Alabama · Metropolitan Area
Tuskegee is a small city in Alabama with a population of 9,070. Residents earn $38,160 per year, which is 49% below the national average.
Based on current data, Tuskegee receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Tuskegee has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Tuskegee is $38,160, 49% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 23.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
The median home value in Tuskegee is $98,500, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $706 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 1,029 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,349 per 100,000, 173% above the national average.
28.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Tuskegee enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 98.2% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.8% |
| 87% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $38,160 |
| 49% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $20,644 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,095 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $45,025 |
| Unemployment | 6.3% |
| 75% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 23.4% |
| 89% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 310 |
| County GDP | $765M |
| Restaurants | 24 |
| Healthcare | 21 |
| Retail | 46 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,492 |
| 57% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.51% |
| Commute Time | 20.6 min |
| Work from Home | 7.5% |
| Census Median | $98,500 |
| 65% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $92,554 |
| Census Median Rent | $706 |
| 39% below US avg |
| Studio | $716 |
| 1 Bedroom | $772 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $936 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,206 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,381 |
| Owner-Occupied | 44.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,492 |
| 57% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.51% |
| Obesity | 51.3% |
| 60% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 19.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 50.9% |
| Asthma | 12.3% |
| COPD | 7.7% |
| Stroke | 5.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 10.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 35.9% |
| Depression | 20.5% |
| Mental Distress | 19.8% |
| Physical Distress | 14.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 91.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 83.7% |
| Premature Death | 15,397/100K |
| Food Environment | 5.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 38.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 21 |
| Total Violent | 1,029.2/100K |
| 171% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 79.2/100K |
| Robbery | 124.4/100K |
| Assault | 825.6/100K |
| Total Property | 5,349.5/100K |
| 173% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,979.2/100K |
| Theft | 2,974.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 395.8/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 63.2°F |
| 17% above US avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 54.0 inches |
| 42% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.3 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 367 ft (112 m) |
| Area | 17.1 sq mi (44.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 532/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.4187°N, 85.6825°W |
| County FIPS | 01087 |
Winner: Democrat by 56.3 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 28.1% |
| 17% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 86.5% |
| School Test Score | 4.40 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 532/sq mi |
| Total Area | 17.1 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 4 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 5 |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 21 |
| Restaurants | 24 |
| Retail Stores | 46 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 20.6 min |
| Work from Home | 7.5% |