Underwood-Petersville, AL
Full City Profile · Alabama · Lauderdale County County
Underwood-Petersville, AL
At a Glance
How Underwood-Petersville Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Underwood-Petersville's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Underwood-Petersville a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Underwood-Petersville residents earn a median household income of $43,000 , which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,485. The unemployment rate stands at 6.0% (67% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 17.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,558 business establishments, including 199 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Underwood-Petersville is $118,900 , 58% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $205,332. Median rent is $749/month, with 31.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 88.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1975.
Education
13.4% of adults in Underwood-Petersville hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below the national average). 74.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Underwood-Petersville 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 totals 57.6 inches.