Twin, AL

Alabama

Twin is a small town in Alabama with a population of 366. Residents earn $58,333 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
366 Population 108/sq mi density
$58,333 Median Income $32,882 per capita
$95,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$58,333 median income, 5.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$95,000 home value
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,333
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $95,000
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.3%
78% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.8%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.7%
14% lower than US avg

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

People

Population366
Median Age50.0 yrs
Density108/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans4.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$58,333
Per Capita$32,882
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty10.7%
County GDP$480M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$95,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.9%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain64.1 in/yr
Elevation572 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.3%
High School+90.6%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 14%
Commute23 min
Broadband89.3%
Libraries1

Is Twin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Twin receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Twin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Twin is $58,333, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 10.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Twin is $95,000, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Twin enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 64.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Twin has a population of 366 with a density of 108 people per square mile. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.5%).

Population

366
Total Population
108
People / sq mi
50.0yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
3.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.7%
Female 44.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Twin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Twin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Twin is $58,333, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Twin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,333
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,882
Avg Weekly Wage$863
IRS Avg AGI$54,947

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.7%
14% below US avg
Establishments (County)370
County GDP$480M

Business (County)

Restaurants24
Healthcare39
Retail53
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,514
57% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.1 min
Drive Alone92.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Twin is $95,000, 66% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,000
66% 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-Occupied97.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,514
57% below US avg
Effective Rate1.59%
In Twin, 41.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.9% report depression. 28.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.8%
30% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure38.6%
Asthma10.4%
COPD8.6%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity28.6%
Depression27.9%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress14.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.8%
Checkup Rate76.5%
Premature Death14,667/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access35.9%
Healthcare Facilities39

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Twin has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 64.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.9°F
13% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall64.1 inches
69% above US avg
Snowfall0.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation572 ft (174 m)
Area3.4 sq mi (8.8 km²)
Population Density108/sq mi
Coordinates33.9923°N, 87.8523°W
County FIPS01057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 7.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 72-point margin. 89.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.7%
D 13.7%

Winner: Republican by 72 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.3%
78% below US avg
High School+90.6%
School Test Score4.40
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density108/sq mi
Total Area3.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.3%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities39
Restaurants24
Retail Stores53

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.1 min
Drive Alone92.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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