:5,951
Mental Health1:3,519
Checkup Rate77.3%
Dental Visits61.4%
Premature Death11,898/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access42.3%
Healthcare Facilities74
Trafford has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.0 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.5°F
14% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.0 inches
50% above US avg
Snowfall1.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation542 ft (165 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (7.1 km²)
Population Density204/sq mi
Coordinates33.8187°N, 86.7465°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS01009
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 81-point margin. 59.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 90.2%
D 9.2%

Winner: Republican by 81 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.4%
63% below US avg
High School+79.7%
Graduate Degree+0.3%
School Test Score4.40
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density204/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access59.3%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities74
Restaurants58
Retail Stores132

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute42.2 min
Drive Alone93.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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