Vance, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Vance is a small town in Alabama with a population of 1,822. Residents earn $76,654 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,822 Population 179/sq mi density
$76,654 Median Income $31,220 per capita
$208,600 Home Value $213,175 Zillow
$1,094 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
392 Violent Crime/100K 2,485 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$76,654 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$208,600 home value, $1,094/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
392 violent crimes/100K (3% above avg)
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,654
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $208,600
26% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 392/100K
3% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.7%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,094
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.6%
63% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,822
Median Age30.2 yrs
Density179/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 85%

Economy

A+
Median Income$76,654
Per Capita$31,220
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty4.6%
County GDP$642M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$208,600
Rent$1,094
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$213,175

Crime

F
Violent392/100K
Property2,485/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault262/100K
Burglary916/100K

Health

Obesity39.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.5%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain55.5 in/yr
Elevation510 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.7%
High School+92.0%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 18%
Commute34 min
EV Stations6
Libraries3

Is Vance a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Vance receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Vance offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Vance is $76,654, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Vance is $208,600, 26% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,094 per month. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 392 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,485 per 100,000, 27% above the national average.

Education

18.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Vance enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Vance has a population of 1,822 with a density of 179 people per square mile. The median age is 30.2 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.3%), with 10.6% Black.

Population

1,822
Total Population
179
People / sq mi
30.2yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
10.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Vance vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.5%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.5%
74% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Vance vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vance is $76,654, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Vance vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,654
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$31,220
Avg Weekly Wage$1,020
IRS Avg AGI$56,097

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.6%
63% below US avg
Establishments (County)445
County GDP$642M

Business (County)

Restaurants17
Healthcare25
Retail60
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,061
70% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.51%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.0 min
Work from Home4.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Vance is $208,600, 26% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,094 (6% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $213,175.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$208,600
26% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$213,175
Median List Price$282,400

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$282,400
$/Sq Ft$155
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio99.5%
Price Drops46.2%
Inventory13

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,094
6% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,061
70% below US avg
Effective Rate0.51%
In Vance, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.5% report depression. 24.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.5%
23% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure36.8%
Asthma9.9%
COPD6.2%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity24.2%
Depression25.5%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.7%
Checkup Rate79.3%
Premature Death11,709/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access43.4%
Healthcare Facilities25
Vance has a violent crime rate of 392 per 100,000 residents, 3% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,485 per 100,000 (27% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent392.4/100K
3% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery130.8/100K
Assault261.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,485.3/100K
27% above US avg
Burglary915.6/100K
Theft1,438.9/100K
Vehicle Theft130.8/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Vance has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.7°F
18% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.5 inches
46% above US avg
Snowfall1.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation510 ft (155 m)
Area10.2 sq mi (26.4 km²)
Population Density179/sq mi
Coordinates33.1740°N, 87.2266°W
County FIPS01007
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 18.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.9%
D 17.5%

Winner: Republican by 64.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.7%
45% below US avg
High School+92.0%
School Test Score4.40
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density179/sq mi
Total Area10.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations6
Alt Fuel Stations6
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants17
Retail Stores60

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.0 min
Work from Home4.0%

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