Valley Head, AL
Full City Profile · Alabama · DeKalb County County
Valley Head, AL
At a Glance
How Valley Head Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Valley Head's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Valley Head a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Valley Head residents earn a median household income of $44,396 , which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,263. The unemployment rate stands at 4.7% (31% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,482 business establishments, including 101 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Valley Head is $59,800 , 79% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $193,509. Median rent is $910/month, with 28.8% 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 1987.
Safety & Crime
Valley Head reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,104/100K.
Education
12.1% of adults in Valley Head hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below the national average). 93.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Valley Head has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.