Webb, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Webb is a small town in Alabama with a population of 1,398. Residents earn $48,102 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
1,398 Population 124/sq mi density
$48,102 Median Income $28,544 per capita
$109,000 Home Value $157,457 Zillow
$846 Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$48,102 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$109,000 home value, $846/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,102
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $109,000
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.4%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent $846
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.5%
1% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,398
Median Age35.6 yrs
Density124/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 82%

Economy

B+
Median Income$48,102
Per Capita$28,544
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty12.5%
County GDP$8,043M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$109,000
Rent$846
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$157,457

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain56.7 in/yr
Elevation292 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.4%
High School+88.3%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute36 min
Libraries4

Is Webb a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Webb receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. Webb offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Webb is $48,102, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. 12.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Webb is $109,000, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $846 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Webb enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Webb has a population of 1,398 with a density of 124 people per square mile. The median age is 35.6 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.8%), with 16% Black.

Population

1,398
Total Population
124
People / sq mi
35.6yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
11.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Webb vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.8%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.2%
99% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Webb vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Webb is $48,102, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Webb vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,102
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,544
Avg Weekly Wage$1,029
IRS Avg AGI$70,998

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.5%
1% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,720
County GDP$8,043M

Business (County)

Restaurants295
Healthcare340
Retail543
Manufacturing105

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,317
34% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.3 min
Work from Home1.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Webb is $109,000, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $846 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $157,457.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$109,000
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$157,457

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$846
27% 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-Occupied81.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,317
34% below US avg
Effective Rate2.13%
In Webb, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.0% report depression. 28.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.0%
25% above US avg
Diabetes13.0%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure39.1%
Asthma10.5%
COPD8.1%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.5%
Physical Inactivity28.0%
Depression27.0%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress14.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.7%
Checkup Rate78.3%
Premature Death11,251/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access72.2%
Healthcare Facilities340

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Webb has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

49°F Jan (10°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average66.9°F
24% above US avg
January Average49°F (10°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.7 inches
49% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation292 ft (89 m)
Area11.3 sq mi (29.2 km²)
Population Density124/sq mi
Coordinates31.2572°N, 85.2896°W
County FIPS01069
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 6.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.5%
D 25.7%

Winner: Republican by 47.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.4%
81% below US avg
High School+88.3%
School Test Score4.40
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density124/sq mi
Total Area11.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities340
Restaurants295
Retail Stores543

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.3 min
Work from Home1.0%

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