Vina, AL

Alabama

Vina is a small town in Alabama with a population of 368. Residents earn $40,469 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
368 Population 77/sq mi density
$40,469 Median Income $17,728 per capita
$65,000 Home Value $168,134 Zillow
$675 Median Rent 36.5% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$40,469 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$65,000 home value, $675/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,469
46% lower than US avg
Home Value $65,000
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.2%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $675
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.1%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 44.3%
257% higher than US avg

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

People

Population368
Median Age35.8 yrs
Density77/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans5.6%

Economy

C+
Median Income$40,469
Per Capita$17,728
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty44.3%
County GDP$733M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$65,000
Rent$675
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$168,134
Rent Burden36.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.8%
Heart Disease8.0%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain61.5 in/yr
Elevation701 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.2%
High School+69.5%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 90% / D 10%
Commute24 min
Broadband51.2%
Libraries1

Is Vina a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Vina receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Vina offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Vina is $40,469, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 44.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Vina is $65,000, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $675 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Vina enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 61.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Vina has a population of 368 with a density of 77 people per square mile. The median age is 35.8 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97%), with 1.6% Black.

Population

368
Total Population
77
People / sq mi
35.8yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
4.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47%
Female 53%

Race & Ethnicity

Vina vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Vina vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vina is $40,469, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 44.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Vina vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,469
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,728
Avg Weekly Wage$820
IRS Avg AGI$57,332

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate44.3%
257% above US avg
Establishments (County)406
County GDP$733M

Business (County)

Restaurants39
Healthcare37
Retail78
Manufacturing39

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,111
11% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.79%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.0 min
Drive Alone75.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Vina is $65,000, 77% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $675 (42% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $168,134.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$65,000
77% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$168,134

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$675
42% below US avg
Rent Burden36.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied58.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,111
11% below US avg
Effective Rate4.79%
In Vina, 43.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.8% report depression. 34.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.1%
34% above US avg
Diabetes14.2%
Heart Disease8.0%
High Blood Pressure41.8%
Asthma10.8%
COPD11.6%
Stroke4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.6%
Physical Inactivity34.2%
Depression28.8%
Mental Distress22.1%
Physical Distress17.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.3%
Checkup Rate75.5%
Premature Death10,759/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access39.4%
Healthcare Facilities37

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Vina has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 61.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.6°F
12% above US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall61.5 inches
62% above US avg
Snowfall1.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation701 ft (214 m)
Area4.8 sq mi (12.4 km²)
Population Density77/sq mi
Coordinates34.3762°N, 88.0606°W
County FIPS28057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 8.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 80-point margin. 51.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 89.7%
D 9.7%

Winner: Republican by 80 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.2%
76% below US avg
High School+69.5%
School Test Score4.40
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density77/sq mi
Total Area4.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access51.2%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants39
Retail Stores78

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.0 min
Drive Alone75.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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